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 Degree
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 1,408
- College Alias: Southwest Georgia Tech
Southwest Georgia Technical College - Details
Southwest Georgia Technical College Campus Map
- 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.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- 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
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.southwestgatech.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees N/A
- 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
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Southwest Georgia Tech Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 87%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 53% | 84% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $1,151 | $1,153 | - |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2008-09 | 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $1,539 | $1,539 | $1,359 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,539 | $1,539 | $1,359 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $2,835 | $2,835 | $2,475 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $990 | $990 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Other Expenses | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,739 | $2,529 | $2,349 |
| In-State | $2,739 | $2,529 | $2,349 |
| Out of State | $4,035 | $3,825 | $3,465 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,839 | $9,629 | $9,449 |
| In-State | $9,839 | $9,629 | $9,449 |
| Out of State | $11,135 | $10,925 | $10,565 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,139 | $6,929 | $6,749 |
| In-State | $7,139 | $6,929 | $6,749 |
| Out of State | $8,435 | $8,225 | $7,865 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,408 Undergraduate: 1,408
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 415 Female: 993
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 415 Female: 993
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 477 Part-Time: 931
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 477 Part-Time: 931
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.07% |
| American Indian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Black | 548 | 39% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic | 24 | 2% |
| White | 812 | 58% |
| Unknown | 10 | 0.7% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 150 | 11% |
| Ages 18-19 | 250 | 18% |
| Ages 20-21 | 194 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 179 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 190 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 120 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 133 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 133 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 57 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Faculty Status | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Primarily Instruction | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 25 | 21 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 8 | 8 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,539 (54) | $57,391 (20) | $54,450 (34) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,442 (54) | $46,958 (20) | $44,551 (34) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 46%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 23% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 16% |
| Female | 26% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 21% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 25% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
