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Snead State Community College
Boaz, Alabama · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 102 Elder Street, Boaz, AL 35957 · Phone: (256) 593-5120 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Snead State Community College is a public trade and career school in Boaz, Alabama, offering aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, accredited by SACS and ACEN.
Snead State's completion rate is 49.0%, near the Alabama state average of 45.5%; median graduate debt is $9,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,735, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 30.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $48,350 | $82,260 | $94,970 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Snead State Community College is a public community college in Boaz, Alabama, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Because it is a Title IV institution, students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. Among its trade offerings, aviation maintenance (A&P) programs are the most prominent, with 40 recent completers, part of six total program families at the school.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 49.0%, close to the Alabama state average of 45.5%, described as near the state average. Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $9,000. Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry were $35,735. About 30.9% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a distant-town setting, may suit students pursuing hands-on aviation maintenance training as well as other career-focused coursework, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Adults considering a career change should confirm scheduling, program length, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome figures, check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or contact Snead State directly by phone or through its website.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Snead State offers six program families, with aviation maintenance (A&P) as its top trade program, having graduated 40 students recently.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing providing programmatic accreditation for nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Snead State is a Title IV institution, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 49.0%, which is near the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry are $35,735, per federal data.
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 for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Snead State is a public community college, which often means lower tuition rates and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?102076 or visit the school's website at https://www.snead.edu/.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats tailored for adult learners, but the aviation maintenance program may appeal to those seeking hands-on technical training; contact the school to discuss scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the available data; contact the school directly for specifics related to aviation maintenance or nursing certification.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Snead State Community College by phone at (256) 593-5120 or visit their website at https://www.snead.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not provided; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?102076 for regional comparisons.
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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.