Dalton State College
About Dalton State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dalton State College is a public college in Dalton, Georgia, in the northwest corner of the state. It offers two-year and four-year programs in business, education, nursing, and technology at an affordable price point.
Founded
1963
Location
Dalton, Georgia
Students
4,553
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,336
Out-of-state: $10,656
Avg Net Price
$5,012
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,251
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
25.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.9%
4-Year Grad
10%
6-Year Grad
30%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
66%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Large
The 10% graduation rate is below average, but 70.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,336
In-State
$10,656
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,419
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,719
After Financial Aid
$5,012
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,962
Receive Grants
49.9%
Take Loans
13.9%
The full cost of attendance is about $12,719/yr for in-state students, including $10,419 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $5,012. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $10,656.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Dalton State College fund their education.
While in School
49.9%
Get Grants
Free money
13.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,184
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,937
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$137/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,937, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Dalton State College.
Gender
64.2%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,553
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
17.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 51.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,553
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dalton State College fields 5 varsity teams with 111 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Southern States
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
111
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
43% / 57%
48
Men
63
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dalton State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,251
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$31K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$38K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
$30K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $40K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.