Lawson State Community College

Birmingham, AL
3060 Wilson Rd SW, Birmingham, AL 35221-1717
205-925-2515

Lawson State Community College is a two-year public college located in Birmingham, Alabama. It is part of the Alabama Community College System. Lawson State offers associate's degrees, certificates, and continuing education opportunities. The college has two campuses in Birmingham, one in downtown and one in the Bessemer area.

Founded in 1949, Lawson State was the first community college in Alabama. The college was originally named the Birmingham Industrial School and was located in the downtown area. The school offered training in various trades, such as carpentry and welding. In 1957, the name was changed to Birmingham Technical Institute, and the focus shifted to offering technical and vocational education. In 1968, the school became part of the Alabama Community College System and was renamed Lawson State Community College.

The college has grown significantly since its early days, and now offers a wide variety of academic and career-oriented programs. In addition to its two campuses in Birmingham, Lawson State operates a satellite campus in Fairfield, Alabama. The college also offers online and distance learning opportunities.

Lawson State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The college's nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission, and its cosmetology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences.

Lawson State is a diverse and vibrant community college that offers its students a variety of educational and career-oriented opportunities. Whether you're looking to earn an associate's degree, get training for a new career, or just take some classes for personal enrichment, Lawson State has something to offer you.

Quick Facts

Enrollment: 2823

Type: Public, 2-year

Main Website: https://www.lawsonstate.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.lawsonstate.edu/financial_aid.aspx

Annual Costs

Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $14920

Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $18910