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WELCOME to Wallace State We are delighted that you are considering Wallace State as the place to start your educational journey, and we look forward to helping you achieve the success you deserve and desire.

At Wallace State, students of all ages find the inspiration to dream, and the courage and support to make their dreams come true. From major league pitchers Derek Holland and Craig Kimbrel, to NASA Rocket Scientist Mary Hovater, to university business school dean Dr. Lance Nail, to former Miss Alabama Shannon Camper Gryska, to professional golfers Brett Wetterich and Fredrick Jacobson, to country music singer Jimi Westbrook of Little Big Town, to meteorologist Jason Simpson‌. doctors, authors, lawyers, welders, nurses, chefs, scientists, counselors, entrepreneurs‌for every profession imaginable, from the ordinary to the extraordinary, Wallace State has given someone a start to a dream.

As a proud graduate of a community college myself, I will forever be a passionate advocate for the accessible, affordable, and excellent education our community colleges provide. And I am especially proud of the extraordinary accomplishments of students and faculty at Wallace State that have made our college a national pacesetter.

Wallace State is a nationally recognized, entrepreneurial learning college, known for the innovative, collaborative, world class educational services we offer. Our students enjoy the highest results in learning, achievement upon graduation or transfer, licensure rates, job placement and future success.

Perhaps equally important, students often tell me that they appreciate the unique warmth of our campus and the personal encouragement they receive from our faculty and staff. A student-first philosophy always guides our planning and initiatives. We have a common goal, shared by faculty, staff and students, and supported by our community, to be outstanding in everything we do. Together we can accomplish incredible things.

I extend to you a personal invitation to visit our campus and experience the fantastic environment, and extraordinary educational opportunities you will find here!

Morgan Smith, former WSCC dual enrollment student and Wendy’s spokesperson

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Dr. Vicki Karolewics Wallace State Community College President

A D M I N I S T R AT I O N

Dr. Vicki Hawsey Karolewics, President

Dr. Tomesa Smith Vice President for Students/Learning

Lisa German Dean of Health Sciences

Melinda Edwards Dean of Institutional Outreach

Jason Morgan Director of Financial Services

Dr. Beth Bownes Johnson Dean of Academic Affairs

Jimmy Hodges Dean of Applied Technologies

Dr. Johnny McMoy College Dean

Jennifer Hill Assistant Dean of Enrollment Management

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OPENING doors to...

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.

When you enroll at Wallace State, you have limitless opportunities in education and personal growth, from earning a degree on campus to transferring to a university. Our alumni are environmentalists, doctors, scientists, welders, veterinarians, FBI officers, medical professionals, golfers, machinists, professional baseball players, chefs, communicators, researchers, educators, lawyers, pilots, judges, meteorologists, politicians, entrepreneurs, economic developers, rocket scientists, and the list goes on and on. Their success, and the success of our students in the job market, where they achieve outstanding placement rates, and at universities, where they consistently outperform students who began there, is the testimony of our tradition of excellence. It is evidence that you, too, can go from Wallace State to a world of possibilities.

Our success, and the success of our students in the job market, where they achieve outstanding placement rates, and at universities, where they consistently outperform students who began there, is the testimony of our tradition of excellence.

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Possibilities ...A WORLD OF

FAST TRACK Academy Graduation 2015

DID you know?

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Twice ranked among the Top 120 community colleges in the

degrees in Health Information Technology, Computer Science,

U.S. (Aspen Institute).

and Business Administration.

Ranked No. 20 in the U.S. in the number of Health Care

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graduates we produce (Community College Week). Wallace

employers. Licensure rates rank at or above state and national

State offers the most two-year health programs among

averages, and our students score above the national average on

community colleges in Alabama.

the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Performance (CAAP).

Ranked No. 2 in the South for Workforce Development

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Agriculture Horticulture, Automotive Service Technology,

Rated the first choice community college among Alabama high

Collision Repair, Diesel Technology, HVAC/R, and Welding to

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earn an Associate Degree. These programs were previously

Member of the prestigious Achieving the Dream national reform

certificate only.

network, focused on student success. Initiatives such as Learning Communities, the Common Read, and the Arts in April series of

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Additional special partnerships and articulation agreements with

National model Fast Track to College and Fast Track to

Auburn (Poultry Science), UAB, Athens State University, University

Industry Academy, dual enrollment programs for high school

of Alabama (Nursing), and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

students, allows participants to attend all classes on Wallace

(Aviation).

