South Georgia Technical College
About South Georgia Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
South Georgia Technical College teaches in Americus and keeps dormitories, which few technical colleges do. Criminal justice and heavy equipment technology are among its largest programs, and it runs an aviation school.
Founded
1948
Location
Americus, Georgia
Students
1,407
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
61.2%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$3,992
Out-of-state: $7,202
Avg Net Price
$1,164
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$30,364
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
61.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
77.1%
Transfer Out
5%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
61.2%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Medium
61.2% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,992
In-State
$7,202
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,100
Books & Supplies
$500
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,281
After Financial Aid
$1,164
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$388
Receive Grants
51%
Take Loans
0%
Don't let the $3,992 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $1,164 after financial aid, a 71% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $388.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at South Georgia Technical College fund their education.
While in School
51%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,546
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends South Georgia Technical College.
Gender
49.1%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,407
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
28.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 47.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,407
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
South Georgia Technical College fields 1 varsity team with 29 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
29
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
15
Men
14
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of South Georgia Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$30,364
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Criminal Justice and Corrections
$38K
36 grads
4yr Earnings
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
$53K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
—
18 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
15 grads
Agricultural Mechanization
$43K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $30K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.