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Central Alabama Community College, also referred to as CACC, was established in 1989 by the Alabama State Board of Education. The Alexander City State Junior College and the Nunnelley State Technical College were consolidated to form the Central Alabama Community College. CACC offers classes in the Alexander City Campus, Childersburg Campus, and the Talladega Center.
Central Alabama Community College awards associate’s degrees in the fields of science, applied science, and occupational technology. Several certificate programs, online courses, and adult education programs are also available. The institution offers the following academic divisions:
Central Alabama Community College's athletics department fields a number of men's and women's sports teams. They are nicknamed the Trojans, and they participate in baseball, softball, volleyball, golf, and tennis. Students are also members of clubs and organizations like the Cultural Unity Organization, Phi Theta Kappa - Omicron Upsilon Chapter, and the Student Government Association.
Central Alabama Community College is found in Alexander City, AL. Alexander City is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Central Alabama Community College.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Central Alabama Community College accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 2,177 in 2007 at Central Alabama Community College.
More complete details are provided below.
Central Alabama Community College
1675 Cherokee Rd
Alexander City, AL 35010
General Phone: (256) 234-6346
http://www.cacc.cc.al.us
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 154 | general studies, interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 75 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Business And Management | 16 | business management, business, financial services marketing |
| Office And Administration | 13 | general office occupations, administrative assistant |
| Production Trades | 10 | machine shop assistant, welding, precision metal working, cabinetmaking |
| Mechanics And Repair | 9 | industrial electronics tech, HVAC, automobile mechanics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | drafting, environmental control tech, water quality and recycling tech |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 3 | cosmetology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 0 | criminal justice and police, fire services administration |
| Family And Social Work | 0 | child care management |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Alabama Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 230 | 15 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 45 | 12 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 11 | 13 |
In 2007, Central Alabama Community College had a total enrollment of 2,177 students (1,597 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 26% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 86% |
| Georgia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Alexander City, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,830 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Central Alabama Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 100700)
Central Alabama Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 23 | 20 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 13 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 27 | $54,548 | 33 | $50,928 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 27 | $54,548 | 33 | $50,928 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 34 | 35 | 69 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 12 | 35 | 47 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business and Personal/Financial Services Marketing Operations
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, Other
Water Quality & Wastewater Treatment Mgmt & Recycling Tech
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Precision Metal Working, Other
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Services Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Central Alabama Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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