School Summary

Northwest-Shoals Community College


General Information:

Founded in 1963, Northwest-Shoals Community College is seated on 210 acres located in Colbert county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 18:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 100. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

PO Box 2545

Muscle Shoals, AL
35662
For more information call: 256 331-5200. This school has a website at https://www.nwscc.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.nwscc.edu/about-nw-scc/college-departments/student-services/admissions/apply-online


Application Fee: $0
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
No Application Requirements available.


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $3,870.00 $7,740.00
Room and Board $10,000.00 $10,000.00
Fees $3,870.00 $3,870.00
Total $17,740.00 $21,610.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.nwscc.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Summer session for credit, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
No Competition - Virtually all applicants accepted regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 0% 0%
600-699 0% 0%
500-599 0% 0%
400-499 0% 0%
300-399 0% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 0%
24-29 0%
18-23 0%
12-17 0%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A




No intercollegiate male sports found.


No intercollegiate female sports found.


No intramural male sports found.


No intramural female sports found.


Baseball, Cross-country running

Softball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,835
Female 2,309
Total 4,144


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,835
Female 2,309
Total 4,144

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 11%
Hispanic 9%
Native American 0%
White 74%
Other 5%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 88%
At Least 25 Years Old 12%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 99%
Out Of State 1%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus N/A
Live Off Campus N/A


Spring Fling, Back to School Kick-Off, Blood Drive

Student Government Association, Science Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Baptist Campus Ministry, Northwest-Shoals Singers


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 51.0904                                           Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
  • 19.0706                                           Child Development
  • 19.0708                                           Child Care and Support Services Management
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 52.0401                                           Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 12.0412                                           Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager
  • 15.0501                                           Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0507                                           Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 47.0105                                           Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
  • 48.0503                                           Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
  • 46.0302                                           Electrician
  • 48.0508                                           Welding Technology/Welder
  • 46.0201                                           Carpentry/Carpenter
  • 47.0303                                           Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician
  • 47.0603                                           Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
  • 47.0604                                           Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
  • 15.1301                                           Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
  • 43.0107                                           Criminal Justice/Police Science
  • 46.0503                                           Plumbing Technology/Plumber
  • 52.0302                                           Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
  • 51.0911                                           Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
  • 51.0801                                           Medical/Clinical Assistant
  • 51.0910                                           Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 30.9999                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.