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Bainbridge State College

2500 E Shotwell St
Bainbridge, GA 39819

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For more than 30 years Bainbridge College has provided higher education to the residents of southwest Georgia. The College is among the fastest growing in the State of Georgia, enjoying a 52 percent increase in enrollment since Fall 2001. The College continues to expand on its commitment to effective teaching and community enhancement. It has provided leadership for community, school, and civic activities and gained a reputation for academic excellence.

School Highlights

Bainbridge State College serves 2,470 students (38% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.

Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 56%.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Enrollment: 2,470 students
In-state tuition: $3,174
Out-state tuition: $9,100
Acceptance Rate: 71%
Student:teacher ratio: 32:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Bainbridge State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 45% over five years.

Bainbridge State College

(GA) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associates Colleges

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Four or more years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

78 staff

209 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Bainbridge State College has declined by 15% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 has stayed the same over five years.

The Bainbridge State College diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Total Enrollment

2,470 students

Student : Teacher Ratio

32:1

15:1

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# Full-Time Students

929 students

# Part-Time Students

1,541 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

212 students

234 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

929 students

1,116 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

56 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

1,541 students

1,839 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

35 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

n/a

506 students

% Asian

n/a

% Hispanic

% Black

52%

33%

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% White

42%

44%

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

n/a

% Unknown races

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Diversity Score

0.55

0.68

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

29%

This chart display completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Bainbridge State College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of GA by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

3.17%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$28,000

$29,500

This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Bainbridge State College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of GA by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,174 is less than the state average of $3,753. The in-state tuition has grown by 10% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $9,100 is more than the state average of $7,419. The out-state tuition has grown by 8% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$3,174

$3,753

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$9,100

$7,419

This chart display tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Bainbridge State College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of GA by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

97%

91%

This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Bainbridge State College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in GA by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.

Median Debt for Graduates

$15,312

$12,000

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$7,161

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

71%

69%

This chart display the percent admitted of Bainbridge State College and the community college average percent admitted of GA by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.

SAT Reading (Year 2012)

477

475

SAT Math (Year 2012)

445

465

SAT Writing

n/a

465

ACT Composite (Year 2012)

ACT English (Year 2012)

ACT Math (Year 2012)

ACT Writing

n/a

Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

As one of 14 two-year colleges and 21 senior colleges and universities comprising the University System of Georgia, Bainbridge College fulfills a goal of the Board of Regents to increase the availability of higher education to citizens throughout the state. Bainbridge College takes pride in its integrated approach to education. The College offers associate of arts and applied science degrees, associate of science degrees, certificates in business and technical fields, noncredit continuing education courses, cooperative degree programs with Southwest Georgia Technical College and Albany Technical College, and off-campus offerings through Georgia Southwestern State University and Albany State University. BC's campus is located on 173 acres of land just inside the city limits on U.S. Highway 84 East. Its physical environment is one of rustic beauty, accentuated by stately pine and moss-draped oak trees. A lake adjoins the campus and further enhances the natural environment and beauty. The College is a community institution with no on-campus residence facilities. Students commute from the nearby towns of Attapulgus, Blakely, Brinson, Cairo, Camilla, Climax, Colquitt, Donalsonville, Iron City, Pelham, Thomasville, and Whigham. With the inclusion of Gadsden County to the College's service area, students from neighboring Florida communities also attend the College as in-state students. The Division of Technical Studies at Bainbridge College offers many options for career programs. These include specialized certificates, regular certificates, and applied science degrees. Additional programs are offered in conjunction with Southwest Georgia Technical College and Albany Technical College in business, health, service, and technology. The Technical Studies Division also offers several programs to area high school students including Tech Prep, Youth Apprenticeship, and PSO. Credit and noncredit course offerings are provided to local business and industry. Bainbridge College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, and Certificate degree levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bainbridge State College cost?

Bainbridge State College's tuition is approximately $3,174 for In-State students and $9,100 for Out-State students.

What is the acceptance rate of Bainbridge State College?

The acceptance rate of Bainbridge State College is 71%, which is higher than the state average of 69%.

What is Bainbridge State College's ranking?

Bainbridge State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Stats (2022-23)

Enrollment: 2,470 students
In-state tuition: $3,174
Out-state tuition: $9,100
Acceptance Rate: 71%
Student:teacher ratio: 32:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Georgia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,753 per year for in-state students and $7,419 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,341 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Georgia is 75%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Georgia community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Georgia is Gwinnett Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.