- Southwest Georgia Technical College is a public two-year technical college with the mission to provide high quality educational courses, services, and training programs through both distance and traditional delivery methods. These programs, courses, and services are provided to develop individual skills and abilities, to provide for intellectual and career development, and to meet the needs of business and industry. Achievement of this mission promotes economic growth and development and improves the quality of life for individuals and the community.
School Highlights
Southern Regional Technical College serves 5,381 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 5,381 students
- In-state tuition: $2,602
- Out-state tuition: $4,738
- Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
- Minority enrollment: 53%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southern Regional Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 175 teachers has declined by 56% over five years.
Southern Regional 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
Year Founded
1-Apr-47
Total Faculty
175 staff
88 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southern Regional Technical College has grown by 29% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Southern Regional Technical College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,381 students
1,835 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
1,333 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
4,048 students
1,381 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
5,381 students
1,758 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,333 students
855 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,048 students
1,678 students
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
11%
11%
% Black
38%
35%
% White
47%
38%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,500
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,602 is less than the state average of $3,346. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,738 is less than the state average of $6,958. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,602
$3,346
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,738
$6,958
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
91%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Southwest Georgia Technical College is a public two-year technical college with the mission to provide high quality educational courses, services, and training programs through both distance and traditional delivery methods. These programs, courses, and services are provided to develop individual skills and abilities, to provide for intellectual and career development, and to meet the needs of business and industry. Achievement of this mission promotes economic growth and development and improves the quality of life for individuals and the community. Education at Southwest Georgia Technical College moves with the speed of life, and we understand that life can sometimes change suddenly. Our Adult Education Program is designed for those individuals who need assistance with basic academic skills. Flexible programs with non-traditional classroom hours are offered so that we can meet the needs of most anyone's schedule. Our services include instruction in basic skills, GED preparation and testing, COMPASS test preparation, health literacy, and the English as a Second Language program. Classes are available at no charge to adults and are conveniently held in Thomas, Grady and Mitchell Counties. The Library/Media Services Center is located in the Sewell Building. The Center's collection of books, media, and journals supports the curriculum, as well as leisure reading interests. The strength of the collection lies in the medical, business, and technical areas. Computers are available and include general applications, Internet access, reference, an online catalog, and tutorials. Southwest Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Technical Certificates of Credit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southern Regional Technical College cost?
Southern Regional Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,602 for In-State students and $4,738 for Out-State students.
What is Southern Regional Technical College's ranking?
Southern Regional Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Southern Regional Technical College is Moultrie Technical College (25.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Moultrie Technical College
Public
800 Veterans Parkway North
Moultrie, GA 31788
(229) 891-7000
Moultrie, GA 31788
(229) 891-7000
25.8 miles
Enrollment: 2,071 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 In-state tuition: $2,602 Out-state tuition: $4,738 Minority enrollment: 42%
Bainbridge State College
Public
2500 E Shotwell St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(866) 825-1715
Bainbridge, GA 39819
(866) 825-1715
34.2 miles
Enrollment: 2,470 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 In-state tuition: $3,174 Out-state tuition: $9,100 Minority enrollment: 58%
4089 Val Tech Rd
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-2100
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-2100
35.0 miles
Enrollment: 4,466 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 In-state tuition: $2,634 Out-state tuition: $4,770 Minority enrollment: 58%
444 Appleyard Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32304
(850) 201-6200
Tallahassee, FL 32304
(850) 201-6200
37.2 miles
Enrollment: 12,455 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Acceptance rate: 100% Minority enrollment: 61%
4201 North Forrest Street
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 269-4848
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 269-4848
40.6 miles
Enrollment: 1,328 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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