C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
52/100 · earnings-weighted

George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

2-Year Public
📍 Dothan, Alabama 36303
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan campus, Dothan, AL
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan campus, Dothan, AL. Photo: United States Geological Survey (USGS), Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
D
44/100
Affordability
A
88/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
42/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,010
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$2,916
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near George C Wallace Community College-Dothan ▼

26% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$189,548
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,139
1-Year Change
+5.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$31,399
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$28,431
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
35%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
47.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 60th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AL wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$59,653$73,659-9%#776 of 962#443—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$42,801$51,857-21%#521 of 560#473—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$26,719$42,693+1%#315 of 476#205—
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services$26,151$37,933+1%#26 of 57#8—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$26,004$36,643-17%#834 of 947#634—
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$29,620-37%#426 of 426#423—
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services—$19,444-43%#93 of 93#93—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The George C Wallace Community College-Dothan Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $189,548
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,139/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 36350 (5.7% cap, Midland City)

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🏆 Where George C Wallace Community College-Dothan Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#16
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
of 18 schools
#18
Child Care and Support Services Management
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,810 $7,620

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
66%
Receive Pell Grants
4%
Take Out Loans
$2,916
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,527
$30,001 - $48,000$2,872
$48,001 - $75,000$3,755
$75,001 - $110,000$2,042

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 358 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 139 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 74 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 70 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 65 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 65 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 57 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 52 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 40 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 32 grads/yr Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician 32 grads/yr Electrician 21 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 18 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 17 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 15 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 14 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 13 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 12 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from George C Wallace Community College-Dothan's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50k/yr 7,000 jobs
Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs
Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists
$35k/yr 575,200 jobs
Manicurists and pedicurists
$35k/yr 210,100 jobs
Shampooers
$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Student Demographics

4,010
Total Students
67%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
26%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 7%
Black 29%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 26%
With Family 74%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,027 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
Tuition at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is $3,810 for in-state students and $7,620 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $2,916.
What is the graduation rate at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
The graduation rate at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan a good school?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan has a total enrollment of 4,010 students.
Is there rental demand near George C Wallace Community College-Dothan?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,027 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Dothan area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology