Discover Dalton State College
Dalton, Georgia
Dalton State College is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of on-campus, and online programs—including LPN/LVN, ADN/ASN, and BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Baccalaureate College: Diverse Fields
- 4 year or higher institution
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4,260 Undergraduate Students Enrolled*
*Includes certificate and degree-seeking students - 33% Graduation Rate
- 650 College Drive, Dalton, Georgia 30720, US
- 1-706-272-4436
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Student Demographics
- 21 Average Age
- 38% Men
- 62% Women
- 0% Veterans
- 88% White
- 11% Hispanic
- 3% Black
- 1% Asian
College Data provided by the U.S. Department of Education and complemented with additional insights from our analysts. Learn more about our Rankings Methodology.
Nursing Programs
- $5,995 In-State Non-Degree Tuition*
- $8,980 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
*Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.
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ProgramFormatTuitionScore
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On-Campus Program$7,630 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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On-Campus Program$5,995 In-State Tuition4.2 Program Score
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Online Program$10,329 In-State Tuition4.3 Program Score
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Dalton State College, a public institution in Dalton, Georgia, is part of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1963 as a junior college, it became a four-year institution in 1998. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the college was renamed Dalton College in 1987 and later opened the Dalton State Gilmer County Center in Ellijay in 2009. The college also introduced its first on-campus housing, Dalton State at Wood Valley. Dalton State's nursing programs equip students with the knowledge and clinical skills necessary for direct patient care in diverse settings.
Nursing Programs at Dalton State College
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN/ADN)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Hands-On Learning Experience
The nursing programs at Dalton State provide students access to extensive hands-on experience by providing thorough information and clinical expertise required to deliver direct nursing care to patients in various clinical settings. Enrolling in the nursing program guarantees students a first-hand nursing education, access to cutting-edge facilities, and the chance to study under highly skilled and involved faculty members, all of which equip them for rewarding jobs in a variety of healthcare settings.
Mode of Learning
- ASN: Offered online due to clinical experiences requiring out-of-town travel and potential evening hours.
- RN-BSN Program: Requires candidates to have an ASN for acceptance.
- LPN Program: Conducted on campus.
NCLEX-RN Pass Rates
The NCLEX-RN pass rate for ASN and BSN graduates of the Dalton College of Nursing was 78.57%.
Admissions
Meeting the selection criteria does not guarantee admission to the nursing program at Dalton State College. Enrollment is competitive, and students who meet pre-nursing requirements will be evaluated using the nursing admission worksheet. The most qualified candidates will be selected by the nursing department.
Accreditation
The ASN and BSN programs have full approval from the Georgia Board of Nursing and maintain continuing accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
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