DSC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $3,336
- Out-of-State Tuition: $10,656
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at DSC:
- Total Enrollment: 5,135, including 670 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 36.3% men, 63.7% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 25%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 17%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 71%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 38 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's.
DSC Overview
Dalton State College (DSC) is a four-year, public school located in Dalton, GA. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification
The DSC's tuition & fees is $3,336 for Georgia residents and $10,656 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,782.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,135 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).
Dalton State College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Dalton State College is $3,336 for in-state students and $10,656 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $3,390 for Georgia residents and $11,144 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $3,336 | $10,656 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $3,390 | $11,144 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Dalton State College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at DSC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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