SOUTHWEST GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (Southwest Georgia Tech)
- 15689 US Hwy 19 N
- Thomasville, GA 31792
- OPEID College Code: 00561500
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- General Phone: (229) 225-4096
- President: Dr. Glenn Deibert
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 1,721
- College Alias: Southwest Georgia Tech
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Southwest Georgia Technical College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- 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
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.southwestgatech.edu
- Mission Statement
- Southwest Georgia Technical College is a public two-year technical college with the mission to provide learner-centered and high-quality services, courses, and programs through both distance and traditional delivery methods. These services, courses, and programs develop individual skills and abilitites, provide for intellectual and career development, and meet the needs of business and industry. Achievement of this mission promotes economic growth and development and improves the quality of life for individuals and the community.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
Southwest Georgia Technical College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.southwestgatech.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Southwest Georgia Tech Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 96%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 72% | 82% | 10% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $4,064 | $1,754 | $474 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,043 | $1,539 | $1,479 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,043 | $1,539 | $1,479 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,843 | $2,835 | $2,715 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $990 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,000 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Other Expenses | $4,500 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,500 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $3,243 | $2,739 | $2,469 |
| In-State | $3,243 | $2,739 | $2,469 |
| Out of State | $5,043 | $4,035 | $3,705 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $10,743 | $9,839 | $9,569 |
| In-State | $10,743 | $9,839 | $9,569 |
| Out of State | $12,543 | $11,135 | $10,805 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,743 | $7,139 | $6,869 |
| In-State | $7,743 | $7,139 | $6,869 |
| Out of State | $9,543 | $8,435 | $8,105 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,721 Undergraduate: 1,721
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 574 Female: 1,147
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 574 Female: 1,147
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 689 Part-Time: 1,032
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 689 Part-Time: 1,032
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 34 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 114 | 7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 258 | 15% |
| Ages 20-21 | 216 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 233 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 288 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 171 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 157 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 185 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 97 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Faculty Status | 133 | 53 | 80 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 133 | 53 | 80 |
| Primarily Instruction | 133 | 53 | 80 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 12 | 11 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 42 | 30 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 10 | 9 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,497 (53) | $55,507 (21) | $55,490 (32) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,407 (53) | $45,416 (21) | $45,402 (32) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 52%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 41%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 30% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 25% |
| Female | 33% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 67% |
| White | 36% |
| Unknown | 50% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
Southwest Georgia Technical College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Southwest Georgia Technical College
- Reviewed on: May 16, 2012
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- Some of the health sciences programs here are tough to get into, but they are good. I'm not sure about the business and other programs, but I'm very happy with the nursing program here because it covers a lot of ground.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
