DOTHAN, Ala.(WDNews) – Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) has earned national recognition, ranking #24 on Stacker’s list of the 100 best community colleges in America. WCCD was the only Alabama institution to break into the top 50, marking a significant achievement for both the college and the state.
The ranking evaluated student-faculty ratios, graduation rates, transfer outcomes, and affordability—areas where Wallace continues to shine.
“This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and heart of our entire Wallace community—our faculty, staff, and students who every day demonstrate that excellence and opportunity thrive here,” said Dr. Kathy L. Murphy, WCCD President. “To be named among the best in the nation is both humbling and inspiring. We are proud to serve our students and our region with the highest standards of quality and care.”
Wallace Community College Foundation Board Chair Jim Dennis called the honor a reflection of the college’s impact across the Wiregrass. “Wallace Community College’s national ranking is well-deserved and showcases the transformative work being done every day by our faculty and staff,” Dennis said. “Dr. Murphy and her team continue to deliver on the College’s mission—providing education and training that changes lives and builds stronger communities throughout the Wiregrass.”
Judge Burt Smithart, Chair of the Sparks Campus Foundation Board, echoed those sentiments. “This national honor confirms what those of us in the community have long known—Wallace Community College is a powerhouse of opportunity,” Smithart said. “Through exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to students, Wallace continues to strengthen our region and create brighter futures for families across southeast Alabama.”
WCCD serves more than 5,000 students each semester across campuses in Dothan and Eufaula, offering programs in academic transfer, technical education, health sciences, and workforce training.
For more information about Wallace Community College-Dothan, visit www.wallace.edu.
