Bishop State Community College

Bishop State Community College is a public institution located in Mobile, Alabama, with an enrollment of approximately 2,437 students. The college offers certificate and associate-level programs across a range of career-focused fields, including electrical technology, HVAC, welding, and health services management, as well as emerging energy trades such as solar photovoltaic installation and wind turbine technology.

In-state tuition is $5,340 per year, and out-of-state tuition is $9,210 per year. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grant and scholarship aid is applied — is $5,397 for students who receive aid. This figure is close to the published in-state tuition rate, which may reflect significant grant aid offsetting living and other costs for many students. Approximately 39.4% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants, a federal need-based aid program for lower-income students.

Notably, 0% of students take out federal student loans, meaning that among all enrolled students — not just borrowers — none are recorded as taking on federal loan debt. This is an unusual figure and may reflect institutional policies, student population characteristics, or the structure of programs offered.

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment are $29,916. This figure is measured across all federally-aided students who enrolled at the college, including those who did not complete a credential, so it reflects a broad population rather than graduates alone. Actual earnings for students who complete a specific program — particularly in skilled trades or healthcare — may differ from this figure.

Completion data was not provided for this profile. Prospective students researching outcomes for specific programs, such as medical laboratory science or energy auditing, may want to consult the college directly or review program-level data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.