- Palau Community College is a public community college in the Republic of Palau. It is the only higher education institution in the nation. It is an independent institution accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and offers associate degrees and certificates.
School Highlights
Palau Community College serves 393 students (51% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 393 students
- In-state tuition: $3,250
- Out-state tuition: $3,610
- Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Palau Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 79% over five years.
Palau 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
Total Faculty
33 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Palau Community College has declined by 28% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Palau Community College diversity score of 0.08 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 304% over five years.
Total Enrollment
393 students
1,828 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
200 students
737 students
# Part-Time Students
193 students
1,360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
393 students
1,828 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
200 students
737 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
193 students
1,593 students
% Asian
3%
1%
% Hawaiian
96%
1%
Diversity Score
0.08
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
29%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,200
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,250 is less than the state average of $4,428. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,610 is less than the state average of $7,209. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,250
$4,428
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,610
$7,209
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
91%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Palau Community College cost?
Palau Community College's tuition is approximately $3,250 for In-State students and $3,610 for Out-State students.
What is Palau Community College's ranking?
Palau Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.
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