- Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its six locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, Dallas, and Douglasville. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor`s degree options both in the classroom and online. GHC is proud to support the local economy with a regional economic impact of nearly $150 million.
School Highlights
Georgia Highlands College serves 5,680 students (40% 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 5,680 students
- In-state tuition: $2,595
- Out-state tuition: $8,521
- Acceptance Rate: 94%
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 31%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Georgia Highlands College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 405 teachers has grown by 143% over five years.
Georgia Highlands College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 years but < 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
405 staff
209 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Georgia Highlands College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Georgia Highlands College diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has declined by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,680 students
2,400 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
2,258 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
3,422 students
1,518 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
440 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,258 students
940 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
71 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,422 students
1,740 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
14%
8%
% Black
12%
31%
% White
69%
47%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.67
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
8%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
6.79%
3.17%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,595 is less than the state average of $3,488. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,521 is more than the state average of $7,256. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,595
$3,488
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,521
$7,256
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,104
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
94%
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Softball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Georgia Highlands College cost?
Georgia Highlands College's tuition is approximately $2,595 for In-State students and $8,521 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Georgia Highlands College?
The acceptance rate of Georgia Highlands College is 94%, which is higher than the state average of 79%.
What sports does Georgia Highlands College offer?
Georgia Highlands College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Softball.
What is Georgia Highlands College's ranking?
Georgia Highlands College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Largest student body and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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