D ISCOVER YOUR STORY THE VIEWBOOK
WELCO M E Wallace State Community College has been serving students with a tradition of excellece since 1966. Recent accolades bestowed upon the College include: » » Chosen as one of 30 community colleges in America to participate in the American Association of Community College’s Pathways Project » » Ranked among the Top Community Colleges in the U.S. by the Aspen Institute three times in five years, most recently in 2017 » » Ranked No. 2 in the South for Workforce Development training, and The Best of Economic Development in Metro Birmingham by Southern Business and Development Magazine » » Named an Achieving the Dream Leader College in 2017 for its efforts to engage students in non-traditional ways, streamlining the enrollment process and offering students support through advising, placement and tutoring
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The picturesque 300-acre campus, is anchored by the 12-story Bailey Center, where enrollment services are located. There is a 5,000 seat coliseum on the west, School of Nursing and Center for Science on the north, and Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts to the south, along with state-of theart learning facilities across campus for healthcare, applied technology, STEM and liberal arts programs.
The College opened its Oneonta Center in Blount County in 2016, with construction of an Academic Building beginning in 2018.
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Dr.Vicki Hawsey Karolewics President MISSION STATEMENT
Wallace State Community College is committed to learning that transforms lives and communities. In support of the mission, Wallace State Community College is committed to student success through a student centered, innovative, engaging, and supportive learning environment; teaching excellence; respect for uniqueness and diversity; strategic partnerships that advance community, workforce and economic development; cultural enrichment of our communities; and accountability and integrity.
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OPPORTUNITIES At Wallace State you have opportunities to explore your interests, find your talents, and chart a path for your future in a supportive environment where faculty, staff and administration will challenge you while giving you the tools you need to succeed.
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Our alumni have found success in an array of occupations, and among them are: •
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Medical professionals like Nursing graduate Steve James who went on to become a nurse anesthetist and then started Kenya Relief, helping thousands of Kenyan villagers annually through an orphanage, school and medical clinic. Rocket scientists like Mary Hovater who began her career at Wallace State taking pre-engineering
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classes before continuing on to university. Professional athletes like MLB players, Craig Kimbrel, Derek Holland and Jake Elmore; retired NFL player Ricardo Lockette; and golfers Fredrik Jacobson and Brett Wetterich. Professional musicians like Jimi Westbrook of the group Little Big Town and solo artist Kip Moore.
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Business Education & Office Administration* Accounting Accounting Applications Administrative Assistant General Office Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Paralegal Software Applications Business Management and Supervision Business Management Business Supervision Entrepreneurship Financial Applications Financial Management Office Management
Office Supervision Transportation Applications Transportation Management Computer Science* Computer Programming Computer Technician Cyber Security Microsoft Applications Network Technology Web Technology Criminal Justice Cyber Security Forensics Investigation Law Enforcement
HE ALTH SCIENCES
Liberal Arts/General Studies* Business Administration Criminal Justice General Studies/Liberal Arts Music Education Pre-Education Pre-Engineering Religious Studies Sports Medicine Visual Communications Many more majors and unlimited university transfer opportunities available through STARS, the statewide articulation agreement. Visit the Wallace State Advising Center to learn more.
