Consumer Information
Department Information
Location:
Trenholm Campus:
1225 Air Base Blvd
Montgomery, Alabama 36108
Patterson Site:
3920 Troy Highway
Montgomery, Alabama 36116
Contact:
Phone: 1-866-753-4544
Phone: 334-420-4200
Email: info@trenholmstate.edu
About TSCC
Consumer Information/Student Right-to-Know
The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), includes many disclosure and reporting requirements.
A disclosure requirement is information that a postsecondary education institution is required to distribute or make available to all students and employees at H. Councill Trenholm State Community College. A reporting requirement is information submitted to the U.S. Department of Education or other agencies. Each topic listed below gives a brief description of the information that must be disclosed and explains how it may be obtained.
Student Grievance And Complaint Process Information
Any student enrolled at the College who wishes to make a complaint about a non-academic matter shall report that complaint in writing to the Dean of Students within ten (10) business days of the occurrence. The Dean of Students is also the Title IX Coordinator and will handle any Title IX student violations and refer any student complaints to the College Grievance Officer for Students at 334-420-4418.
In 2015, the Alabama Legislature vested oversight of the state’s public two-year institutions of higher education (known as the Alabama Community College System (ACCS)) with the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees. The Alabama Legislature further directed the Board of Trustees to delegate to the System’s Chancellor the authority to act and make decisions concerning the management and operation of the community and technical colleges. The Chancellor is assisted in these duties by the staff of the System Office, formerly known as the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. Consumer and student complaints that are not resolved at the institutional level will be arbitrated at the state level by the ACCS System Office.
The ACCS is committed to respecting and supporting the work of its member institutions and to providing a quality educational experience for all students. The objective of the student complaint process is to ensure that the concerns and complaints of students are addressed fairly and are resolved promptly. The Alabama Community College System requires each institution to establish its own procedures to address student grievances and complaints. A student must exhaust his/her rights under the institution’s official complaint/grievance policy before advancing any complaint to the System Office of Alabama Community College System. The procedures for filing student complaints are outlined on the College’s Website and Students may file consumer/student complaints with the Alabama Community College System by following these procedures: Student Complaint Procedures.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS OFFICE
The Office of Disability Support Services is the central campus resource for students who wish to request academic accommodations. In collaboration with students and instructors, our staff coordinate accommodations and support to ensure that students have equal access to education, campus resources, and activities.
Trenholm State Community College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. A person who may have a disability and require special materials, services, or assistance, or has questions relating to accessibility, should contact the ADA Coordinator at: ada@trenholmstate.edu. Additional information regarding the ADA Services at Trenholm State can be obtained on the College’s website at: Click Here. A Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD/TTY) is available for hearing-impaired individuals and may be accessed through the Office of Admissions on both campuses.
Due To The Impact Of The Coronavirus (COVID-19), Our Office Will Maintain Operations In The Following Ways:
- Students will continue to receive accommodations remotely or on-campus. Students may continue to access the Office of Disability Services website to request accommodations. The ADA Coordinator may be contacted via email or phone to connect with students via Microsoft Teams when needed.
- Faculty will continue to provide accommodations remotely or on-campus. Faculty will continue to receive students’ accommodation letters and related information through email. Faculty who have questions about providing accommodations may contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ada@trenholmstate.edu
Submitting Required Documentation:
- Documentation is required to provide reasonable accommodations for students. Students will be able to provide copies of their documentation via email to ada@trenholmstate.edu. If a student has difficulty obtaining documentation from a doctor or clinician due to restrictions or the impact of COVID-19, we may base accommodations decisions more on the history of a student’s use of accommodations.
- Any computer hardware, assistive technology device, workspace, etc. used by students on campus will be cleaned after each use. Social distancing guidelines will also be followed in the testing space/computer labs. Accessible design requirements will continue to be provided for students who may require the use of a wheelchair or other mobility device. Students who have an approved accommodation for priority seating in class will continue to receive this academic accommodation. The ADA Coordinator will conduct virtual meetings with students receiving accommodations to identify any potential challenges that may be encountered in the classroom space.
- The Office of Disability Services will continue to provide testing accommodations for students taking the ACCUPLACER, ACT National Test, etc. Students requesting testing accommodations will need to schedule an appointment with the ADA Coordinator well in advance of their preferred test date. Any computer hardware or workspace used on campus for testing accommodations will be cleaned after each use. Social distancing guidelines will also be followed in the testing space/computer labs.
