by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a NW-SCC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how NW-SCC measures up.
NW-SCC is ranked #236 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Alabama, it ranks #5 of 51 for value.
Read the full NW-SCC value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Northwest Shoals Community College is ranked #26 out of #56 in Alabama for quality and #5 out of #51 for Alabama value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the NW-SCC financial aid page to be sure.
Northwest Shoals Community College is ranked #236 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Northwest Shoals Community College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at NW-SCC costs about $5,330. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $21,319 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $11,144 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $2,838 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $5,330 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $21,319 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about NW-SCC net price and the factors that affect it.
What NW-SCC costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a NW-SCC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $44,576 | — | — |
| All Students | $21,319 | #236 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $11,352 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $44,576 | — | — |
| All Students | $21,319 | #5 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $11,352 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at NW-SCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $2,155 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,208 |
| $48K–$75K | $6,433 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,603 |
| Over $110K | $8,125 |
About 70% of NW-SCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $3,409 per year. Get more details on the NW-SCC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the NW-SCC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.