- Faulkner State Community College has an open-door admissions policy and is committed to the professional and cultural growth of each student without regard to race, color, gender, disability, religion, creed, national origin, or age. The College strives to provide an educational environment that promotes development and learning through a wide variety of educational programs and instructional strategies, adequate and comfortable facilities, a caring and well-qualified staff, flexible scheduling, and convenient locations. This effort is based upon the economic and social needs of the College service area.
School Highlights
Coastal Alabama Community College serves 7,553 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 7,553 students
- In-state tuition: $4,200
- Out-state tuition: $7,530
- Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
- Minority enrollment: 36%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Coastal Alabama Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 263 teachers has declined by 35% over five years.
Coastal Alabama Community College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Navy and Gold
Total Faculty
263 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Coastal Alabama Community College has declined by 19% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The Coastal Alabama Community College diversity score of 0.53 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,553 students
2,097 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
2,745 students
737 students
# Part-Time Students
4,808 students
1,360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
491 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,745 students
737 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,808 students
1,593 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
593 students
460 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
5%
7%
% Black
23%
27%
% White
64%
55%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
29%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,800
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,200 is more than the state average of $4,029. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,530 is more than the state average of $6,906. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,200
$4,029
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,530
$6,906
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,747
$10,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sun Chiefs
- Faulkner State Community College, a public two-year institution located in Baldwin County in southwest Alabama, has three campuses located in Bay Minette, Gulf Shores, and Fairhope.
- The Bay Minette campus is the administrative campus. The College which was one of the 13 original two-year colleges created by an act of the Alabama Legislature in 1963 is under the authority of the State Board of Education.
- Faulkner State is a member of the Alabama College System which is composed of the thirty-one public two year colleges and the one upper division college.
- Faulkner State Community College offers some courses over the Internet each semester. Internet classes are designated as such in the class schedules. You are encouraged to complete an Internet class orientation prior to the beginning of your first Internet class.
- The College is dedicated to the total development of the individual and provides many opportunities for student participation.
- Students bring to the campus a variety of interests as members of the academic community. They are encouraged to continue their interests in various campus clubs and organizations and to form new associations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Coastal Alabama Community College cost?
Coastal Alabama Community College's tuition is approximately $4,200 for In-State students and $7,530 for Out-State students.
What is Coastal Alabama Community College's ranking?
Coastal Alabama Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Largest student body.
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