For questions about academic accommodations or to schedule an appointment, students will contact the ADA Coordinator through the various methods:
- Virtual Appointment: Click Here To Schedule A Virtual Appointment with the ADA Coordinator
- Phone: 334-420-4418
- Email: ada@trenholmstate.edu
Student Diversity
Our Fact Books have been published in an electronic format. Our Fact Books can be viewed and printed using Adobe Reader. Adobe Reader can be downloaded from the Adobe Reader Download Page. You can view the yearly Fact Books by clicking on the following link: Click Here.
Cost of Attendance
LIVING OFF CAMPUS WITH PARENT
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TUITION AND FEES
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$6,864
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BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
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$2,400
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ROOM AND BOARD
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$2,500
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TRANSPORTATION
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$2,400
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MISCELLANEOUS
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$2,500
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Total
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$16,664
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Tuition & Fees
FALL 2023 – SUMMER 2024
Registration is not complete until tuition and fees are paid in full.
Tuition/Fees
In-State Students $171 per credit hour
Out-of-State Students $298 per credit hour
OFF CAMPUS NOT WITH PARENT
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TUITION AND FEES
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$6,864
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BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
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$2,400
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ROOM AND BOARD
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$4,950
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TRANSPORTATION
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$2,400
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MISCELLANEOUS
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$2,500
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Total
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$19,114
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Additional Fees
FINES, PUNITIVE FEES, AND OTHER CHARGES
- Withdraw from College Administrative Fee 5%
- Accuplacer Test Retest Fee $10
- Graduation Fee $25.00
- Replacement ID $50 (First semester of enrollment no charge)
- Returned checks (Per Transaction) $30
A tuition and fee schedule is included on the College’s website at Click Here. Information is also reported to the National Center for Educational Statistics. Tuition, fees, and estimated student expenses can be viewed on the website at Education Statistics College Navigator – Trenholm State Community College.
BOOKSTORE
The Trenholm State Bookstore is available online only. Trenholm State has partnered with E-Campus.com for student book needs. Students must order their books through their “My Trenholm” Portal. Many classes allow the option to buy new or used books, rent textbooks, or rent digital eBooks.REFUND POLICY
Trenholm State Community College has a refund policy that stipulates the amount of tuition and fees to be refunded to students who withdraw from classes during a term. This policy is published by the Business Office and is located on the College’s website at click here Questions regarding the calculations of refunds may be directed to the Business Office at 334 420-4255.REPAYMENT POLICY
RETURN OF TITLE IV FINANCIAL AID
Trenholm State Community College complies with federal regulations relative to the return of tuition and other institutional charges for all Title IV recipients. The Federal Return of Title IV Funds Policy is to be used for a Title IV student who completely withdraws from all classes before 60 percent of the semester occurs. The policy shall also be applied to those students who cease attendance in all classes. The Return in Compliance with Federal Regulations is included on the College website at click hereREFUND POLICIES – FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
The federal government mandates that students who withdraw from all classes may only keep the financial aid (federal “Title IV grant”) they have “earned” up to the time of withdrawal. Funds that were disbursed in excess of the earned amount must be returned by the College and/or the student to the federal government. Questions regarding the calculations of refunds may be directed to the Financial Aid Office at 334-420-4321.Information on the College’s academic programs, degree offerings, and certificate programs are available on the College’s website at click here For information regarding programs or additional questions, contact the Dean of Instruction at 334-4323.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT POLICIES AND ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
To assist Trenholm State Community College students with the transferring of courses to other institutions of higher education in the state, Trenholm State is a member of Alabama Transfers. Alabama Transfers has been created to inform students of the courses they can take and transfer among public institutions within the State of Alabama without losing credit. For additional information, visit the Alabama Transfers website. Students with questions concerning the transfer of credit may contact the College Registrar at 334-420-4306.
INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES AND LABS
Information on the College’s instructional facilities and laboratories is available from the Office of the Dean of Instruction at 334-420-4323.
FACULTY
A directory of the College’s faculty is available on the College’s website at: click here
ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
H. Councill Trenholm State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate degree. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of H. Councill Trenholm State Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website ( click here ).
COMPUTER USE OF FILE SHARING
STUDENT OUTCOMES GRADUATION, TRANSFER-OUT AND RETENTION RATES
Trenholm State Community College maintains annual information regarding graduation, transfer-out, and retention rates for first-time full-time entering freshmen. While many students enter the College with varying educational goals, the College is required to disclose information for first-time full-time entering freshmen who are certificate or degree-seeking undergraduates and have completed their programs within 150% of the normal time for graduation. Graduation, transfer-out, and retention rates are reported to the Department of Education through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data regarding the College’s graduation, transfer-out, and retention rates are given at the College’s website and at the College Navigator at click here Students may also request a copy of the report by contacting the Office of Institutional Effectiveness at 334-4245.
