Come to the Coast

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5 Reasons to Choose

Coastal Alabama

Alabama’s lowest tuition

Location, location, location

Academic classes transfer

(to universities across Alabama

by state law)

Small classes (22 to 1 – Student

to faculty ratio)

Big college atmosphere, small college comfort

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Bay Minette

AtmoreBrewton

Jackson Monroeville

Thomasville

Gilbertown

Fairhope

Gulf Shores

The Academy at the Fairhope Airport

The Alabama Aviation Center at Brookley Field

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Admissions

Financial Aid

How to apply for Admission

Step 1

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Complete an Application for Admission. Online submissions and paper forms are available.

Submit a copy of your ID (such as your unexpired driver’s license or state identification card) to the Admissions Office.

Submit a copy of your ACT, SAT or Accuplacer scores (if taken within the past five years) to the Admissions Office.

Submit the final, official copy of your high school transcript showing your graduation date or your GED score report to the Admissions Office.

Submit official copies of transcripts from ALL colleges previously attended. Send these to the Registrar’s Office! After that, your Admissions file is complete!

Step 1 Apply for Admission to Coastal Alabama. See details above.

Step 2 Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov.

• The FAFSA opens October 1 each year.

• If you are beginning in the fall semester, do this before July 1 for priority processing!

• You do not have to be accepted to the College before starting the FAFSA

Step 3 Fill out the Scholarship form on our website at www.coastalalabama.edu/scholarships

• The deadline to apply for scholarships is February 1.

• Make sure you apply for Admission early enough to receive your student number for the scholarship application!

Why apply for financial aid?

You may qualify for Pell grants, loans and other methods to help you pay for college.

Don’t overlook scholarship opportunities. There are thousands to apply for whether you are interested in a leadership scholarship, a program-specific scholarship, an academic scholarship, or a service scholarship.

It’s FREE to apply!

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Tuition and fee cost for 2019-2020:

Alabama In-State Resident Tuition/Fees $160 per credit hour

Non-Alabama In-State Resident Tuition/Fees $291 per credit hour

Note: We offer in-state tuition for Escambia (FL), Santa Rosa (FL), Okaloosa (FL), Walton (FL), Clarke (MS), Lauderdale (MS), and Wayne (MS) counties!

Cost Calculator

If you go to our website under Financial Aid, we have an “Estimated Cost of Attendance” calculator you can fill in to get updated estimates to attend!

Cost per credit hour x 30 hours

Estimated costs of books and supplies

Estimated housing cost (on-campus or commuting)

Miscellaneous expenses (gas)

Total

Subtract financial assistance

Total from above

Minus scholarship award(s)

Grants

Student Loans

Total

Fees in the cost above include:

Fees per credit hour include: $1.00 Bond Reserve Fee $9.00 Technology Fee $9.00 Facility Renewal Fee $10.00 Special Building Fee

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primary

secondary

Scholarships

Deadline to apply is February 1 each year!

Types of Scholarships offered

at Coastal Alabama:

Academic Scholarships

Technical Scholarships

Activity Scholarships

• Minimum 25 ACT and 3.5 GPA (Full tuition and fees for fall, spring, and summer)

• Minimum 23 ACT and 3.0 GPA ($1500 for fall and spring)

• Minimum 21 ACT and 3.0 GPA ($1000 for fall and spring)

Minimum qualifications to apply:

Some programs offer technical scholarships. The requirement is a minimum 2.5 GPA with no ACT requirement to apply. The award is up to $1500 per semester.

• These include Ambassador scholarships where students work special events and serve as ambassadors for the College and Leadership scholarships for groups such as Student Government Association, the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and even Resident Assistants in the residence halls.

• The requirements are a minimum 2.5 GPA and a 16 ACT to apply. The award ranges from $1000 for fall and spring semesters to full tuition and fees based on the type of activity and award.

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Athletic Scholarships

Miss Coastal Alabama

Scholarship

Competition Scholarships

Available through all three Athletic Programs:

-Bay Minette Sun Chiefs-Brewton Warhawks-Monroeville Eagles

Local high school competitions that award scholarships, such as the Annual Computer Fair, the Michael Tedder Mathematics Tournament, and Scholars Bowl

A scholarship for a student to serve as a lead ambassador for the College. This program serves as a preliminary to Miss Alabama.

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Pick the route you want to take!

Transfer vs. Technical Programs

Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degrees

• When you’re done with your AA or AS degree, transfer to a four-year university to seek a bachelor’s degree.

• Academic courses are guaranteed by State law to transfer to universities across Alabama - www.GettheGuide.net.

• Save thousands by completing two years at Coastal Alabama before transferring – after all, your credits can transfer with you!

• Accreditation matters. Get a degree you can be confident in.

