WEST GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (WGTC)
- 176 Murphy Campus Blvd.
- Waco, GA 30182
- OPEID College Code: 01048700
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- General Phone: (770) 537-6000
- President: Dr. Skip Sullivan
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 7,313
- College Alias: WGTC
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History
The West Georgia Technical College was formed in 2008 through the merger of West Georgia Technical College and West Central Technical College as part of the Technical System of Georgia's consolidation of technical schools. The merger created the second largest technical college in Georgia which serves seven counties: Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, Haralson, Heard, Meriwether and Troup.
Academics
WGTC offers over 110 diploma, certificate and associates degree programs. The school is dedicated to offering a quality education and providing trained and qualified individuals to meet the needs of the business industry. WGTC serves the West Georgia community and assists in educating and improving the quality of life of its residents.
Programs offered Include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
To apply to WGTC interested students should complete the application along with a $25.00 application fee, submit transcripts and test scores (SAT, ACT COMPASS and ASSET), students who have not taken these tests should take a COMPASS or ASSET test for placement. Student will be notified of acceptance status upon review. Degree and diploma health science programs have a more selective process for enrollment. Financial aid is available to interested students through the financial aid office.
Athletics
The WGTC Golden Knights participate in the GCAA division 3, offering athletics programs in baseball, women's softball, volleyball, and basketball.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- www.westgatech.edu
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 44% | 88% | 3% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $3,945 | $1,572 | $374 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,085 | $1,551 | $1,551 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,085 | $1,551 | $1,551 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,885 | $2,847 | $2,847 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,064 | $1,056 | $1,056 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $15,130 | $12,810 | $12,809 |
| Other Expenses | $4,157 | $3,382 | $3,299 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,157 | $3,382 | $3,299 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,149 | $2,607 | $2,607 |
| In-State | $4,149 | $2,607 | $2,607 |
| Out of State | $5,949 | $3,903 | $3,903 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $23,436 | $18,799 | $18,715 |
| In-State | $23,436 | $18,799 | $18,715 |
| Out of State | $25,236 | $20,095 | $20,011 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,306 | $5,989 | $5,906 |
| In-State | $8,306 | $5,989 | $5,906 |
| Out of State | $10,106 | $7,285 | $7,202 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,313 Undergraduate: 7,313
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,354 Female: 4,959
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,354 Female: 4,959
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,833 Part-Time: 4,480
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,833 Part-Time: 4,480
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 4 | 0.05% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 133 | 2% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 289 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,224 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,156 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 951 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,047 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 769 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 675 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 855 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 336 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 11 | 0.2% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 718 | 346 | 372 |
| Faculty Status | 418 | 142 | 276 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 418 | 142 | 276 |
| Primarily Instruction | 418 | 142 | 276 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 49 | 49 | - |
| Other Professionals | 100 | 90 | 10 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 151 | 65 | 86 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 82 | 32 | 50 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,911 (142) | $47,790 (55) | $51,252 (87) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,837 (142) | $39,102 (55) | $41,935 (87) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 44%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 39%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 32% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 41% |
| Female | 26% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | 35% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 20% |
| White | 32% |
| Unknown | - |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | - |
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