WORKFORCE TRAINING
Child Development Child Development Early Childhood Education Infant/Toddler Preschool/Family Child Care
Medical Assistant
Training for Business and Industry
Medical Coding
Corporate Education
Medical Laboratory Technician
Manufacturing Skills Standard Council
Dental Assisting
(MSSC) Certifications
Dental Hygiene
Nursing Nursing (RN) Practical Nursing
Diagnostic Imaging
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Certified Production Technician (CPT)
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Pharmacy Technology*
Continuing Education
Emergency Medical Services Basic EMT Emergency Medical Service Paramedic
Physical Therapist Assistant
Community Education
Health Information Technology*
*online or hybrid program offering
Polysomnography* Respiratory Therapy Therapeutic Massage
Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Agricultural Production/Horticulture Agribusiness Agriculture Agriculture Production Horticulture Technician Poultry Science 2+2 Sustainable Agriculture
Building Construction Building Construction Building Construction Management Collision Repair Collision Repair Non-Structural Refinishing Structural
Engineering Technology Advanced Design Architectural Engineering Technology Basic Auto CAD Building Construction Building Construction Management Civil Engineering Technology Construction Science Engineering Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology 3D Graphic Science Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Electrical System Specialist Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Usage and Handling Specialist
Culinary Arts Advance Culinary Arts Culinary Arts
Machine Tool Technology Machine Tool Technology Computerized Numerical Control Injection Molding Tool and Die Polymer Specialist Level I and II Machine Tool Technology
Diesel Technology Diesel Technology
Salon & Spa Management Cosmetology
myCareer
Welding Welding SMAW Fillet Welding and Cutting GTAW Structural Plate GMAW/FCAW Structural/Pipe Welding SMAW Structural Place SMAW Fillet and Groove Welding SMAW Structural/Pipe Welding/ Pipe Fitting GMAW/FCAW Structural Plate GTAW Orbital Pipe Welding
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Aviation Flight Technology Certified Flight Instructor CFI Airplane CFI Helicopter Commercial Pilot Airplane Commerical Pilot Helicopter Instrument Pilot Airplane Instrument Pilot Helicopter Private Pilot Airplane Private Pilot Helicopter
Electronics Technology Automation and Controls Biomedical Technician Communications Electronics Mechatronics
Esthetics Nail Technology Therapeutic Massage
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Automotive Service Technology Automotive Service Technology Under Car Chassis Specialist Under Hood Drivability Specialist
Diesel Technology Commercial Repair Preventative Maintenance Engine Specialist Transportation Trailer Technology
PATHWAYS Wallace State Community College offers four Pathways for students to choose from as they begin their college career. The Pathways include four meta-majors: Liberal Ar ts/General Studies, Applied Technology, Health Science and S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Students can choose one of these Pathways that fall in line with their general interest and declare a major later as they learn more about potential careers and oppor tunities.
Applied Technologies
Health Science
Liberal Arts/ General Studies
S.T.E.M.
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S P O RT S & S T U D E N T L I F E Along with providing a top-rated education in a safe and friendly atmosphere, Wallace State strives to offer its students numerous social, civic, athletic, cultural and entertainment opportunities for a well-rounded college experience, including: »» »» »» »»
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Baseball Softball Men’s Basketball
Women’s Volleyball Men’s Golf Women’s Golf
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BASS Club Campus Ministries Child Development Club Choir, Singers and Vocal Jazz Ensemble Circle K Club Culinary Arts Club Computer Science Club Cosmetology Club Cullman-Blount County Young Democrats Drama Club Homecoming Queen and Court Intercollegiate Athletics International Study Intramural Athletics Jazz and Concert Bands
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Women’s Tennis Cross Country Co-ed Cheerleading
Lambda Beta Lex Adjustor Majus Lex Corpus
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Alabama Student Nurses Association Ambassadors
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Men’s Tennis
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Math and Physics Club Pep Band Auxiliaries Phi Beta Lambda Phi Theta Kappa Relay For Life Rotoract Student Physical Therapy Scholars’ Bowl Sigma Kappa Delta Skills USA/VICA Sonography Club Student Government Association The Mane Issue Student Newspaper Miss WSCC Pageant
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Dedication
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Experience
S T U D E N T S E RV I C E S The Student Services division at Wallace State is committed to providing students with an excellent support system that bridges every gap students may encounter as they progress. Students have access to: Academic advising, counseling, and testing services in the Advising Center. Assistance and information about applying for Financial Aid.
A wide variety of continuing education, personal enrichment and community education classes. Wellness Center, a state-of-the-art fitness facility to help students have fun and stay in shape. Conveniently located men’s and women’s residence halls equipped with desks, bookshelves, double beds, walk-in closets, and private bathrooms. WSCC Police Department with a 24-hour presence on campus.
The Wallace State Library, which provides traditional and multimedia resources, as well as a computer lab for patron use. A genealogy research collection is also located in the library. The Tutoring Lab open to all students and providing assistance in a variety of subjects free of charge.
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Wireless hotspots available throughout campus in the library, Student Center, and Bailey Center, as well as abundant computer labs.
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Lion Central, a one-stop enrollment center in the Bailey Center where students can meet with admissions, financial aid, advising, and more.
