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Reid State Technical College
Evergreen, Alabama · Public technical college
Address: 100 and Hwy 83, Evergreen, AL 36401 · Phone: (251) 578-1313 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Reid State Technical College is a public trade school in Evergreen, Alabama offering LPN/LVN, cosmetology, and welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Reid State Technical College has a 58.9% completion rate, above the Alabama state average of 45.5%, and median earnings of $28,982 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Reid State Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $39,880 | $57,030 | $61,800 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,710 | $48,490 | $60,120 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $31,620 | $39,030 | $46,260 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $36,565 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Reid State Technical College is a public trade and career-training campus in Evergreen, Alabama. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible), and the school holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Council on Occupational Education. Its top programs are LPN/LVN training, cosmetology, and welding, with pharmacy technician programs also offered, across six total program families.
Among the numbers reported for this campus: the completion rate is 58.9%, above the Alabama state average of 45.5% for similar programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $28,982. About 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a student body with significant financial need. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 82 trade completers among 416 undergraduates, and a remote rural locale, this campus appears geared toward students in the surrounding region seeking hands-on, program-specific training rather than a large multi-site institution. Whether a program suits an adult career-changer depends on schedule and length details not present in this data — contact the school directly to confirm. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome figures yourself, check the accreditors named above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Reid State Technical College offers six program families, with the top programs being LPN/LVN training, cosmetology, and welding, plus pharmacy technician programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Council on Occupational Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 50.0% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 58.9%, which is above the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (251) 578-1313 or see the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $28,982, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Reid State Technical College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition rates and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Council on Occupational Education, and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101994.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats needed to assess fit for adult career-changers; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or relevant state licensing board for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Reid State Technical College at (251) 578-1313 or visit https://www.rstc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101994 can help you compare outcomes across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.