INFORMATION
Career Planning and Job Placement It is the practice of H. Councill Trenholm State Community College to provide career education training, counseling, and assessments that will lead students and alumni down a successful career path. Career planning assistance is available to all students and alumni who wish to make a career choice or change. Additionally, the Career Center provides students with direct access to work-study, internships, externships, co-op part-time and full-time employment opportunities through an online database, Trenholm Careers, and via email. An attempt is made to refer students to positions that will benefit t them financially and educationally. Other services include resume writing, cover letter, and interview preparation, mock interviews, career fairs, internship and co-op opportunities, business dress advice, career, and employer literature, on-campus interviews, and employment developmental skill workshops. Students and alumni in need of assistance should contact the College’s Career Center at (334) 420-4499 or careers@trenholmstate.edu.
Computer Use of File Sharing
Trenholm State Community College respects the intellectual property rights of others seriously and expects students, faculty, and staff to do so as well. It is the responsibility of all members of the College to make a good faith determination that their use of copyrighted materials complies with the United States Copyright Law. Copying, distributing, and downloading copyrighted materials, including music, videos, and games for which you do not have the owner’s (copyright holder’s) permission are a violation of federal law. Compliance with federal copyright law is expected of all students, faculty, and staff. If you download and/or distribute unauthorized copies of copyrighted music recordings and movies, you are breaking the law and may be held legally liable for thousands of dollars in damages. Federal law provides severe penalties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or digital transmission of copyrighted materials.
- Cost of attendance, Refund, and Return of Title IV Funds Policies
- Procedures and deadlines for submitting applications
- How financial aid recipients are selected
- How the College determines financial need
- Explanation of each type and amount of assistance in financial aid award
- How and when students will receive financial aid funds
- Job description and rate of pay for any job assigned under the Federal Work-Study Program
- How the College determines if students are making satisfactory academic progress and what happens if they are not
- What special facilities and services are available to students with disabilities.
STUDENTS HAVE THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review and consider all information about the College’s programs of study before enrolling
- Completing applications correctly and on time
- Read and understand all materials sent from the Office of Financial Aid and other agencies
- Keep copies of all documents submitted to the Office of Financial Aid
- Provide all documentation, corrections, and/or new information requested by the Office of Financial Aid
- Notify the College of any information that has changed since you applied
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress
- Use financial aid only for expenses related to attending Trenholm State Community College
- Satisfactorily perform the work agreed upon in the Federal Work-Study Program
FEDERAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID PENALTIES FOR DRUG LAW VIOLATIONS
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) asks if the student has ever been convicted of a drug-related offense. Failure to answer this question will automatically disqualify the student from receiving Federal Student Aid. Answering the question falsely, if discovered, could result in fines up to $20,000, imprisonment, or both.
Health and Safety Information
It is the policy of Trenholm State Community College that each academic year, the information contained in the Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program is available to students and employees of the College. This report contains information on standards of conduct and disciplinary sanctions for violations, legal sanctions regarding unlawful use, possession or distribution of alcoholic beverages and illicit drugs, health risks of drug and alcohol use and abuse, and where to get assistance. This information is provided to all students at Orientation and a link of the College Catalog and Student and Student Handbook is emailed to each student. Employees also receive a link to the College Catalog and Student Handbook. This policy is printed in the College Catalog and Student Handbook, pages SH 20-23 and SH 36.
Annually, Trenholm State Community College prepares a Campus Safety and Security Survey report and distributes it to students, employees, and the College community. This information is provided in compliance with the Campus Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (Title II of Public Law 101-542). This report, which is issued by October 1, contains detailed information on reporting criminal actions or other emergencies, security and access to campus facilities, crime prevention, information on reporting criminal activity, and timely warnings regarding crimes on campus. This report also includes statistics concerning crimes on campus. The Disclosure of Campus Security Policies and Campus Crime Statistics is included on the College’s website at click here This report is also available at the College Navigator at click here
H. Councill State Community College does not have a policy regarding vaccinations; however, the College is concerned about the health and well-being of all members of the College community. In this regard, Trenholm State encourages all students and employees to remain current on vaccinations as suggested by appropriate health authorities. The College has also initiated measures to inform students and employees of tips for preventing the spread of flu and other airborne diseases. Health programs may require proof of vaccinations in order to attend clinical rotations.
H. Councill State Community College does not have a policy regarding vaccinations; however, the College is concerned about the health and well-being of all members of the College community. In this regard, Trenholm State encourages all students and employees to remain current on vaccinations as suggested by appropriate health authorities. The College has also initiated measures to inform students and employees of tips for preventing the spread of flu and other airborne diseases. Health programs may require proof of vaccinations in order to attend clinical rotations.
