Atlanta Technical College
- Atlanta Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, located in the city of Atlanta, is an accredited institution of higher education that provides affordable lifelong learning opportunities, associate degrees, diplomas, technical certificates of credit, customized business and industry training, continuing education and other learning services using state-of-the-art technology. The integration of academics and applied career preparation to enhance student learning is essential in meeting the workforce demands and economic development needs of the people, businesses, and communities of Fulton and Clayton Counties. The strength of Atlanta rests in its citizens whose skills, values, and ethics make them a productive and competitive force. The men and women of Atlanta should be productive workers if the city and its environs are to attract new business and industry and strengthen existing companies that have enabled Atlanta to become the commercial hub of the entire Southeast. Atlanta Technical College believes that the positive results of a literate and technically competent citizenry will accelerate Atlanta's continued appeal to existing, expanding, new, and emerging businesses and industries and will in turn contribute to the economic and social growth of individuals living and working in and around Atlanta.
School Highlights
Atlanta Technical College serves 3,030 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 3,030 students
- In-state tuition: $2,740
- Out-state tuition: $4,876
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Atlanta Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 321 teachers has grown by 86% over five years.
Atlanta Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 years but < 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
321 staff
209 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Atlanta Technical College has declined by 26% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Atlanta Technical College diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,030 students
2,328 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
818 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
2,212 students
1,518 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
295 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
818 students
940 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
71 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,212 students
1,740 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
8%
% Black
86%
31%
% White
3%
47%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.67
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
2.67%
1.99%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
3.17%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,200
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,740 is less than the state average of $3,488. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,876 is less than the state average of $7,256. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,740
$3,488
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,876
$7,256
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,908
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,549
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
79%
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Atlanta Technical College cost?
Atlanta Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,740 for In-State students and $4,876 for Out-State students.
What schools are Atlanta Technical College often compared to?
Atlanta Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Atlanta Metropolitan State College by visitors of our site.
What is Atlanta Technical College's ranking?
Atlanta Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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