State’s campus and, in the case of Fast Track to Industry (FTI), get on-the-job experience. REHAU Academy offers an apprenticeship

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1-on-1“success coaching” (a.k.a. life coaching) to first-time

enrollment and early college enrollment programs.

full-time students in eligible programs. Students may get college

Declared a Military Friendly School by Victory Media.

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One of 10 community colleges in the U.S. chosen to participate in the American Association of Colleges and Universities Roadmap

credit for previous work and learning experience through Prior Learning Assessments.

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with the San Diego Padres; Derek Holland, starting pitcher for

New Poultry Science partnership with Auburn University; new

the Texas Rangers; and Jake Elmore, infielder with the Tampa Bay

Engineering Technology program; and a new joint admission

Rays, among others are products of the Wallace State baseball

partnership with UAB.

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team, which has made six JUCO World Series appearances. PGA

Lion Central One-Stop Center for student enrollment and advising provides enhanced services to students.

Nationally recognized athletic programs, including two-time national champion softball team. Craig Kimbrel, All-Star closer

Project for its leadership related to student outcomes.

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TAACCCT U.S. Department of Labor grant provides free

County. The college continues to maintain vital traditional dual

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International educational opportunities are offered annually to students and community members.

program to FTI students. A Wallace State Fast Track Academy location is also located at J.B. Pennington High School in Blount

Seamless transfer of credit to the state’s public universities and other colleges guaranteed through participation in STARS.

cultural events contribute to this effort.

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New Associate in Applied Science degree in General Technology provides an additional pathway for students in

training (Southern Business and Development Magazine).

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WSCC graduates gain competitive jobs and high praise from

golfer Fredrik Jacobson is a former Wallace State golfer.

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Other notable alumni: Kip Moore, country music singer (also

New School of Nursing and Center for Science provides a

played basketball and golf for WSCC); Jimi Westbrook, singer

hospital-like setting for collaborative, cross disciplinary and

with Little Big Town; Mary Hovater, NASA rocket scientist; Jason

simulation-based learning.

Simpson, WHNT 19 chief meteorologist; Dr. Lance Nail, Dean of

New fully online Associate in Science and Associate in Arts

the School of Business, University of Southern Mississippi, just to

programs, as well as online Associate in Applied Science

name a few

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Fredrik Jacobson

Craig Kimbrel

Jake Elmore

Jimi Westbrook

Kip Moore

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THE CAMPUS

Wallace State is the “crown jewel” of the state’s community college system.

With abundant green spaces, running, biking and walking paths, two lakes, and plenty of room for outdoor recreational areas, the nationally-recognized college maintains a welcoming atmosphere where engagement in learning takes place at all levels in state-of-the-art environments designed for student success.

In a history that spans nearly 50 years, the college has grown to encompass a 300-acre campus, with more than 40 buildings. The common denominator has always been the college’s commitment to its students and the genuine care and support provided by its faculty and staff.

While some have compared the WSCC campus to larger universities, students won’t feel like they’ll get lost in the crowd here.

The newest facility on campus is the Nursing and Center for Science building, a 115,000 square-foot facility that includes the latest teaching tools for simulation of real-life emergencies and procedures that occur in the medical field. The building also includes classrooms, lecture halls, computer labs, business center, café and common areas for all Wallace State students.

The 12-story James C. Bailey Center dominates the campus. It is the hub for all student services, including Lion Central, the one-stop enrollment center where students can meet with advisors, speak with admission and financial aid representatives, apply for parking permits and receive their student IDs. The Bailey Center is also used for administrative offices and classrooms.

Other buildings on campus include three residence halls, the Wallace State Library, Student Center, Science Complex and the sevenstory Bevill Building, the Health Science Building and the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts, which houses the college’s multi-million dollar art collection. The 5,000-seat Tom Drake Coliseum is home to the nationally-recognized women’s volleyball and men’s and women’s basketball teams, and is one of the finest facilities of its kind in the southeast. Wallace State also recently constructed and unveiled a new disc golf course, the only disc course on an Alabama Community College campus.

Wallace State also operates off-campus centers at J.B. Pennington High School in Blountsville, Brewer High School in Somerville, Addison High School, Hayden High School, and as of January 2016 a new campus center in Oneonta.

The main campus is located on U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville, AL, approximately 10 miles from Exit 291 on Interstate 65. WSCC is located about an hour away from both Birmingham to the south and Huntsville to the north.

Visit www.wallacestate.edu for directions or a virtual tour of the campus.

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The College is home to a multi-million dollar art collection donated

by Evelyn Burrow. The Evelyn Burrow Museum is located on campus in the Ottis and Evelyn Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts and also hosts regular visiting exhibitions, such as this one of large-scale fine art photography.

PROGRAMS of study ACADEMIC Business Administration Business Education & Office Administration* Accounting Administrative Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Paralegal Computer Science* Programming Software Support Networking Web Technology Cybersecurity/Computer Forensics Liberal Arts/General Studies* Business Administration Child Development Criminal Justice Music Education Pre-Engineering Religious Studies Sports Medicine Management and Supervision Business Management Financial Management Office Management Entrepreneurship Sports Medicine Visual Communication

Many more majors and unlimited university transfer opportunities available through STARS, the statewide articulation agreement. Visit the Wallace State Advising Center to learn more.

APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Agricultural Production/Horticulture Sustainable Agriculture Poultry Science 2+2 Automotive Service Technology Undercar/Chassis Specialist Underhood/Drivability Specialist Aviation Flight Technology

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Commercial Airplane & Helicopter

GTAW Structural Plate

Private Airplane & Helicopter

GMAW/FCAW Structural Pipe Welding

Instrument Pilot Airplane & Helicopter

SMAW Structural Plate

Certified Flight Instructor

SMAW Fillet and Groove Welding

Collision Repair

SMAW Structural/Pipe Welding/Pipe Fitting

Non-Structural

GMAW/FCAW Structural Plate

Refinishing

GTAW Orbital Pipe Welding

Structural Culinary Arts Diesel Technology Preventive Maintenance Diesel Engine Specialist Electronics Technology Biomedical Technician Communications Mechatronics Basic and Advanced Automation and Controls Basic Biomedical Concepts Basic Electronics Engineering Technology Mechanical/Civil Architecural Building Construction Construction Science Civil/Mechanical Basic AutoCAD 3D Graphics Advanced Design Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Machine Tool Technology

HEALTH SCIENCES Associate Degree Nursing (RN) Child Development Clinical Laboratory Technician Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Imaging Diagnostic Medical Sonography Emergency Medical Services Basic Paramedic Health Information Technology* Medical Coding Medical Transcription Human Services Drug and Alcohol Associate Gerontology Mental Health Associate Social Work Associate Medical Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Patient Care Specialist Pharmacy Technology*

Precision Machining

Physical Therapist Assistant

Computer Numerical Control

Polysomnography

Injection Mold Technologies

Practical Nursing (LPN)

Level I and Level I MTT

Respiratory Therapy

Tool & Die

Therapeutic Massage

Salon & Spa Management Cosmetology Instructor Training Esthetics Nail Technology Therapeutic Massage Welding SMAW Fillet Welding & Cutting Processes

*online or hybrid program offering

YOUR DEGREE is within reach...

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STUDENT life 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.

Our faculty and staff go out of their way to provide support and encouragement for students and to enhance their educational experience in ways that provide inspiration and personal growth. That includes offering engaging activities for socializing with friends, as well as challenges and opportunities for personal accomplishments.

The college takes extra steps to build educational opportunities into the curriculum through the Learning Communities program. Courses designated as a Learning Community (usually a 9:30 a.m. class) allow students to attend campus or community events and process their experience as part of their class.

Area high school students can experience campus life as they participate in the Wallace State Dual Enrollment, Fast Track for Industry and Fast Track to College programs.

With more than 30 student clubs and organizations, students have ample opportunities to find their place among others with similar interests and contribute to their college and local communities. Several Wallace State student organizations support community activities such as the American Red Cross, Christmas Love, March of Dimes Walk America, American Heart Association Heart Walk, American Cancer Society Relay For Life, Humane Society and Caring For Kids.

