Darton State College
Tel:
(229) 317-6000
- Darton College is a comprehensive community-oriented institution within the University System of Georgia. Its principle mission is to provide educational programs, services, and opportunities to eligible citizens of southwest Georgia.
School Highlights
Darton State College serves 5,623 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is lower than the state community college average of 30:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 58%.
Top Placements
Darton State College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Georgia for:
- Category Attribute
- Community Size Largest student body
School Overview
The teacher population of 199 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Darton State College | (GA) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | At least 2 years but < 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 199 staff | 94 staff |
Source: 2019 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Darton College in Albany, Georgia, is a two-year college of the University System of Georgia offering Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees, and one-year certificate programs. The modern classrooms and labs, as well as the beautifully landscaped 180-acre campus, offer students a perfect college setting. The arts - music, theater, photography, and literature are alive and well at Darton. Intercollegiate athletic programs are offered in men's and women's soccer and swimming: women's basketball and softball; and men's baseball and golf. Intramural activities and clubs for almost every interest are also available. Darton College's faculty and staff take pride in Darton's record of academic excellence and the philosophy of a student-centered education. The college offers 73 two-year transfer and career associate degrees. In addition, Darton offers distance learning courses through local Channel 19 telecasts, web-based instruction, GSAMS video-conferencing, and at selected regional sites off the main campus. Darton College has a strong presence in state distance learning initiatives, and its core curriculum courses in many programs of study are available through distance learning options. Darton College currently offers 16 complete degrees. We are a leader in providing distance learning options to advance your career. Our fully accredited online degree programs are designed for your success. Our online Associate of Science degrees are delivered on the Internet with WebCT. You'll attend class online, with convenience and flexibility that works around your hectic work and family schedule. Darton College provides online learners with free technical support, advising, and student services. Get started on your degree today and get on the path to better opportunities.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Darton State College is Albany Technical College (2.9 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Albany Technical CollegePublic3,181 students | 2.90 Mi1704 South Slappey Boulevard
Albany, GA 31701
(229) 430-3500 2.903,181 - Andrew CollegePrivate not-for-profit293 students | 36.60 Mi501College St
Cuthbert, GA 39840
(229) 732-2171 36.60293 - 2,071 students | 36.80 Mi800 Veterans Parkway North
Moultrie, GA 31788
(229) 891-7000 36.802,071 - 2,083 students | 37.10 Mi900 South GA Tech Parkway
Americus, GA 31709
(229) 931-2394 37.102,083 - 4,291 students | 41.20 Mi2802 Moore Hwy
Tifton, GA 31793
(229) 391-5001 41.204,291
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