Gwinnett Technical College
5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043-5702 -
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School Notes Overview:
In a nutshell, Gwinnett Tech's mission is to make you successful. Formally stated, the vision of Gwinnett Technical College is to be the recognized leader in providing relevant knowledge to students, businesses and their employees for life. The mission is to anticipate and exceed the educational and workforce training needs of our community....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Gwinnett County, GA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 3,762 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 4,987 students | 1,443 students |
| Total Enrollment | 8,749 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 57% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 46% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $1,424 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 56% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $504 | $1,275 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 25% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $1,098 | $3,143 |
School Notes:
- Gwinnett Technical College was established in 1984 under the name Gwinnett Area Technical School. Originally intended to be an area magnet school with an emphasis on health and business education programs, local industry leaders identified the critical need for adding additional programs that would prepare students for the emerging high-tech workplace.
- Today, Gwinnett Technical College continues to partner with business and industry to ensure that it remains a state-of-the-art educational and training facility for Gwinnett County and the surrounding region. Students and employers alike have come to recognize that a degree from Gwinnett Tech indicates a rigorous and relevant education designed to help students excel and succeed in a dynamic marketplace
- Gwinnett Technical College is your workforce specialist providing relevant knowledge for career advancement and improved quality of life. Our programs focus on real-world education for real-world jobs and help you gain the knowledge you need to realize your dreams.
- Serving the region for over 20 years, Gwinnett Tech is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has a long history of providing quality education for citizens and the business community.
- Profile last updated: 11/19/2009.
In the News:
- Local student serves as Gwinnett Tech ambassador (Gwinnett Herald)
posted on March 12, 2010 at 10:01:11 pm
March 12, 2010 | 05:00 PM LAWRENCEVILLE – Tai Le, a radiologic technology student from Lawrenceville, is the winner of Gwinnett Technical College's 2010 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL). - Candidates for president’s job at VHCC narrowed to three (Bristol Herald Courier)
posted on March 12, 2010 at 03:36:21 am
The list of candidates for the president’s job at Virginia Highlands Community College has been narrowed to three, and all are scheduled to visit the campus in the next two weeks. - Virginia Highlands Community College Presidency (WCYB 5 Tri-Cities)
posted on March 3, 2010 at 05:58:40 pm
The Virginia Board of Community Colleges certified three finalists for the position of president at Virginia Highlands Community College. - Senior Leadership wants you in Gwinnett County (Gwinnett Herald)
posted on February 26, 2010 at 06:17:07 am
February 25, 2010 | 12:27 PM LAWRENCEVILLE – Gwinnett Senior Leadership is now accepting nominations and applications for its 2010-2011 leadership class. The nomination deadline is July 2 and the application deadline is July 30. - Gwinnett Chairman says county has a bright future (Gwinnett Herald)
posted on February 19, 2010 at 06:19:04 am
February 18, 2010 | 09:12 AM DULUTH – Gwinnett County lured two major companies to relocate within its borders during a major recession.
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- Brown Mackie College-atlanta - 212 students - 9.0 mi. away - view location
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