The graduation rate measures the share of students who complete their degree within 150% of normal program time — for a 4-year degree, that's 6 years. A higher rate signals stronger academic support, financial aid, and student services. Low graduation rates may indicate higher dropout risk, often tied to cost, academic fit, or institutional support gaps. Fortis College-Montgomery's 46% graduation rate places it in the Moderate tier — at a moderate completion level.
| # | College | Grad Rate | Rating | Retention | In-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Amridge University
Montgomery
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | N/A | $7,590 |
| 2 |
Midfield Institute of Cosmetology
Midfield
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | 100% | N/A |
| 3 |
Brown Beauty Barber School
Bessemer
|
83% | 🟢 Excellent | 100% | N/A |
| 4 |
Auburn University
Auburn
|
82% | 🟢 Excellent | 95% | $12,890 |
| 5 |
University Academy of Hair Design
Tuscaloosa
|
81% | 🟢 Excellent | 83% | N/A |