- Ashworth College is a private for-profit online college based in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. The college is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Penn Foster Group, a subsidiary of Bain Capital, owns Ashworth College and its subsidiaries.
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 62%.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- 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)
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
School Motto
Empower students to achieve their goals through career-focused and flexible education.
Student Body
The student population of Altierus Career College-Norcross has grown by 26% over five years.
The Altierus Career College-Norcross diversity score of 0.55 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
700 students
1,835 students
# Full-Time Students
682 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
18 students
1,381 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
682 students
1,758 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
682 students
855 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
63%
4%
% Black
20%
35%
% White
4%
38%
% Hawaiian
8%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
73%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,500
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,035
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,590
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
44%
72%
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Knights
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- 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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