Talladega College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Talladega, Alabama with 701 undergraduates. It admits 85% of applicants, costs an average of $13,528 a year after grants and graduates 44% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Talladega College acceptance rate and admissions
Talladega College admitted 85% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Talladega College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $15,650 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $6,704 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,654 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $13,528 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $13,528 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,126 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Talladega College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Talladega College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $38,238 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $30,297 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 79% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Talladega College majors and what graduates earn
Talladega College awarded bachelor's degrees in 19 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($45,520).
All 19 majors at Talladega College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 48 | $38,424 | $45,520 | $23,755 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 1 | $37,678 | $39,266 | n/a |
| Psychology | 25 | n/a | n/a | $29,330 |
| Criminal justice | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Talladega College
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 701 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 41% women, 60% men
- 17 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Talladega College?
Talladega College admitted 85% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Talladega College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $15,650. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $13,528 a year in 2024-25.
Is Talladega College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Talladega College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Talladega College?
44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Talladega College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $38,238 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.