Southern Crescent Technical College Tuition & Completion
Southern Crescent Technical College is a public community college in Griffin, Georgia, serving roughly 4,098 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $5,661 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,516. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (56.0%) and White (29.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,516
- 2024 Average Net Price: $5,661 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,098 35.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 58.28%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 49.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 10.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 9,361
- Room & Board: $17,656 annual estimate
Southern Crescent Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Southern Crescent Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Southern Crescent Technical College?
Southern Crescent Technical College is located in Griffin, GA (ZIP 30223-2042).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is Southern Crescent Technical College public or private?
Southern Crescent Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Southern Crescent Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $3,516 in-state, $6,084 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $5,661.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,265 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,034 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,589 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $9,872 |
| $110,001+ | $14,117 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $14,064.
How big is Southern Crescent Technical College?
Total enrollment: 4,098 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 9,361 students.
About 36% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Southern Crescent Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 58.28%.
First-year retention: 62.8%.
What do graduates of Southern Crescent Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $30,708 six years after entry; $36,104 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,500.
48.28% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Southern Crescent Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (1,082 completions)
- Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing (298 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (237 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (199 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (161 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (152 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (150 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (141 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (127 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (126 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Southern Crescent Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 58.28%; median earnings $36,104 at 10 years; net price $5,661. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,516
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Southern Crescent Technical College was $3,516.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$5,661
2024 Value
In 2024 Southern Crescent Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,661.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,644 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$5,661 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$14,064 4-Year In-State Tuition
$24,336 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$17,656 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,346 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,518 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$90,072 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Southern Crescent Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
48.28% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
10.35% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Southern Crescent Technical College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Southern Crescent Technical College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,593 | $8,418 | $9,577 |
| 2014 | $4,017 | $7,221 | $8,390 |
| 2015 | $4,122 | $7,326 | $8,313 |
| 2016 | $2,758 | $4,894 | $7,218 |
| 2017 | $2,840 | $4,974 | $6,781 |
| 2018 | $2,842 | $4,982 | $5,112 |
| 2019 | $3,126 | $5,526 | $5,568 |
| 2020 | $3,126 | $5,526 | $5,956 |
| 2021 | $3,126 | $5,526 | $7,412 |
| 2022 | $3,126 | $5,526 | $4,216 |
| 2023 | $3,126 | $5,526 | $4,652 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Southern Crescent Technical College reported total enrollment of about 4,098 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 31% male and 69% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (56.0%), White (29.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (8.0%). About 48.28% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
35.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Southern Crescent Technical College in 2024 is 4,098 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,361 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
62.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 56.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
37.59% 100% Completion Time
58.28% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.59% of students graduating from Southern Crescent Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 24% male / 76% female
- Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing: 11% male / 89% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 27% male / 73% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Southern Crescent Technical College.
Return on Investment
$9,500 Median Student Debt
$36,104 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.31% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1494.42% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Southern Crescent Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 76 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 1,082 completions
2. Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing: 298 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 237 completions
4. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 199 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 161 completions
6. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 152 completions
7. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 150 completions
8. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 141 completions
9. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 127 completions
Most popular programs at Southern Crescent Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Southern Crescent Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Southern Crescent Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,444
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,273
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Southern Crescent Technical College is a public institution located in Griffin, GA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 4,098 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (56.0%), White (29.8%), Hispanic or Latino (8.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 58.28%. Approximately 48.28% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Griffin, GA 30223-2042
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 76 distinct degree programs, Southern Crescent Technical College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Southern Crescent Technical College located?
Southern Crescent Technical College is located in Griffin, GA.
How much does Southern Crescent Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,516 and average net price is $5,661 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $17,656 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Southern Crescent Technical College?
Southern Crescent Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 9,361 students, Black or African American (56.0%), White (29.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Southern Crescent Technical College?
About 49.3% of students at Southern Crescent Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Southern Crescent Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $30,708 six years after entry and $36,104 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Southern Crescent Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 58.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Southern Crescent Technical College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,500.
Is Southern Crescent Technical College public or private?
Southern Crescent Technical College is a public institution located in Griffin, GA.
Is Southern Crescent Technical College an HBCU?
No. Southern Crescent Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Southern Crescent Technical College a tribal college?
No. Southern Crescent Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Southern Crescent Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Southern Crescent Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.0%).
Is Southern Crescent Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Southern Crescent Technical College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Georgia college costs
- Georgia colleges by ROI
- Georgia trade schools profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Georgia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.