GSCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $4,272
- Out-of-State Tuition: $7,368
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at GSCC:
- Total Enrollment: 5,071, including 1,060 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.8% men, 60.2% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 38%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 10%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 62%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 62 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 3 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
GSCC Overview
Gadsden State Community College (GSCC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Gadsden, AL. It is a historically black college/university. It is classified as urban-serving multi-campus Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The GSCC's tuition & fees is $4,272 for Alabama residents and $7,368 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 80% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,462.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,071 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Gadsden State Community College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Gadsden State Community College is $4,272 for in-state students and $7,368 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $4,526 for Alabama residents and $7,668 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,272 | $7,368 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,526 | $7,668 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Gadsden State Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at GSCC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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