Wallace Community College, Wallace

What Wallace Community College, Wallace does

Wallace Community College is a public two-campus community college operating within the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), headquartered in Dothan, Alabama with a secondary Sparks Campus in Eufaula. It serves the four-county Wiregrass region of southeastern Alabama with credit and non-credit instruction across associate degree programs, university transfer pathways, career technical education, and health sciences training. The institution was established in 1965 (originally as George C. Wallace Community College) and serves approximately 1,135 graduates annually with 251-500 employees. Programmatic breadth spans ten health sciences credentials (Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, Medical Assisting, EMS, Dental Assistant, Mental Health Technician), roughly twelve career technical programs (Electrical Technology, Automotive Technology, Welding Technology, Criminal Justice, Child Development, Cosmetology, Industrial Systems Technology, CDL Training, Masonry, Esthetics, HVAC, Engineering Graphics), academic transfer curricula, adult education (GED preparation, literacy, ESL), dual enrollment with area high schools, and a Fort Rucker Automotive Technology partnership for military-affiliated learners.

The technology stack is built on Canvas LMS for online and hybrid instruction, supplemented by a Health Sciences Simulation Center that uses medical manikins for clinical skills training. Testing and assessment ride on standardized third-party platforms (ACCUPLACER, TEAS, CLEP, Pearson, Workkeys, GED). The bookstore is operated through Barnes & Noble under the Wallace Books+ program. There are no proprietary technology assets, APIs, or AI/ML capabilities disclosed; technology functions in a supporting rather than differentiating role.

Revenue operates on a multi-stream public funding model. Tuition and fees from credit, continuing education, and workforce development students (with a Senior Adult Scholarship waiving tuition for students 60+) form the user-paid leg. Federal and state grants — Pell, SEOG, Title III, Adult Education, DOL-TRAIN, and state workforce development appropriations — provide the public funding leg, supplemented by foundation grants (Dollar General Literacy Foundation, The Comer Foundation, Wallace Foundation). Free Adult Education programs deliver GED preparation and English Language Learner instruction funded entirely through grants. Distribution is regional and direct: two physical campuses, dual enrollment with local high schools, on-site military installation programming at Fort Rucker, and Canvas-mediated distance learning. The college has no external customers in the enterprise sense; learners, regional employers seeking workforce training, and public funding agencies constitute its stakeholder base.

Name

Wallace Community College, Wallace

Legal name

Wallace Community College

Website

https://wallace.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Wallace Community College is a public, two-campus community college in the Alabama Community College System serving the Wiregrass region with associate degree, university transfer, health sciences, career technical, and adult education programs across Dothan and Eufaula.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (611210), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE), Transfer/University-Parallel Community Colleges (EDAHADAF)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Health sciences training
• Career technical education
• Workforce development

Headquarters

HQ city

Dothan

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition and fees for credit programs, continuing education, and workforce development training. The college offers senior adult scholarships for students 60 and older.
2. Federal and State Grants: Funding from federal sources including Pell grants, SEOG, Title III, Adult Education grants, and DOL-TRAIN programs. State grants support workforce development and special initiatives.
3. Adult Education Programs: Free Adult Education programs including GED preparation, High School Diploma Option, English Language Learners, and workforce support services funded through grants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wallace Community College is a public two-year college delivering associate degrees, certificates, and short-term credentials in academic transfer, health sciences, and career-technical fields across its Dothan and Eufaula campuses, supported by workforce development, adult education (GED/HS diploma), dual enrollment, and continuing education programs. Instructional delivery combines on-campus instruction, Canvas LMS-based online and hybrid courses, and clinical/simulation training for allied-health students.

