George C Wallace Community College-Dothan Tuition &
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is a public community college in Dothan, Alabama, serving roughly 3,017 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $1,170 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,980. Student demographics in federal data include White (51.2%) and Black or African American (33.5%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,980
- 2024 Average Net Price: $1,170 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,017 39.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 35.02%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 48.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 80.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 78.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,533
- Room & Board: $9,450 annual estimate
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan: what the data shows
Common questions about George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is located in Dothan, AL (ZIP 36303-9234).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan public or private?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is a Public institution.
How much does George C Wallace Community College-Dothan cost?
Published tuition: $4,980 in-state, $8,850 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $1,170.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $1,199 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $852 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $1,432 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $2,367 |
| $110,001+ | $-5,124 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $19,920.
How big is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
Total enrollment: 3,017 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,533 students.
About 39% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
150%-time completion rate: 35.02%.
First-year retention: 62.5%.
What do graduates of George C Wallace Community College-Dothan earn?
Median earnings: $28,431 six years after entry; $31,399 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
47.06% of students receive Pell grants.
What is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (358 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (139 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (74 completions)
- Child Care and Support Services Management (70 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (65 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (65 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (57 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (52 completions)
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General (40 completions)
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician (34 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 35.02%; median earnings $31,399 at 10 years; net price $1,170. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,980
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan was $4,980.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$1,170
2024 Value
In 2024 George C Wallace Community College-Dothan had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $1,170.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$4,680 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$1,170 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$19,920 4-Year In-State Tuition
$35,400 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,450 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,630 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$62,520 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan.
Financial Aid by Income Level
47.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,900 | $7,230 | $2,681 |
| 2014 | $3,960 | $7,350 | $3,115 |
| 2015 | $4,260 | $7,710 | $3,067 |
| 2016 | $4,320 | $7,830 | $3,321 |
| 2017 | $4,380 | $7,950 | $2,664 |
| 2018 | $4,680 | $8,550 | $1,277 |
| 2019 | $4,740 | $8,670 | $1,790 |
| 2020 | $4,800 | $8,790 | $1,384 |
| 2021 | $4,800 | $8,790 | $1,520 |
| 2022 | $4,860 | $8,610 | $1,493 |
| 2023 | $4,920 | $8,730 | $2,697 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan reported total enrollment of about 3,017 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 28% male and 72% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (51.2%), Black or African American (33.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (8.0%). About 47.06% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
39.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan in 2024 is 3,017 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,533 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
62.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 51.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
15.76% 100% Completion Time
35.02% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 15.76% of students graduating from George C Wallace Community College-Dothan completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 37% male / 63% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 9% male / 91% female
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan.
Return on Investment
$31,399 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
6609.19% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 23 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 358 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 139 completions
3. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 74 completions
4. Child Care and Support Services Management: 70 completions
5. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 65 completions
6. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 65 completions
7. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 57 completions
8. Welding Technology/Welder: 52 completions
9. Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General: 40 completions
Most popular programs at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 78.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,406
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,846
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is a public institution located in Dothan, AL, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,017 students. Student body composition includes White (51.2%), Black or African American (33.5%), Hispanic or Latino (8.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 35.02%. Approximately 47.06% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Dothan, AL 36303-9234
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 35.02% graduation rate at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan located?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is located in Dothan, AL.
How much does George C Wallace Community College-Dothan cost?
Reported tuition is $4,980 and average net price is $1,170 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,450 annually.
What is the student body demographics at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,533 students, White (51.2%), Black or African American (33.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
About 48.5% of students at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of George C Wallace Community College-Dothan earn?
Median earnings are $28,431 six years after entry and $31,399 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
The 150%-time completion rate is 35.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan public or private?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is a public institution located in Dothan, AL.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan an HBCU?
No. George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan a tribal college?
No. George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, George C Wallace Community College-Dothan does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.0%).
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Alabama college costs
- Alabama colleges by ROI
- Alabama trade schools profile
- Dothan, Alabama city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Alabama
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.