PrivateTownHBCUTalladega College
Talladega, Alabama 35160
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Talladega College is a private institution in Talladega with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 782 undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $32,229 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,461.
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Varsity Sports — Tornadoes
History & Fun Facts
- •The AMA re-christened the college The Swayne School and it opened in November 1867 with about 140 pupils.
- •In 1869, Swayne School was issued a charter by the county and the school's named was changed to Talladega College by the Judge of Probate of Talladega County.
- •By 1937, total enrollment was 567, including 281 in the college and 120 in the high school.
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
22.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Programs (22)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
81%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AL state average