Augusta Technical College
- The mission of Augusta Technical College is to promote the educational, economic, and community development of the Central Savannah River Area.
School Highlights
Augusta Technical College serves 3,863 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 3,863 students
- In-state tuition: $2,614
- Out-state tuition: $4,750
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 55%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Augusta Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 308 teachers has grown by 68% over five years.
Augusta Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
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
308 staff
209 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Augusta Technical College has declined by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Augusta Technical College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,863 students
2,328 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,380 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
2,483 students
1,518 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
317 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,380 students
940 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
71 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,483 students
1,740 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
8%
% Black
43%
31%
% White
45%
47%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.67
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
2.77%
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)
$27,000
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,614 is less than the state average of $3,488. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,750 is less than the state average of $7,256. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,614
$3,488
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,750
$7,256
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,891
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$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 Notes
- The mission of Augusta Technical College is to promote the educational, economic, and community development of the Central Savannah River Area. Augusta Technical College operates under the supervision of the State Board of Technical and Adult Education, serving the needs of business, industry, and the public in a five-county area in east central Georgia. Augusta Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Technology Degrees, Diplomas, and Technical Certificates of Credit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Augusta Technical College cost?
Augusta Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,614 for In-State students and $4,750 for Out-State students.
What is Augusta Technical College's ranking?
Augusta Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.
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