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Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Andalusia, Alabama · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1000 Dannelly Blvd., Andalusia, AL 36420 · Phone: (334) 222-6591 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lurleen B Wallace Community College is a public trade and career school in Andalusia, Alabama, offering welding, LPN, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Lurleen B Wallace Community College has a 41.0% completion rate, near the state average of 45.5%, and graduates earn a median of $32,307 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lurleen B Wallace Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and 31.8% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,710 | $48,490 | $60,120 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $39,880 | $57,030 | $61,800 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $37,470 | $50,470 | $61,030 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,620 | $37,810 | $44,210 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,540 | $39,260 | $46,170 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,160 | $30,300 | $45,850 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,030 | $45,640 | $61,560 |
| Medical assistants | $29,630 | $36,100 | $38,360 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $41,060 | $60,700 | $71,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 83 | $32,407 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | not reported | $31,941 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $18,296 | $17,779 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $18,296 | $17,779 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $32,407 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $18,296 | $17,779 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $38,015 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $38,015 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | $32,569 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lurleen B Wallace Community College is a public community college in Andalusia, Alabama, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students here can apply for FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants. The campus offers 15 program families, with its largest trade programs being welding schools, LPN/LVN programs, and diesel mechanic schools, drawing the most completers among its trade offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.0%, which is near the state average of 45.5% for similar institutions. Median earnings of graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $32,307. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a fringe rural setting, may suit students seeking hands-on trade training in welding, nursing, or diesel mechanics close to home. Program lengths are not detailed in the available data, so prospective students—including adult career-changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools directory and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lurleen B Wallace Community College offers 15 program families, with the largest being welding schools, LPN/LVN programs, and diesel mechanic schools. Other program families include emt-training, cosmetology-schools, and medical-assistant-programs, among others.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 41.0%, which is near the state average of 45.5% for comparable institutions.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (334) 222-6591 or check the College Scorecard for more details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,307, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or visit https://www.lbwcc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, meaning it is state-supported and generally has lower tuition and public accountability compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101602.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data doesn't specify program format or schedule flexibility, so this cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; adult learners should contact the school to discuss fit for their situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lurleen B Wallace Community College at (334) 222-6591 or visit https://www.lbwcc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.