Is Dalton State College worth it?
Dalton State College is a public, four-year institution in Dalton, Georgia (small city). It awarded 843 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, liberal arts and sciences and elementary education and teaching.
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Federal context for Dalton State College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,241
Median earnings 4 years after
$52,160
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,251
Average net price
$5,012
Completion rate
25%
Completions (2024)
843
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
4,553
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $43,424 | $60,331 | 88 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $39,889 | $45,604 | 71 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $30,839 | $47,218 | 56 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $78,830 | $84,253 | 41 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $37,856 | $48,341 | 32 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $23,664 | $44,369 | 30 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $51,841 | $66,902 | 25 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $30,688 | $41,357 | 24 |
| History | Bachelor's | $32,899 | $47,243 | 22 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $41,595 | $51,094 | 20 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $58,734 | $68,770 | 17 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $29,594 | N/A | 16 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 114 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 110 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 79 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 53 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | Bachelor's | 45 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 40 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 37 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 34 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 32 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 32 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 35% | 3,116 |
| Educational Services | 14% | 1,267 |
| Manufacturing | 14% | 1,247 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 774 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 380 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 319 |
| Public Administration | 3% | 307 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3% | 270 |
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Sources: federal figures for Dalton State College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Georgia. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page