- 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 8,363 students (57% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is lower than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 8,363 students
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 50%
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 321 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
Middle Georgia State University
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
321 staff
88 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
11
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Middle Georgia State University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Middle Georgia State University diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,363 students
2,178 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
4,748 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
3,615 students
1,381 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
592 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,359 students
855 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
389 students
77 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,333 students
1,635 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
282 students
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
2,038 students
654 students
% Asian
3%
4%
% Hispanic
8%
11%
% Black
32%
35%
% White
50%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
22%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,700
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$21,914
$9,775
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,884
$4,490
Acceptance Rate
100%
76%
SAT Total Avg.
915
919
SAT Reading
465
467
SAT Math
450
452
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
9
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
- 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.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe - Notable Author - 2000 -
- Jane Smith - Technology Innovator - 2010 -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Middle Georgia State University?
The acceptance rate of Middle Georgia State University is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 76%.
Who are famous alumni from Middle Georgia State University?
Middle Georgia State University famous alumni include: John Doe - Notable Author - 2000 and Jane Smith - Technology Innovator - 2010.
What is Middle Georgia State University's ranking?
Middle Georgia State University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Largest student body.
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