S T U D E N T R E C RU I T I N G The Student Recruiting division at Wallace State is ready to provide potential students with information about the college, its programs, tours of the campus and more. Here’s how you can connect with Student Recruiting: Schedule tours online via the Wallace State website or request information: www.wallacestate.edu/recruiting/campustour www.wallacestate.edu/information-request
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Wallace State on Social Media
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Alecia White, Coordinator 256.352.8085 alecia.white@wallacestate.edu @wallacestate
Stephanie Eisner, Recruiter 256.352.8019 stephanie.eisner@wallacestate.edu
CAMPUS TOURS Wallace State Recruiting offers regular tours of campus Thursdays and Fridays. For large school groups, please contact Stephanie Eisner to schedule a tour.
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WSCC FAST FACTS Wallace State Community College is one of the best performing two-year colleges in the nation, offering dozens of degree and certificate options with a variety of classes to fit within any busy student’s life.
SUCCESS RATES Success Rate
50%
Retention Rate
65%/48%
Job Placement
97%/91%
Licensure Rates
93%
(Graduation plus transfer)
(Full-Time/Part-Time)
(Employed/Employed in field)
Academic
2,419
Health Science
2,170
TOP 5 ALABAMA FEEDER SCHOOLS Cullman (Cullman City) Hayden (Blount County) West Point (Cullman County) Fairview (Cullman County) Arab (Arab City)
DEGREES/CERTIFICATES AWARDED ASSOCIATE DEGREES CERTIFICATES 773 810
Applied Technology
711
GENDER
Associate Degrees include Associate in Art, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science; Certificates include Certificate and Short-Term Certificates.
AGE
AVERAGE AGE: 23.4
MALE 36% FEMALE 64% Statistics based on Fall 2017 enrollment
61% 32% 7% <22
22-39
40+
PART TIME 2,750 52%
FULL TIME 2,572 48%
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TUITION
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FINANCIAL AID
CREDIT HOURS
TUITION $129/HR
BOND SURETY $1/HR
BUILDING FEE $10/HR
FACILITY RENEWAL $9/HR
TECHNOLOGY FEE $9/HR
TOTAL TUITION & FEES
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$129.00
$1.00
$10.00
$9.00
$9.00
$158.00
2
$258.00
$2.00
$20.00
$18.00
$18.00
$316.00
3
$387.00
$3.00
$30.00
$27.00
$27.00
$474.00
4
$516.00
$4.00
$40.00
$36.00
$36.00
$632.00
5
$645.00
$5.00
$50.00
$45.00
$45.00
$790.00
6
$774.00
$6.00
$60.00
$54.00
$54.00
$948.00
7
$903.00
$7.00
$70.00
$63.00
$63.00
$1,106.00
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$1,032.00
$8.00
$80.00
$72.00
$72.00
$1,264.00
9
$1,161.00
$9.00
$90.00
$81.00
$81.00
$1,422.00
10
$1,290.00
$10.00
$100.00
$90.00
$90.00
$1,580.00
11
$1,419.00
$11.00
$110.00
$99.00
$99.00
$1,738.00
12
$1,548.00
$12.00
$120.00
$108.00
$108.00
$1,896.00
13
$1,677.00
$13.00
$130.00
$117.00
$117.00
$2,054.00
14
$1,806.00
$14.00
$140.00
$126.00
$126.00
$2,212.00
15
$1,935.00
$15.00
$150.00
$135.00
$135.00
$2,370.00
16
$2,064.00
$16.00
$160.00
$144.00
$144.00
$2,528.00
17
$2,193.00
$17.00
$170.00
$153.00
$153.00
$2,686.00
18
$2,322.00
$18.00
$180.00
$162.00
$162.00
$2,844.00
19
$2,451.00
$19.00
$190.00
$171.00
$171.00
$3,002.00
20
$2,580.00
$20.00
$200.00
$180.00
$180.00
$3,160.00
21
$2,709.00
$21.00
$210.00
$189.00
$189.00
$3,318.00
22
$2,838.00
$22.00
$220.00
$198.00
$198.00
$3,476.00
23
$2,967.00
$23.00
$230.00
$207.00
$207.00
$3,634.00
24
$3,096.00
$24.00
$240.00
$216.00
$216.00
$3,792.00
Tuition chart is for planning purposes. Rates are subject to change. These rates reflect in-state tution rate. Out-of-state tution is double the rate for tution; the fees are thse same. Tuition Payment Plans available. Qualified students can now receive Pell Grants year-round. Visit www.wallacestate.edu for the most current tuition information.
