- Macon State College is strongly committed to quality education and student success through excellence and innovation in teaching. A highly flexible and dynamic institution, it actively recruits faculty, staff and administrators with the experience and talent to sustain a supportive and productive learning environment for a diverse student population. Scholarly pursuits are encouraged with emphasis on applied research related to regional issues, the college’s core disciplines and institutional effectiveness. Student life is enriched through cultural, social and recreational programs, as well as opportunities for leadership in student government and participation in extracurricular organizations. The special needs of a commuting population are recognized in the design and delivery of counseling, testing, career planning and placement services.
School Highlights
Middle Georgia State University serves 7,843 students (58% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 90%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,843 students
- Acceptance Rate: 99%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Middle Georgia State University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 753 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Middle Georgia State University
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
753 staff
209 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Middle Georgia State University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Middle Georgia State University diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,843 students
2,146 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
4,542 students
763 students
# Part-Time Students
3,301 students
1,383 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
630 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,347 students
791 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
195 students
83 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,110 students
1,417 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
191 students
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
2,038 students
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
3%
% Asian
35%
30%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
6%
13%
% White
4%
10%
% Hawaiian
51%
35%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4318%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2195%
0.2195%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,700
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$21,914
$9,775
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,884
$4,490
Acceptance Rate
99%
75%
SAT Total Avg.
915
915
SAT Reading
465
465
SAT Math
450
450
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Total Avg.
54
54
ACT Composite
18
18
ACT English
18
18
ACT Math
18
18
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Macon State College, founded in 1968, has grown from a small junior college of 1,100 students to the largest undergraduate college in Central Georgia. With beautiful facilities in Macon and Warner Robins, the College is focused on providing professionally oriented programs to address the workforce needs of Georgia. Our baccalaureate degree programs are market-driven disciplines essential to the economic vitality of Central Georgia. The College continues to prepare students to compete in a technologically advanced global economy while developing important life skills and a firm foundation in the liberal arts. As a complement to its baccalaureate mission, Macon State offers a variety of associate of arts and associate of science degrees, transfer programs and career certificate programs. The 167-acre Macon Campus, located in western Bibb County near the intersection of U.S. 80 and Interstate 475, has 13 major structures committed to academic and student support, including a newly renovated Library; an Arts Complex housing theatre, music and art; and a new Student Life Center, which contains essential student services and the College's Division of Business Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Middle Georgia State University?
The acceptance rate of Middle Georgia State University is 99%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is Middle Georgia State University's ranking?
Middle Georgia State University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Largest student body.
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