Public

Northwest Shoals Community College

800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
$7,380
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $3,690

At a Glance

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$3,690
In-State Tuition
+$1,141 fees
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$7,380
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,141 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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119 mi away
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271 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts
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309 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Muscle Shoals, AL

41Β°Jan45Β°Feb53Β°Mar60Β°Apr68Β°May76Β°Jun79Β°Jul78Β°Aug72Β°Sep61Β°Oct51Β°Nov44Β°Dec

Station: MUSCLE SHOALS 2 N Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$3,690$7,380
Fees$1,141$1,141
Total Estimated Cost$4,831$8,521

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

31 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
836 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
242 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
219 grads/yr
Environmental Control Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
66 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
64 grads/yr$49,780

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's64 grads$49,780
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate836 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's242 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate219 grads
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
Certificate66 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate61 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate54 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
Certificate53 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate52 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate45 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northwest Shoals Community College located?

Northwest Shoals Community College is located in Muscle Shoals, AL. The main campus address is 800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Northwest Shoals Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Northwest Shoals Community College charges $3,690/year for in-state students and $7,380/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,521/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Northwest Shoals Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Northwest Shoals Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Northwest Shoals Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,380/year out-of-state), campus culture in Muscle Shoals, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northwest Shoals Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northwest Shoals Community College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Muscle Shoals, AL
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 55°F avg

Location

Muscle Shoals, AL

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Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.