Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,842
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $48,988 | $13,124 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | $13,000 |
| Engineering Technology, General. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $36,437 | $8,750 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $36,041 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $35,772 | $9,771 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $33,993 | $10,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $32,925 | $7,944 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $29,141 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $24,267 | $9,991 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $21,894 |
Outcomes Overview
Wallace State graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $11,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 28% against their $39,842 median salary. Monthly loan payments of $117 represent only 3.5% of typical graduate income. The college's strong healthcare and technical programs feed directly into Alabama's growing medical and manufacturing sectors. With a 97.1% employment rate, graduates find work quickly in fields like nursing, dental hygiene, and skilled trades. The relatively low debt burden combined with solid earning potential in high-demand technical fields makes this a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation.