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Northwest-Shoals Community College

Northwest-Shoals Community College is a small, public institution located in Muscle Shoals, al. Northwest-Shoals Community College offers associate degrees or certifications in 31 majors.

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college-type 2 Year, Public
undergraduates 2,026 undergraduates
cost $5,011 undergraduate tuition
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Academics

The degree or certification you pursue is major! Northwest-Shoals Community College is known for its top major, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities
Other
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Engineering and Technology
Computer Science and Information Technology
Social Sciences and Psychology

Popular majors

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Precision Metal Working
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $5,011
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,600
Cost of attendance* $6,611
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $6,611 See my potential costs

Out of state

Annual tuition $8,761
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,600
Cost of attendance* $10,361
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $10,361 See my potential costs

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Northwest-Shoals Community College has a total enrollment of 2,026, with gender‑binary students split 38% male and 62% female.

Total enrollment

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Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
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African American %
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Hispanic American %
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Asian %
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Native American %
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Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
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Campus info

map 800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
phone N/A
address https://www.nwscc.edu/

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Northwest-Shoals Community College so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Northwest-Shoals Community College?

Northwest-Shoals Community College is located in Muscle Shoals, al.

How much does it cost for 2 years at Northwest-Shoals Community College?  
The estimated cost for 2 years at Northwest-Shoals Community College including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $13,222 .

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