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School Highlights
Altierus Career College-Norcross serves 700 students (97% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 61%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Acceptance Rate: 44%
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Altierus Career College-Norcross ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
Altierus Career College-Norcross
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates--Public Rural-serving Medium
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
White, Maroon
Total Faculty
n/a
209 staff
Student Body
The student population of Altierus Career College-Norcross has grown by 38% over five years.
The Altierus Career College-Norcross diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
700 students
2,604 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
# Full-Time Students
682 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
18 students
1,722 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
299 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
682 students
929 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
87 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,848 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
53 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
63%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
10%
% Black
20%
35%
% White
4%
39%
% Hawaiian
8%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
73%
43%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,500
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,035
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,590
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
44%
72%
SAT Reading
n/a
465
SAT Math
n/a
450
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Haley Yegorov, Graduate of the Year 2022 -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Altierus Career College-Norcross?
The acceptance rate of Altierus Career College-Norcross is 44%, which is lower than the state average of 72%.
Who are famous alumni from Altierus Career College-Norcross?
Altierus Career College-Norcross famous alumni include: Haley Yegorov, Graduate of the Year 2022.
What is Altierus Career College-Norcross's ranking?
Altierus Career College-Norcross ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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