George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

1141 Wallace Drive
Dothan, AL 36303
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • George C. Wallace Community College, a comprehensive community college, seeks to provide accessible quality educational opportunities, promote economic growth, and enhance the quality of life of its constituents.

School Highlights

George C Wallace Community College-Dothan serves 4,044 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 45%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 4,044 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,960
  • Out-state tuition: $7,350
  • Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
  • Minority enrollment: 44%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

George C Wallace Community College-Dothan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 136 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
136 staff
72 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of George C Wallace Community College-Dothan has grown by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The George C Wallace Community College-Dothan diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,044 students
1,828 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
1,193 students
737 students
# Part-Time Students
2,851 students
1,360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,044 students
1,828 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,193 students
737 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,851 students
1,593 students
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
7%
7%
% Black
30%
27%
% White
56%
55%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
29%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,400
$29,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,960 is less than the state average of $4,428. The in-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,350 is more than the state average of $7,209. The out-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,960
$4,428
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,350
$7,209
Tuition Notes
$129 per semester hour (in-state). Out-of-state tuition is two times the in-state rate.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
91%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Wallace Community college is founding a Center for Instructional Excellence (CIE) to strengthen faculty capabilities in utilizing technology in the teaching/learning process. It will provide training and support for faculty, with a focus on strengthening skills in the use of technology. Structured as a multi-service resource facility, the CIE will support faculty revising and developing curricula and course materials and assessing their efforts to integrate technology into instruction. Wallace Community College offers student activities, programs, and services that promote leadership, academic support, and social and cultural experiences. Wallace Community College awards financial assistance on a continuous basis for the entire year for the campus-based programs (FWS, FSEOG, and ASAP. The primary purpose of student financial assistance programs at Wallace Community College is to assist students with meeting the cost of their education. Eligibility for grants is based on financial need.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does George C Wallace Community College-Dothan cost?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan's tuition is approximately $3,960 for In-State students and $7,350 for Out-State students.
What is George C Wallace Community College-Dothan's ranking?
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Diversity in US community colleges.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 4,044 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,960
  • Out-state tuition: $7,350
  • Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
  • Minority enrollment: 44%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Alabama public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,428 per year for in-state students and $7,209 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,546 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Alabama is 78%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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