- The mission and purpose of Reid State Technical College is to provide post secondary occupational education on a nondiscriminatory basis for individuals who desire to prepare for entry-level employment, advancement, or retraining in a career field. The training should meet the needs and standards of business, industry, and the professions, and also afford reasonable expectation of gainful employment.
School Highlights
Reid State Technical College serves 374 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 374 students
- In-state tuition: $4,320
- Out-state tuition: $7,710
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Reid State Technical College
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates 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
61 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Reid State Technical College has declined by 23% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The Reid State Technical College diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
374 students
1,846 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
144 students
758 students
# Part-Time Students
230 students
1,088 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
366 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
144 students
758 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
230 students
1,147 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
168 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
64%
25%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
1%
6%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
32%
57%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2692%
0.2748%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3913%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,500
$29,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,320 is more than the state average of $4,077. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,710 is more than the state average of $7,206. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,320
$4,077
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,710
$7,206
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
SAT Reading
n/a
530
SAT Math
n/a
545
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
22
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Edith A. Gray Library and Technology Center includes new computers for students, new cutting edge classrooms, and a state of the art lecture hall. Instructors and staff are some of the finest professionals in the state. With hands-on instruction and small student-to-teacher ratio, technical education is quickly becoming the preferred path to a high demand career. All students entering Reid State Technical College are required to take the COMPASS placement test prior to registration if enrolling in more than 4 credit hours or 8 weekly contact hours. The assessment test is used to determine a student's knowledge in math, reading, and language. Students scoring below specified levels in each test will be required to enroll in developmental courses before enrolling in college-level math or English classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Reid State Technical College cost?
Reid State Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,320 for In-State students and $7,710 for Out-State students.
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