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Lurleen B Wallace Community College

Public Andalusia, AL · Rural · Southeast · 73% data reported · Agent Insights
42%
Graduation Rate
$32,307
Earnings (10yr)
$2,792
Net Price
1,097
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Overview

Lurleen B Wallace Community College serves 1,097 students, making it an intimate learning environment for those seeking a community-focused education. With a net price of just $2,792, this school stands out as an affordable option for students looking to minimize their financial burden while pursuing higher education.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for this college, but it’s important to consider the overall outcomes. The graduation rate sits at 42%, indicating that nearly half of students complete their programs. Graduates earn an average of $32,307 after ten years, which can be a reliable income for many fields, especially in health professions and technical programs.

Students who thrive here often appreciate smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere. The college has a diverse range of programs, including health professions, humanities, and culinary services. With a Pell Grant rate of 32%, Lurleen B Wallace Community College makes education accessible to low-income students, further enhancing its role in the community as a stepping stone to career success.

Rankings

How Lurleen Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation42%Earnings 10yr$32KNet Price$3KRetention64%Pell Grant Rate32%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$2K$0-30K$2K$30-48K$5K$48-75K$3K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2872.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1076.1%MOBILITY309.15%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,190
In-State Tuition
$9,060
Out-of-State
$2,792
Avg Net Price
32%
Pell Grant Rate
0%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$2,054
Family Income $0–$30K
$2,420
Family Income $30K–$48K
$4,570
Family Income $48K–$75K
$3,445
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$30,010
6 Years After Entry
$32,036
8 Years
$32,307
10 Years
42%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$30,010 6yr $32,036 8yr $32,307 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

309.15%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1076.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2872.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$44,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.83
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.4%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 64%
Full-Time Faculty 64%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,630
Diversity Index 0.49
First-Gen Students 52%

Top Programs

Health Professions 25%
Humanities 22%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 20%
Precision Production 16%
Culinary & Personal Services 10%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Business & Marketing 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Southeast
Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
62%
White
67%
Hispanic
3%
Black
23%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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