Central Georgia Technical College

80 Cohen Walker Drive
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) is a member of Georgia's system of technical colleges and an institution of higher education that supports the educational, economic, and community development of its seven-county service area. CGTC accomplishes its mission by providing quality academic and technical education, customized business and industry training, continuing education, and adult education services that are responsive to the workforce needs of citizens, businesses, and industries.

School Highlights

Central Georgia Technical College serves 9,614 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is same as the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 90%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 9,614 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,568
  • Out-state tuition: $4,608
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Central Georgia Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 690 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Central Georgia Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
690 staff
209 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Central Georgia Technical College has grown by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Central Georgia Technical College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,614 students
2,146 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,772 students
763 students
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# Part-Time Students
7,842 students
1,383 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Central Georgia Technical College.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
557 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,772 students
791 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
83 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,842 students
1,417 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
49%
30%
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% Hispanic
n/a
1%
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% Black
5%
13%
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% White
2%
10%
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% Hawaiian
42%
35%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
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Diversity Score
0.58
0.76
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3657%
0.4318%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2195%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,200
$29,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,568 is less than the state average of $3,120. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,608 is less than the state average of $6,995. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,568
$3,120
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,608
$6,995
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
93%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Central Georgia Technical College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Georgia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2013)
$3,455
$9,775
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2013)
$2,180
$4,490
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
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

  • The Macon campus of Central Georgia Technical College is located off of Eisenhower Parkway across from the Macon Mall. The first students of the Macon-Area Vocational Technical School were accepted in 1966; at the time, the Vocational-Technical School operated under the governance of the Bibb County Board of Education. By 1973, student growth, industrial growth, and community demand led to the need for a new and larger campus. This new facility, located at 3300 Macon Tech Drive, was completed and occupied in 1978. In 1987 the name was changed to Macon Technical Institute (MTI). Whether you are just beginning your academic career or returning to college to update your skills, there has never been a better time to enter CGTC's training programs. We now offer more than 224 programs of study including 35 associate degrees, 45 diplomas, and 144 technical certificates. Hands-on instruction laboratory settings ensure that you will be well prepared to make the transition into your chosen career. Central Georgia Technical College responds to changing educational and training needs by adapting coursework to meet the needs of central Georgia's changing work environment. Last year, over 9,000 students in credit classes and 10,000 continuing education students utilized our programs. Our growing on-line class offerings provide the opportunity for students to complete programs of study at a time and place that is most convenient to them. Central Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, to award Associate degrees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Central Georgia Technical College cost?
Central Georgia Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,568 for In-State students and $4,608 for Out-State students.
What is Central Georgia Technical College's ranking?
Central Georgia Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 9,614 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,568
  • Out-state tuition: $4,608
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Georgia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,120 per year for in-state students and $6,995 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,267 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Georgia is 76%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Georgia community colleges have a diversity score of 0.76, which is higher than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Georgia is Sanford-Brown College-Atlanta. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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