Other activities offered at Wallace State include intramural sports, student government, drama club, student newspaper and more. Homecoming, Spring Fling, concerts, film screenings and other special events provide even more occasions for social interaction.

Wallace State’s Honor Code sets the college apart from other community colleges and puts us in the same class as the nation’s most revered elite institutions. By asking students to voluntarily commit to upholding standards of mutual trust, compassion, and respect for oneself, one another, and the community, the Honor Code establishes an open environment for learning and growing through personal and community responsibility.

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STUDENT SERVICES The Student Services division is here to ensure that you make the most of your time when you join the Wallace State college community. 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:

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Wellness Center, a state-of-the-art fitness facility to help students have fun and stay in shape.

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Academic advising, counseling, and testing services in the

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Conveniently located men’s and women’s residence halls

Advising Center.

equipped with desks, bookshelves, double beds, walk-in

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Assistance and information about applying for Financial Aid.

closets, and private bathrooms.

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Lion Central, a one-stop enrollment center in the Bailey

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Center where students can meet with admissions, financial aid, advising, and more.

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campus.

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The Wallace State Library, which provides traditional as well

Wireless hotspots available throughout campus in the library,

as multimedia resources and a computer lab for patron use.

Student Center, and Bailey Center as well as abundant

A genealogy research collection is also located in the library.

computer labs.

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WSCC Police Department with a 24-hour presence on

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A wide variety of continuing education, personal enrichment

The Tutoring Lab open to all students and providing– assistance in a variety of subjects free of charge.

and community education classes.

C L U B S & O R G A N I Z AT I O N S Alabama Student Nurses Association

Drama Club

Ambassadors

Homecoming Queen and Court

Phi Beta Lambda

BASS Club

Intercollegiate Athletics

Phi Theta Kappa

Campus Ministries

International Study

Relay For Life

Cheerleaders

Intramural Athletics

Student Physical Therapy

Child Development Club

Jazz and Concert Bands

Scholars’ Bowl

Choir, Singers and Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Lambda Beta

Sigma Kappa Delta

Circle K Club

Lambda Nu

Skills USA/VICA

Culinary Arts Club

Lex Adjustor Majus

Sonography Club

Computer Science Club

Lex Corpus

Student Government Association

Cosmetology Club

Math and Physics Club

The Mane Issue Student Newspaper

Cullman-Blount County Young Democrats

Pep Band Auxiliaries

Miss WSCC Pageant

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ATHLETICS Wallace State has a tradition of athletic excellence that includes

PGA golfers include Brett Wetterich and Fredrick Jacobson.

Olympic medalists, national champions, numerous conference

Former Wallace State athlete Ricardo Lockette is a receiver for the

titles and hundreds of

Seattle Seahawks.

All Americans.

Wallace State coaches are not only among the nation’s best,

The Wallace State

but they also take great pride in the academic success of their

Lions compete in

athletes. Special tutoring and study sessions are available for all

Division I of the

athletes to ensure excellence in academics as well as athletics.

Alabama Community

Wallace State teams are recognized among the top teams

College Conference

academically by the NJCAA, and many student athletes receive

and the National

Academic All-American honors each year.

Junior College

The impressive athletic facilities at Wallace State are among the

Athletic Association.

best in the nation. Tom Drake Coliseum is one of the largest

Many of our athletes

two-year college basketball and volleyball facilities in the United

go on to play at the

States, with seating for more than 5,000. The college’s baseball,

university level in the

softball and soccer facilities are among the finest in the Southeast.

sport of their choice.

Wallace State’s athletes also have access to state-of-the-art

Some even sign

training through the Wellness Center, which houses an extensive

professional contracts. MLB All-Star Craig Kimbrel of the San Diego Padres, World Series pitcher Derek Holland of the Texas Rangers, Zelous Wheeler, formerly of the New York Yankees organization and currently playing in Japan, and Jake Elmore of the Tampa Bay Rays

weight room, treadmills and cardiovascular equipment, racquetball courts, basketball and volleyball practice courts, batting cages, aerobics and cheerleading rooms, men’s and women’s locker rooms, classrooms, and offices.

organization are all currently playing professional baseball.

