An Alumnae's Thoughts on Calhoun College

Getting a good start on meeting your educational goals doesn't have to break the bank, especially if you live in Decatur, AL. With it's main campus on the outskirts of Decatur, John C. Calhoun Community College is the perfect place to finish your first two years of college work in an excellent learning environment. Whether you are interested in an associates degree to help you accelerate in your current career, or you want to get your core curriculum done so you can go on to another University to earn a Bachelor's or Master's degee, Calhoun is a great place to start.

Calhoun has low tuition, lower than most colleges in the area, and scholarships and work-study programs are available to assist those who need help with costs. The staff in the Financial Aid Department can assist in filling out federal forms for financial aid, helping you learn of the programs available, or just to answer general questions about college funding.

Teachers at Calhoun are some of the state's finest, in my opinion. I was pleased that most of them would spend extra time with students as needed, or recommend other avenues of academic assistance as needed. Tutoring is available in the Student Services Department. There are several subject-focused learning centers across the campus where one can get help with Biology, Mathematics, English, Accounting, and a variety of other subjects. The library on campus has an excellent reference section, and the librarians are very helpful in helping you find what you need for research papers or other projects.Many of the labs also offer videos that can be checked out to cover classes you may have missed or need some clarification on.