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Public, 2-Year
Montgomery, AL

H Councill Trenholm State Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,890

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

19.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$32,183

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

H Councill Trenholm State Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Montgomery, AL. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,890, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 19.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$9,780

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$2,183

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$12,050

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$33,880

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 19%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
64.6%
35.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
71.8%
White
18.4%
Hispanic
5.0%
Two or more
3.0%
Asian
0.9%
International
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
Unknown
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

1

Burglary

1

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,890

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,001
$30k - $48k$6,184
$48k - $75k$8,073
$75k+$7,763

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients55.2%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$5,984
Pell Grant Recipients58.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

49.6%

Success

19.1%

In-State Cost

$4,890

Age 25+ Students

32.2%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 7

Working at 6yr

568 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Montgomery (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Montgomery (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Montgomery

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$836

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$913

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,092

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Montgomery metropolitan area.