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More than 80 percent of Wallace State students are eligible for some form of financial aid in the form of Pell grants, the Federal student loan program, scholarships, and work study opportunities. Details available online at wallacestate.edu/Financial-Aid. The following scholarships are offered through Wallace State: • Presidential Scholarships
• Performing Arts Scholarships
• Academic Excellence Scholarships
• Athletic Scholarships
• Career Technical Scholarships
• Senior Adult Scholarships
• Allied Health and Nursing Scholarships
• Alumni Association Scholarships
• Leadership Scholarships
• Future Foundation Scholarships
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Admissions Application An Application for Admission must be completed, signed and submitted to the Admissions Office. Forms are available in the Admissions Office or may be completed online. Send a copy of your ACT scores and a copy of your photo ID to newstudent@ wallacestate.edu, and electronically sign the In State/ Out of State Residence Form (under admissions forms on website). Official Transcripts Request a copy of your official transcripts from all high schools and colleges you have attended be sent to Wallace State Community College Admissions Office. Your transcript must include your official graduation date. If you have passed the GED examination, a copy of your certificate must be submitted to the Admissions Office. Apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid. The first step to apply for Financial Aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) along with additional paperwork required by the Wallace State Financial Aid Office, and a WSCC Scholarship Application. The FAFSA must be completed online at www.fafsa.gov. You are encouraged to apply for Financial Aid by May 1 if you plan to attend WSCC in the Fall Semester or by October 1 if you plan to attend WSCC the following Spring Semester. The application deadline for WSCC scholarships is February 15 for fall term scholarships. Take the ACCUPLACER Placement Test The purpose of the ACCUPLACER assessment is to place you in the classes most appropriate to your academic ability. You may need to enroll in transitional classes before taking other higher-level courses. If
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you received an 18 or higher ACT English score and/ or a 20 or higher ACT Math score within the last three years, this test may not be necessary. Walk-in tests are given Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. ❒❒
Attend Lions’ Pride Lions’ Pride Orientation sessions are conducted on specified dates prior to the start of the semester. At the conclusion of Lions’ Pride, you will be given the opportunity to meet with an advisor and discuss your educational plan. As part of this process, you will be authorized to register in the Office of Admissions or online.
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New Student Orientation All entering freshmen are required to enroll in an orientation class designed to assist students in the transition to college (ORI101, ORI103, or WKO101).
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Purchase Books About a month before classes begin, your textbooks will be available for purchase in the WSCC Bookstore. Cash, checks, VISA and MasterCard are accepted.
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MAIN CAMPUS OFFICE HOURS
ONEONTA CAMPUS OFFICE HOURS
Mon - Wed: 7:30am - 6:00pm Thurs: 7:30am - 4:30pm Fri: 7:30am - 2:00pm
Mon - Thurs: 7:30am - 4:30pm Fri: 7:30am - 2:00pm Phone: 205.625.4020
Lion Central: 256.352.8238 Email: wscconeonta@wallacestate.edu Email: lioncentral@wallacestate.edu Address: 728 2nd Avenue E, Oneonta, AL 35121 Addres: 801 Main St. NW, Hanceville, Al 35077 P A G E
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Visit myWallaceState at wallacestate.edu/mywallacestate for student records, catalog, class schedules, and more. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System and Wallace State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age or sexual orientation, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. The College will not retaliate against any person because they have engaged in a protected activity opposing the College or because they have made a complaint, testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding or hearing alleging discrimination on a basis specified above. ACCREDITATION
Wallace State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Wallace State Community College.
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Visit wallacestate.edu/Register-Now for step-by-step instructions on registering for classes.
CONNECT WITH WALL ACE STATE RECRUITMENT
• Alecia White, 256.352.8085, alecia.white@wallacestate.edu • Stephanie Eisner, 256.352.8019, stephanie.eisner@wallacestate.edu Online at: Schedule a campus tour: www.wallacestate.edu/recruiting/campustour LIVE CHAT
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