South Georgia State College
Tel:
(912) 260-4200
- Founded in 1906, South Georgia College is recognized as the oldest publicly supported two-year college in Georgia. It has a long and distinguished history, rich in the tradition of serving the people of the southeast. SGC is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
School Highlights
South Georgia State College serves 2,346 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 56%.
School Overview
The teacher population of 222 teachers has grown by 164% over five years.
| South Georgia State College | (GA) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's | Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 222 staff | 209 staff |
| School Calendar | Link to School Calendar | |
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- The College offers Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree programs that prepare students for transfer in a multitude of baccalaureate program majors.The institution also offers Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates designed to prepare individuals for careers in several areas of business, human services and technology. Through its Associate of Science in Nursing degree program the College prepares individuals to become registered nurses and thereby meet regional health care needs.As a contributing member of its community, South Georgia College offers area citizens conferences, seminars, and short courses to develop specific competencies and provide information on special interest topics. The institution and its faculty and staff also work to support regional economic development efforts in cooperation with other community-minded organizations.Indoor recreational and student activities facilities are centered at the Engram College Union Building and the SGC Wellness Center. The Engram College Union houses meeting rooms, a cafe, ballroom, and areas for a variety of student activities. The Wellness Center provides for such sports as volleyball, basketball, swimming, and weight lifting.The South Georgia College Entry Program is a university entry program located on the campus of Valdosta State University. It allows students to complete all developmental studies and college preparatory curriculum deficiencies, plus core college courses, in order to enter the university as a sophomore. All core classes transfer to Valdosta State University.South Georgia College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer associate degrees. It is also accredited by the National League for Nursing. Credits earned at the College are accepted by colleges and universities throughout the nation.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to South Georgia State College is Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (26.7 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- 1,722 students | 26.70 Mi667 Perry House Rd
Fitzgerald, GA 31750
(229) 468-2000 26.701,722 - 833 students | 33.70 Mi2001 S Georgia Pky
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 449-7600 33.70833 - 4,498 students | 33.80 Mi1701 Carswell Ave
Waycross, GA 31503
(912) 287-5818 33.804,498 - 3,927 students | 39.40 Mi2802 Moore Hwy
Tifton, GA 31793
(229) 391-5001 39.403,927 - 1,328 students | 48.30 Mi4201 North Forrest Street
Valdosta, GA 31605
48.301,328
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