Lawson State Community College Alabama

An HBCU community college in Birmingham serving 3,153 students with low tuition and transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
3060 Wilson Rd SW
Birmingham, AL
35221
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.lawsonstate.edu/
HBCU:
Yes
Setting:
City
Annual In-State Tuition:
$3,870
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$7,740
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$8,630
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$12,500
Room and Board:
$4,760
Total Student Enrollment:
3,153
Endowment (End of Year):
$74,618,291
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Lawson State Community College is a historically Black public two-year institution located in Birmingham, Alabama, serving the greater Birmingham metropolitan area. As an HBCU, the college carries a legacy of providing access to higher education for Black students and continues that mission through its liberal arts and sciences curriculum.

Enrollment stands at 3,153 students. In-state tuition is $3,870 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $7,740. The total cost of attendance, including room and board, runs $8,630 for in-state students and $12,500 for out-of-state students, making it an affordable entry point to post-secondary education in the region.

As a community college, Lawson State serves students seeking an accessible starting point for higher education, including those planning to transfer to four-year institutions. The college is well suited for students balancing work and education, seeking career-focused training, or completing general education requirements before pursuing a bachelor's degree. Visit www.lawsonstate.edu/ for more information on programs and admissions.

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