by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a DSC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how DSC measures up.
DSC is ranked #188 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Georgia, it ranks #8 of 99 for value.
These DSC majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Public Relations, Advertising Applied Communication | #3 of 29 |
| Business Administration / Management | #4 of 266 |
| Supply Chain Management | #4 of 266 |
| Criminal Justice | #6 of 280 |
| Interior Design Management | #10 of 266 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #11 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #11 of 638 |
| Public Relations & Advertising | #13 of 191 |
| Accounting / Finance | #14 of 708 |
| Accounting | #14 of 708 |
Below is the detailed DSC value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Dalton State College is ranked #30 out of #100 in Georgia for quality and #8 out of #99 for Georgia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the DSC financial aid page to be sure.
Dalton State College is ranked #188 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Dalton State College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at DSC costs about $6,750. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $26,999 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $12,253 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $5,012 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $6,750 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $26,999 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about DSC net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a DSC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $49,012 | — | — |
| All Students | $26,999 | #188 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $20,048 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $49,012 | — | — |
| All Students | $26,999 | #8 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $20,048 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at DSC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,109 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,616 |
| $48K–$75K | $6,260 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,079 |
| Over $110K | $9,924 |
About 76% of DSC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,782 per year. Get more details on the DSC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average DSC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.