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South Georgia Technical College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 250
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Students retention rate 63%
On-time graduation rate 60%

Located in Americus, Georgia, South Georgia Technical College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of South Georgia Technical College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

South Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student retention rate of 63% at South Georgia Technical College suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$3,692

Cost of attendance at South Georgia Technical College in 2022 for students from Georgia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Georgia's average $6,037
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$6,692

Cost of attendance at South Georgia Technical College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Georgia's average $16,177
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 97 of freshman students at South Georgia Technical College received on average $8,757 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,757
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 88 58% $8,174 $719,348
Other Federal Grant 122 80% $6,910 $842,988
State Grant/Scholarships 102 67% $3,001 $306,128
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 36 24% $4,080 $146,884
Total Grant & Scholarships 148 97% $8,757 $1,296,000

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of South Georgia Technical College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of South Georgia Technical College students is 60.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 46.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 69.6%.

60.2%

  • asian 66.7% 2 students
  • African American 47.0% 94 students
  • white 79.9% 111 students
  • hispanic 73.3% 11 students
  • International Students 33.3% 2 students

Athletic Associations

  • NJCAA
    National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

Service Offerings

South Georgia Technical College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

South Georgia Technical College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training