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George C. Wallace Community College, also known as Wallace Community College or WCC, is a two-year, comprehensive college located in southeast Alabama, United States. It was established in 1947 by the Alabama Regional Trade School Act. The college operates campuses in Dothan, Eufaula, and Fort Rucker, Alabama. In 1955, the name of the institution was changed to George C. Wallace State Vocational Trade School, and in 1963 it became George C. Wallace State Technical Junior College. The college offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
WCC fields several men’s and women’s sports teams. The College also hosts several clubs and organizations based on the varied interests of the students. Some of the clubs are the Art club, Phi Beta Lambda Honor Society, the Athletics Club, and the Wallace Choir.
Wallace Community College Dothan is located in Dothan, AL (a small city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Wallace Community College Dothan is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Wallace Community College Dothan is an open-admission school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Wallace Community College Dothan had 3,707 enrolled students in 2007.
More complete details are provided below.
George C Wallace Community College Dothan
1141 Wallace Drive
Dothan, AL 36303-9234
General Phone: (334) 983-3521
http://www.wallace.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 209 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 110 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences |
| Medical Support And Technology | 49 | respiratory care tech, medical assistant, radiation therapist, opticianry, medical lab tech |
| Mechanics And Repair | 45 | small engine mechanics, industrial electronics tech, autobody repair, aircraft powerplant tech, aircraft maintenance, industrial mechanics, avionics maintenance |
| Office And Administration | 38 | administrative assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 36 | drafting, HVAC tech, automotive tech |
| Construction Trades | 29 | electrician, masonry, plumbing |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 27 | cosmetology |
| Family And Social Work | 22 | child care management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 19 | physical therapist assistant |
| Production Trades | 11 | cabinetmaking, welding, tool and die tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 6 | computer and info science |
| Transportation | 1 | commercial pilot and flight crew |
Number of programs and degrees for Wallace Community College Dothan in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 435 | 24 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 109 | 22 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 58 | 5 |
In 2007, Wallace Community College Dothan had a total enrollment of 3,707 students (2,533 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 69% |
| Black | 27% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 90% |
| State unknown | 7% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Dothan, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,830 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,900 |
Financial Aid:
Wallace Community College Dothan participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 101800)
Wallace Community College Dothan has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 49 | 50 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 24 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 51 | $53,785 | 73 | $50,254 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 51 | $53,785 | 73 | $50,254 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 41 | 25 | 66 |
| Baseball | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| All Other Sports | 8 | 25 | 33 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
Welding Technology/Welder
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapist Assistant
TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wallace Community College Dothan Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% |  |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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