South Georgia Technical College

  • South Georgia Technical College is a residential college offering the latest in technical education and an exciting campus life for every student. Students can choose to attend college at one of two campuses, the main campus in Americus or the Crisp County Center located in Cordele. A low student-teacher ratio allows SGTC to offer a great technical education through top-notch hands-on training. But don’t let that fool you. SGTC also offers the atmosphere you've come to expect at a two-year college. The campus is filled with fun and excitement including JETS Basketball, student clubs and organizations, and even a brand new student center, complete with ping-pong, foosball, and pool tables. Dorm students as well as commuting students also have the opportunity to take advantage of meal plans offered by the on-campus dining hall. While providing students a great college atmosphere is important at SGTC, even more important is our emphasis on quality technical education. It is the mission of SGTC to provide quality student services, educational facilities and equipment, a competent and qualified faculty and staff, and to promote life-long learning through educational contributions to the communities served. By fulfilling this mission, SGTC is serving a vital need in the six county service delivery area. SGTC serves Crisp, Macon, Marion, Schley, Sumter, and Webster counties. Within the borders of the service delivery area, partnerships are formed with existing business and industries to create even more opportunity for community development through jobs and also to create viable opportunities for our students. Not only is SGTC involved with existing business and industry, but also, the College works with local community and economic development initiatives to create jobs and help the local communities prosper.

School Highlights

South Georgia Technical College serves 1,795 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is lower than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 62%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 1,795 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,724
  • Out-state tuition: $4,860
  • Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
  • Minority enrollment: 63%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
South Georgia Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
77 staff
88 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of South Georgia Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The South Georgia Technical College diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,795 students
1,835 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
795 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
1,000 students
1,381 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,795 students
1,758 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
795 students
855 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,000 students
1,678 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
248 students
654 students
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
6%
11%
% Black
52%
35%
% White
37%
38%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
57%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,800
$29,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,724 is less than the state average of $3,346. The in-state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,860 is less than the state average of $6,958. The out-state tuition has declined by 27% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,724
$3,346
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,860
$6,958
Tuition Notes
$3,000 per bed per term for Semi-Private and $4,300 for Private
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
91%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Tomekia Reed - Head Coach at UNC Charlotte and former assistant coach at SGTC. -

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does South Georgia Technical College cost?
South Georgia Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,724 for In-State students and $4,860 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from South Georgia Technical College?
South Georgia Technical College famous alumni include: Tomekia Reed - Head Coach at UNC Charlotte and former assistant coach at SGTC..

Recent Articles

Workforce Pell Is Coming: Should You Wait to Enroll?
Workforce Pell Is Coming: Should You Wait to Enroll?
Workforce Pell Grants launch in July 2026. Learn who benefits, which programs qualify, and whether delaying enrollment makes financial sense.
The “Total Commute Cost” Test for Choosing a Community College
The “Total Commute Cost” Test for Choosing a Community College
Tuition is only part of the equation. Learn how to calculate the total commute cost when comparing community colleges and making enrollment decisions.
How to Tell Whether a Short-Term Certificate Is Worth Federal Aid
How to Tell Whether a Short-Term Certificate Is Worth Federal Aid
Not all short-term certificates offer the same value. Learn how to evaluate career outcomes, ROI, and employer demand before using federal aid.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 1,795 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,724
  • Out-state tuition: $4,860
  • Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
  • Minority enrollment: 63%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Related School Videos

Did You Know?

For Georgia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,346 per year for in-state students and $6,958 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,229 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Georgia is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Quick Links