Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How George C Wallace Community College-Dothan graduates compare to all programs nationally
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 41th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (29 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George C Wallace Community College-Dothan | $26,004 | $34,503 | — | — |
| Columbia Southern University | $55,667 | $60,690 | $15,923 | 0.29 |
| Troy University | $37,838 | $46,135 | $27,504 | 0.73 |
| Chattahoochee Valley Community College | $28,470 | $36,566 | $11,149 | 0.39 |
| Jefferson State Community College | $28,176 | $33,742 | $11,000 | 0.39 |
| Lawson State Community College | $26,759 | $32,735 | $7,500 | 0.28 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Alabama
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Southern University Orange Beach | $5,808 | $55,667 | $15,923 |
| Troy University Troy | $9,792 | $37,838 | $27,504 |
| Chattahoochee Valley Community College Phenix City | $5,040 | $28,470 | $11,149 |
| Jefferson State Community College Birmingham | $5,040 | $28,176 | $11,000 |
| Lawson State Community College Birmingham | $4,980 | $26,759 | $7,500 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, approximately 49% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 35 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.