Product overview

Wallace Community College is a comprehensive community college offering a unified educational services portfolio. The college operates two campuses (Wallace Campus in Dothan and Sparks Campus in Eufaula) providing academic transfer programs, health sciences programs, career technical programs, and workforce development training. Health Sciences programs include Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, and others. Career Technical programs span Electrical Technology, Automotive Technology, Welding Technology, Criminal Justice, Cosmetology, and Industrial Systems Technology. The college also provides student support services including The Math Lab, The Writing Center, Library Services, Career Services, Disability Support Services, and counseling. Student services include Wallace Books+ (Barnes & Noble partnership) and Canvas LMS for online learning. Programs lead to degrees, certificates, and industry certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Two-year Associate Degree Nursing program preparing students for registered nursing careers, including clinical training and NCLEX-RN preparation.
• Practical Nursing (PN) Certificate program training students for practical nursing roles and licensure examination (NCLEX-PN).
• Respiratory Therapist Five-semester, 76-credit-hour program leading to an Associate in Applied Science Degree, accredited by CoARC, preparing students for CRT and RRT credentials.
• Radiologic Technology Accredited program preparing students for entry-level employment in healthcare radiology, leading to ARRT certification.
• Surgical Technology Program preparing students for surgical technology certification and employment in operating room settings.
• Physical Therapist Assistant Program training students to work as physical therapist assistants under supervision in various healthcare settings.
• Medical Assisting Program preparing students for clinical and administrative medical assisting roles in healthcare facilities.
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Programs training students for EMT and paramedic careers including emergency medical response and patient care.
• Dental Assistant Program training students for dental assisting roles in dental offices and clinics.
• Mental Health Technician Program preparing students for psychiatric technician positions in mental health facilities.
• RN to BSN Mobility Mobility pathway supporting Associate Degree Nursing graduates transferring into BSN completion at four-year universities.
• Electrical Technology Program preparing individuals to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems including residential, commercial, and industrial wiring.
• Automotive Technology Training in automotive repair, maintenance, and diagnostic services for the automotive industry, including on-site delivery at Fort Rucker.
• Welding Technology Programs in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, and industrial welding for manufacturing and construction.
• Criminal Justice Program preparing students for law enforcement, corrections, and security careers.
• Child Development Program training students for careers in early childhood education and childcare services.
• Cosmetology Programs in hair, skin, and nail care preparing students for cosmetology licensure.
• Business Technologies Business and office technology training including administrative support and software applications.
• Industrial Systems Technology Training in industrial maintenance, automation, and systems technology for manufacturing environments.
• Masonry Technology Training in brick, block, and stone masonry construction techniques.
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration HVAC training for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems installation and repair.
• Engineering Graphics Drafting and computer-aided design (CAD) technology programs.
• Esthetics Skincare and beauty therapy programs preparing students for esthetician licensure.
• CDL Training and Endorsements Commercial driver's license training and endorsements for trucking and transportation careers.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Fast-track certification program preparing students for nursing assistant positions in healthcare settings.
• Certified Medication Assistant Certification program for nursing personnel to administer medications under supervision.
• Eye Care Assistant Program training students to assist optometrists and ophthalmologists in patient care.
• Professional Medical Coding Fast-track program training students in medical coding for healthcare billing and records management.
• Fiber Optics Training Specialized training in fiber optic cable installation and maintenance.
• Pre-Apprentice Electrical Lineworker Training for power line worker careers in electrical utility systems.
• Adult Education GED preparation, High School Diploma Option, English Language Learners, and workforce support services for adult learners across four counties.
• Dual Enrollment / Dual Credit Program allowing high school students to earn college credit while still in high school.
• Wiregrass FAME Apprenticeship Apprenticeship pathway operated in partnership with regional employers for advanced manufacturing workforce development.
• Distance Learning / Online Programs Online and hybrid course offerings delivered via Canvas LMS for students who cannot attend traditional on-campus classes.
• Wallace Books+ Course-materials program through Barnes & Noble providing required textbooks and supplies at discounted rates with optional semester opt-out.

Quantifiable outcome

• $193 million annual economic impact on Wiregrass region
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Feed Me Words (Alabama Partnership for Children)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 March 2026Child Development program partnership providing hands-on literacy and language development opportunities through curriculum access for WCCD Child Development students.
• Vantive (Black K.A.R.E. Initiative)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 March 2026Partial funding for the 4th Annual Black Family Wellness Expo providing free health screenings and wellness resources to Selma community.
• Alabama Humanities AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 March 2026Awarded mini-grant to host Alabama Road Scholars program featuring historian Mike Bunn exploring Alabama's role in the American Revolution for the America250 commemoration.
• LightcastminorOthers · 12 February 2025Independent economic research firm conducted the 2025 Economic Impact report analyzing WCCD's contribution to the Wiregrass regional economy.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Enterprise State Community College: Alabama Community College System peer in nearby Coffee County serving a similar Wiregrass-region rural footprint with parallel academic transfer, health sciences, and workforce programs.
• Calhoun Community College: Largest ACCS peer serving the Huntsville-Decatur corridor with the same dual-campus, comprehensive associate degree and technical program model.
• Southern Union State Community College: Alabama Community College System peer in eastern Alabama offering comparable associate degree pathways and workforce credentials to a comparable regional population.
• Lurleen B. Wallace Community College: Sister Alabama community college within ACCS system, named after the same Wallace family lineage; offers comparable associate degree, health sciences, and career technical programs across south-central Alabama.
• Gadsden State Community College: Direct ACCS peer offering comparable associate degree, nursing, and career technical programs in northeast Alabama, similar scale and governance structure.
• Coastal Alabama Community College: ACCS peer formed via merger serving south Alabama with the same associate degree, health sciences, and career technical portfolio; directly comparable institutional model.
• Snead State Community College: Alabama Community College System peer in Boaz serving a similar rural Alabama footprint with comparable academic transfer and technical education programming.
• Bevill State Community College: ACCS peer in Jasper offering comparable associate degree, health sciences, and skilled trades programs to similar rural/regional Alabama populations.
• Chattahoochee Valley Community College: Alabama Community College System peer in Phenix City, sharing the same regional community college service-area mission, accreditation structure, and program mix including health sciences and technical training.

Broad incumbents

• Troy University: Public four-year regional university headquartered in southeast Alabama that absorbs WCCD transfer students; competes for adult learners and online enrollment in the same regional market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@wallacecommunitycollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/107148095992885
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wallace-community-college

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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