• We are regionally accredited by the same agency as The University of Alabama, Auburn University, the University of South Alabama and other known universities across the south – including out-of-state universities!

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees, certificates and training certificates

• Select an AAS degree or certificate to get the skills you need to move directly into the workforce.

• Choose an option that fits your schedule whether you are looking for a two-year intensive degree, a one-year certificate or even a one-semester training certificate.

• We meet with local industry leaders to see how we can best train students for their workforce needs.

• Real training by real (industry professional) instructors for a real career

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Top Programs at Coastal Alabama

What are our current students taking, you ask?

General Studies (Transfer Track) – Most popular program!

Business Administration (Transfer Track)

Engineering (Transfer Track)

Welding (Technical Track)

Registered Nursing (Technical Track)

Health Science (Transfer Track)

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Programs of Study

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (AA) DEGREE OPTIONS Liberal ArtsArtComputer Management Information Science Criminal JusticeEnglishMusicSocial Science

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (AS) DEGREE OPTIONSGeneral StudiesAgricultural Business & EconomicsBiological ScienceBio-Med SciencesBusiness AdministrationComputer ScienceEducation (Early Childhood/Elementary)EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceForestryHealth, Physical Education And RecreationHealth ScienceMathematicsSurveying & Geomatics

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) DEGREE OPTIONSAirframe TechnologyPowerplant Technology (Aviation)Animation, Video Graphics & Visual EffectsBusiness Technology (Office Administration)Administrative Office TechnologyMedical Office TechnologyCommercial Art/Graphic DesignComputer Applications SpecialistNetwork Administration System SpecialistTechnical Support SpecialistDental AssistingDrafting & Design TechnologyHospitality AdministrationCulinary ArtsEvent PlanningHospitality ManagementPastry BakingIndustrial Engineering TechnologyIndustrial Maintenance/Millwright TechHeating & Air ConditioningElectrical And Instrumentation TechnologyWelding TechnologyMachine Tool TechnologyManagement And Supervision TechnologyAccounting ClerkSmall Business/EntrepreneurshipNursing Mobility (LPN Or Paramedic To RN)Nursing (Associate Degree Nurse RN)ParamedicParalegalPaper And Chemical TechnologySurgical TechnologyVeterinary Technology

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Don’t see your major? Don’t worry! Many of our

transfer track programs are adaptable to fit your

needs. Speak with your advisor to learn more!

Programs of StudyCERTIFICATESAirframe TechnologyPowerplant Technology (Aviation)Animation, Video Graphics & Visual EffectsCommercial Art/Graphic DesignCosmetologyCulinary ArtsDental AssistingHeating & Air Conditioning (HVAC)Nursing (LPN)ParamedicPastry BakingSurgical TechnologyWelding Technology

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) DEGREE OPTIONSAirframe TechnologyPowerplant Technology (Aviation)Animation, Video Graphics & Visual EffectsBusiness Technology (Office Administration)Administrative Office TechnologyMedical Office TechnologyCommercial Art/Graphic DesignComputer Applications SpecialistNetwork Administration System SpecialistTechnical Support SpecialistDental AssistingDrafting & Design TechnologyHospitality AdministrationCulinary ArtsEvent PlanningHospitality ManagementPastry BakingIndustrial Engineering TechnologyIndustrial Maintenance/Millwright TechHeating & Air ConditioningElectrical And Instrumentation TechnologyWelding TechnologyMachine Tool TechnologyManagement And Supervision TechnologyAccounting ClerkSmall Business/EntrepreneurshipNursing Mobility (LPN Or Paramedic To RN)Nursing (Associate Degree Nurse RN)ParamedicParalegalPaper And Chemical TechnologySurgical TechnologyVeterinary Technology

TRAINING CERTIFICATESAirframe SystemsAirframe TechnologyAirframe StructurePowerplant Technology I & II (Aviation)Administrative Office TechnologyMedical Office TechnologyCommercial Art/Graphic DesignChild DevelopmentNetwork Administration/Systems SpecialistTechnical Support SpecialistComputer Applications SpecialistDrafting & Design Technology3-D Design TechnologyAdvanced Emergency Medical TechnologyEmergency Medical TechnologyAutomotive TechnologyBuilding Construction TechnologyPaper & Chemical Technology Industrial Engineering TechnologyIndustrial Maintenance/Millwright TechnologyIndustrial Maintenance TechnologyElectrical TechnologyAdvanced Process ControlsMachine Tool TechnologyHeating & Air Conditioning TechnologyBasic Plate Welding (SMAW Fillet Welds, GMAW/FCAW/SMAW)Pipe Welding (SMAW, GTAW)

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Student Activities & Organizations Get more out of

your time at Coastal

Alabama! Join a

student organization!