WSCC SPORTS Baseball

Softball

Seven-time Conference Champs, Six appearances at World Series

Two-time National Champions (2008, 2013), Two-time National Tournament Runner-up, Nine-time State Champs

Men’s Basketball

Men’s Golf

Three-time Conference Champs (2010, 2012, 2014)

Finished 5th Nationally in 2015, Twelve-time Conference Champs,

Women’s Basketball 2011 ACCC Champs, Six-time Conference Champs, Five National

Three-time National Tournament Runner-Up Co-ed Cheerleading

Tournament Appearances

Two-time National Champions (2004, 2006)

Women’s Volleyball 2014 ACCC Champs, Six-time Defending State Champs, 13-time

For the latest Wallace State athletic schedules, visit www.wallacestate.edu. For more

Conference Champs, 15 National Tournament Appearances

information on athletic programs, contact Deborah Spann at 256.352.8121.

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TUITION and Financial Aid Credit Hours

Tuition $111/Hour

Bond Surety Fee

Building Fee

Facility Renewal Fee

Technology Fee

Total Tuition & Fees

1

115.00

1.00

10.00

9.00

9.00

144.00

2

230.00

2.00

20.00

18.00

18.00

288.00

3

345.00

3.00

30.00

27.00

27.00

432.00

4

460.00

4.00

40.00

36.00

36.00

576.00

5

575.00

5.00

50.00

45.00

45.00

720.00

6

690.00

6.00

60.00

54.00

54.00

864.00

7

805.00

7.00

70.00

63.00

63.00

1,008.00

8

920.00

8.00

80.00

72.00

72.00

1,152.00

9

1,035.00

9.00

90.00

81.00

81.00

1,296.00

10

1,150.00

10.00

100.00

90.00

90.00

1,440.00

11

1,265.00

11.00

110.00

99.00

99.00

1,584.00

12

1,380.00

12.00

120.00

108.00

108.00

1,728.00

13

1,495.00

13.00

130.00

117.00

117.00

1,872.00

14

1,610.00

14.00

140.00

126.00

126.00

2,016.00

Tuition chart is for planning purposes. Rates are subject to change. Visit www.wallacestate.edu for the most current tuition information.

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:

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Presidential Scholarships

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Performing Arts Scholarships

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Academic Excellence Scholarships

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Athletic Scholarships

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Career Technical Scholarships

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Senior Adult Scholarships

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Allied Health and Nursing Scholarships

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Alumni Association Scholarships

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Leadership Scholarships

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Future Foundation Scholarships

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ADMISSIONS Checklist ❒

Admissions Application

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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.

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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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Register for Classes After you have determined your class schedule with an advisor, you are ready to complete your registration. Tuition and fees are paid online or in the Cashier’s Office.

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.

Advisement All students must complete the advisement process with their assigned advisor prior to registration for classes. You will need to bring your ACT scores or COMPASS placement scores with you.

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.

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The purpose of COMPASS testing 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 you received a 20 or higher ACT English score and/or a 20 or higher ACT Math score within the last two years, this test may not be necessary. Walk-in tests are given daily from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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.

Take the Compass Placement Test

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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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First Week of Class!

LION CENTRAL OFFICE HOURS:

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Mon - Wed: 7:30am - 6:00pm

It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System and Wallace

Thurs: 7:30am - 4:30pm

State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, religion, national

Fri: 7:30am - 2:00pm

origin, disability, age or sexual orientation, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any

Phone: 256.352.8238

program, activity or employment. The College will not retaliate against

Email: lioncentral@wallacestate.edu

any person because they have engaged in a protected activity opposing

Located in the lobby of the James C. Bailey Center. Start at Lion Central for questions about Advising, Admissions and Financial Aid.

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.

ONLINE REGISTRATION Visit wallacestate.edu/Register- Now for step-by-step instructions on registering for classes.

Visit myWallaceState at wallacestate.edu/mywallacestate for student records, catalog, class schedules, and more.

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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www.wallacestate.edu

P.O. Box 2000 • 801 Main Street NW • Hanceville, Alabama 35077-2000 • (256) 352-8000 • (866) 350.WSCC