Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 012165
- Phone: (706) 385-1000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,923Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Atlanta Metropolitan College (AMSC)
507 West 10th Street, West Point, GA
Atlanta Metropolitan College, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a public four year institution founded in 1974. The school is part of the University System of Georgia, which manages public education institutions of higher learning throughout the state. Originally a community college and was originally known as Atlanta Junior College, changing its name in 1988 and becoming a state college in 2011 which allows the school to offer bachelor's degrees as part of the educational programs offered by the school.
Academics
Atlanta Metropolitan primarily offers two year degrees and certificates. Some programs are aimed at preparing students for transfer to four year institutions, allowing them to complete their first two years at low cost and enter into the subsequent school as juniors. Other programs prepare individuals for long term careers in a given industry or field, offering skill and ability training and education to prepare students for the type of tasks and work required in that field. Bachelor degree programs are applied for separately, requiring students to meet certain minimum requirements for consideration, after which the student will take on a curriculum that includes general education courses, upper and lower division courses related to one's major, and electives that round out one's education.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions to AMC is dependent on the type of program one pursues, with associate degrees and certificate programs utilizing an open enrollment policy that admits any individual who is at least eighteen years of age or having a high school diploma. Bachelor degree programs are more stringent, requiring review of applicant's transcripts, essays, and overall application to be considered for admission. Financial aid is available in the form of loans grants and scholarships, which are awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants AMSC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $20 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $2,400-$2,900
- Out-of-State: $9,100-$10,860
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $100-$120 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $380-$450 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 89% | $5,364 |
Receiving Student Loans | 23% | $3,414 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Atlanta Metropolitan College may provide student services like:
- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Atlanta Metropolitan College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Security and Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
- Digital Arts (B)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 012165
- Phone: (706) 385-1000
- School Homepage