For your Social Network:• Student Government

Association• Ambassadors• Phi Theta Kappa International

Honor Society• Baptist Campus Ministries• Circle K • Coastal Alabama Outdoors

• Art Club• Fishing Club• Rotaract• Science Fiction Book Club• Elated Voices of Triumph

(Music)• Exposé (Music)• Theater

For your Professional Network:• Association of Computational

Machinery• Creative Writing Club• Engineering Club• History Inquiry Society

• Hospitality Student Club• National Student Nurses’

Association• Phi Beta Lambda• SkillsUSA• Technical Association of the

Pulp & Paper Industry (TAPPI)

Join us for a student activity and see how fun college can be! • SAGE - Study Abroad and

Global Education• Annual Spring Fling• Dances & Luaus

• Bonfires & Pep Rallies • Intramural Sports• Homecoming Courts• Miss Coastal Alabama (yes, a

preliminary to Miss Alabama!)

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Athletics

Housing

Whether you are hitting the field or cheering from the

stands, brace yourself for Athletic Programs like none

other. At Coastal Alabama Community College, we host

three different Athletic Programs and 18 different teams.

All are recognized by the National Junior College Athletic

Association (NJCAA) and the Alabama Community College

Conference (ACCC), many of the teams below have brought

home national and state championships for Coastal!

For recruiting and tryout information, visitwww.coastalalabamaathletics.com

Coastal Alabama South (Bay Minette Campus) – The Sun Chiefs • Baseball• Softball• Men’s & Women’s Basketball• Co-Ed Cheerleading• Men’s Golf• Men’s & Women’s Tennis• Volleyball

Coastal Alabama East (Brewton Campus) – The Warhawks• Baseball• Softball• Men’s Basketball• Volleyball

Coastal Alabama North (Monroeville Campus) – The Eagles• Baseball• Softball• Men’s & Women’s Basketball• Co-Ed Cheerleading

Residence Halls are available on the Bay Minette and Brewton campuses.

Sun Chief Hall & Thompson Hall – Bay Minette Lakeview Apartments – Brewton

The waiting lists are always long, so apply early! Housing Application deadlines can be found on our website. Or, you can call 251-580-2121 or e-mail housing@costalalabama.edu

Nearly 600 students live on campus!

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Support for our Students

Academic AdvisingOur instructors serve as your advisor! They know course requirements, degree plans, and industry needs – and they are the pros at helping you map out your time at Coastal Alabama. You can find your advisor by logging into your myCA account after you receive your admissions acceptance letter.

Veterans AffairsWe have a full-time VA Counselor. It’s our turn to serve vets who have served our country. Call the VA office at 251-580-2292 to get started.

Student Support Services & TRiO Participants First generation, low-income and/or disabled students

Purpose To enhance your skills and prepare you for graduation and future higher education goals

Services include:• Individual and group counseling • Financial aid assistance and supplemental grant aid• Academic tutoring• Workshops on time management, employment

preparation and study skills (to name a few)• Advising

Free TutoringFor all students, including students taking courses online!

Student Success CenterFor students to:• Engage in study groups

• Receive or provide tutoring

• Career services such as resume writing and interview skills

• Transfer trips offered in conjunction with Student Support Services

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Let’s get this (college)

party started!Go through the checklist below to join the Coastal Alabama Community College family.

1. Apply for Admission – www.coastalalabama.edu/apply

2. Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – www.FAFSA.gov

3. Attend a DIVE Into College Orientation & Registration Session

You will receive a College e-mail address and a myCA Student Account after you have been accepted.

Don’t forget about technical program applications, scholarships, and housing deadlines!

Required Orientation for New StudentsDIVE Into College Orientation & Registration sessions are required for all new students. These sessions are offered on all campuses and get you ready to begin your college journey!

DIVE includes:• Sessions on financial aid, student

support services, tutoring, ADA, student organizations, and technology (how to login to myCA, e-mail, etc.)  

• Session with academic advisors to register for classes

You will leave campus with a class schedule, a student ID card, and confidence in your decision to choose Coastal Alabama Community College.

DIVE session dates can be found on our website at www.coastalalabama.edu/dive

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ACCREDITATION Coastal Alabama Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033, Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Science Degrees and Certificates. The three-fold purpose for publishing the Commission’s access and contact number is to enable interested constituents (1) to learn about the accreditation status of the institution, (2) to file a third-party comment at the time of the institution’s decennial review, or (3) to file a complaint against the institution for alleged non-compliance with a standard or requirement. Normal inquiries about Coastal Alabama Community College, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to Coastal Alabama Community College and not the Commission’s office. 08/2019

NONDISCRIMINATIONIt is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System and Coastal Alabama Community College that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination or harassment under any program, activity, or employment.

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