- The mission of the college is to provide a supportive and enriching environment in which to prepare students to continue their education in baccalaureate, post-baccalaureate and professional degree programs. Through a diverse faculty and staff, modern technology and a well-balanced variety of campus activities, Gordon students have the tools and experiences they need to succeed in higher education and beyond.
School Highlights
Gordon State College serves 3,179 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is same as the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 3,179 students
- In-state tuition: $3,510
- Out-state tuition: $9,937
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
- Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 63% over five years.
Gordon State College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Colors
blue, green, and gold
Total Faculty
109 staff
88 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
11
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Gordon State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Gordon State College diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,179 students
2,178 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
1,694 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
1,485 students
1,381 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
239 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,694 students
855 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
77 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,485 students
1,635 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
994 students
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
6%
11%
% Black
38%
35%
% White
51%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2007)
11%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
23%
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,510 is more than the state average of $3,059. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,937 is more than the state average of $6,774. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,510
$3,059
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,937
$6,774
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,450
$12,069
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,827
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
86%
76%
SAT Total Avg.
867
919
SAT Reading
437
467
SAT Math
430
452
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Total Avg.
53
54
ACT Composite
18
18
ACT English
17
18
ACT Math
18
18
ACT Writing
n/a
9
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Highlander
- Located in the small, rural town of Barnesville, in middle Georgia, Gordon College is a two-year, residential college offering its students more than 60 programs of study. Founded in 1852, Gordon College joined the University System of Georgia in 1972 as an associate level institution with a distinctive legacy of excellence in scholarship and service. With an enrollment of more than 3,400 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of less than 25:1, Gordon offers an intimate academic setting where its students can receive the individualized attention that only a small college can provide. The College offers 70 associate of arts, associate of science, associate of science in nursing and associate of applied science degrees. A cooperative bachelor of science in nursing is offered with the Medical College of Georgia. Gordon College enrolls aprox. 3,400 students, about 600 of whom live in residence halls. Extracurricular activities include music and theatre productions, student art shows, movies, dances, clubs and intramural sports. Gordon competes in men's intercollegiate baseball, women's fast-pitch softball, men's and women's soccer, and men's and women's tennis. Gordon College distinguishes itself by offering strong programs in general education, the fine arts, and health care education. Gordon is divided among four academic divisions -- (1) the Division of Business and Social Science, (2) the Division of Humanities, (3) the Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, and (4) the Division of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gordon State College cost?
Gordon State College's tuition is approximately $3,510 for In-State students and $9,937 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Gordon State College?
The acceptance rate of Gordon State College is 86%, which is higher than the state average of 76%.
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