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Southern College (BSC), Birmingham : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Southern College

Set on a tree lined hill above Birmingham, it's a campus that blends brick quads with studios, labs, and bright classrooms. The college is known for close faculty mentorship, a liberal arts core, and classes that strengthen writing, quantitative reasoning, and problem solving. Students find a strong library, tutoring and writing help, advising, wellness care, and a rec center beside fields and performance spaces.

Life feels friendly and purposeful, with clubs, intramurals, outdoor trips, and arts that spill onto the quad. And the city doubles as a classroom through internships in health care, finance, tech, law, and nonprofit work, plus steady service partnerships, with good food and nearby trails after hours. Career prep includes coaching, interviews, and alumni networking. Traditions range from a campus service day to a spring festival.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
900 Arkadelphia Road, Birmingham, Alabama, 35254, USA
Website
bsc.edu
Unit ID
100937

Academic & Institutional

Control
Private non-profit institution (tuition + donations)
Accreditation
Not available
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
4-1-4 plan (two four-month terms with a one-month term in between)
Award Levels
Bachelor's
Campus Setting
Located in a midsize city (population between 100,000 and 249,999)
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate - Arts & Sciences
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$22,750
Tuition $21,500 + Fee $1,250
Out-of-State
$22,750
Tuition $21,500 + Fee $1,250
Student Profile
Total Students 731
Undergraduate 713
Graduate/Other 18
Male: 409 Female: 322
Applications
Total Applicants 3,987
Admitted 2,071
Enrolled 148
Acceptance: 51.9% Yield: 7.1%
Staff
Total Staff 262
Full-time 234
Part-time 28
Full-time: 89.3% Part-time: 10.7%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Southern College (BSC), Birmingham offers 0 degree programs across 0 major academic fields, graduating approximately 0 students annually. Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at Southern College (BSC), Birmingham.

Application Requirements

Secondary School GPA
Required
Standardized Test Scores
SAT Scores
The SAT is a standardized college admission test measuring reading, writing, and math skills. Scores range from 400-1600 (combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math sections).
Composite Score Range
1150 - 1340
25th-75th percentile
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 580 - 670
Median: 610
Math 570 - 670
Median: 620
ACT Scores
The ACT is a standardized test for college admissions assessing English, math, reading, and science reasoning. Scores range from 1-36 (composite of all sections).
Composite Score Range
21 - 27
25th-75th percentile
English 19 - 28
Median: 24
Math 19 - 26
Median: 23

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$40,380
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$40,380
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$22,750
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$22,750
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$14,300 (on) / $6,500 (off)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$2,268 (on) / $3,416 (off)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$3,416
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$8,400
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$8,400
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

25%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$14,223
Avg. Loan
$7,756
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,627
Additional
Students with Any Grant
244
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
207
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
57
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$11,689
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

64%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
63%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$33,426 – $92,516
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$33,426 (25th %) $92,516 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $59,481
Median Salary After 6 Years
$45,229
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$59,481
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
75.6%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
81.8%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$25,000
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 65.2%
Middle 79.6%
High 78.5%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 76.7%
Independent 52.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Southern College (BSC), Birmingham

How much does it cost to attend Southern College (BSC), Birmingham?

The annual tuition at Southern College (BSC), Birmingham is $22,750 for in-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $40,380 for in-state students. Additional costs include room and board $14,300 (on) / $6,500 (off) and books and supplies $1,062.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Southern College, Birmingham offer?

Southern College (BSC), Birmingham offers 0 academic programs across 0 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Bachelor's.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for Southern College, Birmingham?

Southern College (BSC), Birmingham has an 51.9% acceptance rate and a 7.1% yield rate, making it selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 3,987
  • Students admitted: 2,071
  • Students enrolled: 148

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Southern College, Birmingham?

Southern College (BSC), Birmingham provides financial aid to 25% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $14,223 and average loans of $7,756.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,745
  • State/Local grants: $2,163
  • Institutional grants: $11,689
  • Federal loans: $5,627

The university supports 244 students with grants and 207 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Southern College, Birmingham graduates?

Southern College (BSC), Birmingham graduates earn a median salary of $45,229 after 6 years and $59,481 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $33,426 (25th percentile) to $92,516 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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