South georgia college

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Founded in 1906, South Georgia College is recognized as the oldest publicly supported two-year college in Georgia. It has a long and distinguished history, rich in the tradition of serving the people of the southeast. SGC is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. ...

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School Overview:

  • South georgia college
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County Coffee 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 1,037 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 467 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 1,504 students 2,213 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 488 students 229 students
Tuition $802 for full-time e -
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 88% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 46% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,839 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 59% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $2,137 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 17% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $1,226 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 25% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $2,624 $3,129

School Notes:

  • The College offers Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree programs that prepare students for transfer in a multitude of baccalaureate program majors.
  • The institution also offers Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates designed to prepare individuals for careers in several areas of business, human services and technology. Through its Associate of Science in Nursing degree program the College prepares individuals to become registered nurses and thereby meet regional health care needs.
  • As a contributing member of its community, South Georgia College offers area citizens conferences, seminars, and short courses to develop specific competencies and provide information on special interest topics. The institution and its faculty and staff also work to support regional economic development efforts in cooperation with other community-minded organizations.
  • Indoor recreational and student activities facilities are centered at the Engram College Union Building and the SGC Wellness Center. The Engram College Union houses meeting rooms, a cafe, ballroom, and areas for a variety of student activities. The Wellness Center provides for such sports as volleyball, basketball, swimming, and weight lifting.
  • The South Georgia College Entry Program is a university entry program located on the campus of Valdosta State University. It allows students to complete all developmental studies and college preparatory curriculum deficiencies, plus core college courses, in order to enter the university as a sophomore. All core classes transfer to Valdosta State University.
  • South Georgia College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer associate degrees. It is also accredited by the National League for Nursing. Credits earned at the College are accepted by colleges and universities throughout the nation.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

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  • GHS-North Hall: 'There is nothing like it' (AccessNorthGA)
    posted on September 18, 2009 at 03:54:37 am
    North Hall's Jackson Griffeth, left, and Gainesville's Justin Fordham (No. 13) both agree the two teams play in one of the biggest rivalries in the state.
  • Vice presidents of merged college named (The Valdosta Daily Times)
    posted on August 19, 2009 at 08:10:10 pm
    VALDOSTA — The appointment of six vice presidents to the college formed from the merger of East Central Technical College and Valdosta Technical College was announced Wednesday by Valdosta Tech President Dr. Ray Perren.
  • Noteworthy (Savannah Morning News)
    posted on May 26, 2009 at 09:10:28 pm
    Dr. Shamaal M. Miller of Savannah received his doctor of medicine degree May 8 from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tenn. Miller will complete his residency at New York Presbyterian Weill-Cornell Medical Center in New York City, where he will specialize in anesthesiology. He is a 2000 graduate of Windsor Forest High School and is the son of Margaret Miller and Littleton ...
  • High School Blitz (The Gainesville Sun)
    posted on May 21, 2009 at 10:09:52 am
    5 Things of Note in Area High School Sports
  • Hollywood Christian softball team wins district title (Miami Herald)
    posted on April 25, 2009 at 07:09:19 am
    Cassy Famularo struck out 16 batters and drove in the game-winning run to lead Hollywood Christian to a 3-2 victory against Calvary Christian and the District 14-2A title at Westminster Academy on Friday.

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