- The mission of Georgia Military College is to produce educated, contributing citizens by providing its high school and middle school students an inclusive college preparatory curriculum and its college students a liberal arts based two-year undergraduate curriculum in an environment conducive to the holistic development of the intellect and character of its students.
School Highlights
Georgia Military College serves 6,575 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is lower than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 6,575 students
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Georgia Military College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 246 teachers has declined by 67% over five years.
Georgia Military College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
246 staff
88 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
11
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Georgia Military College has declined by 12% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Georgia Military College diversity score of 0.67 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,575 students
2,178 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
2,419 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
4,156 students
1,381 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
618 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,419 students
855 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
77 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,156 students
1,635 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
270 students
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
4%
% Hispanic
9%
11%
% Black
41%
35%
% White
38%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
7%
7%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
31%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
28%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,400
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,499
$9,775
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,490
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
SAT Reading
n/a
467
SAT Math
n/a
452
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
ACT Writing
n/a
9
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Georgia Military College is a co-educational, accredited, liberal arts, junior college that opens its doors to qualified and highly motivated high school graduates who are determined to earn a college degree. Georgia Military College was created by act of the Georgia legislature in 1879 for the purpose of "...educating young men and women in an environment which fosters the qualities of good citizenship...." It continues to fulfill its original purpose by embracing the philosophy that education is two dimensional, involving development of the intellect along with elevating the qualities of character of the student. With five centers and two extension offices located around the state, Georgia Military College offers more than just a great education, we offer convenience as well. Georgia Military College brings to traditional and non-traditional students a great two year education at the following sites: Atlanta , Augusta, Columbus, Madison, Valdosta, Warner Robins. The extension centers are situated at Madison and Sandersville. Georgia Military College is accredited by The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), the recognized regional accrediting body in the eleven U.S. Southern states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia) and in Latin America for those institutions of higher education that award associate, baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degrees.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell - Honored as One of Georgia Trend’s Most Influential Leaders -
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Georgia Military College?
Georgia Military College famous alumni include: Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell - Honored as One of Georgia Trend’s Most Influential Leaders.
What is Georgia Military College's ranking?
Georgia Military College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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