Lanier Technical College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Lanier Technical College is a public community college in Gainesville, Georgia, serving roughly 4,613 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $7,799 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,980. Student demographics in federal data include White (53.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,980
- 2024 Average Net Price: $7,799 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,613 31.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.97%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 51.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 10.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 9,128
- Room & Board: $11,619 annual estimate
Lanier Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Lanier Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lanier Technical College?
Lanier Technical College is located in Gainesville, GA (ZIP 30507).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Lanier Technical College public or private?
Lanier Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Lanier Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $3,980 in-state, $7,190 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $7,799.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,307 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,870 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $9,371 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,844 |
| $110,001+ | $14,862 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $15,920.
How big is Lanier Technical College?
Total enrollment: 4,613 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 9,128 students.
About 31% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lanier Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 33.97%.
First-year retention: 57.9%.
What do graduates of Lanier Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $34,471 six years after entry; $37,623 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
29.41% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lanier Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (211 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (161 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (160 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (149 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (127 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (119 completions)
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician (80 completions)
- Medical/Clinical Assistant (67 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (65 completions)
- High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic (58 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lanier Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 33.97%; median earnings $37,623 at 10 years; net price $7,799. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,980
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lanier Technical College was $3,980.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$7,799
2024 Value
In 2024 Lanier Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $7,799.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$31,196 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$7,799 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$15,920 4-Year In-State Tuition
$28,760 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,619 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$904 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$16,503 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$66,012 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Lanier Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.41% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lanier Technical College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
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 Lanier 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 | $3,022 | $5,572 | $5,139 |
| 2014 | $3,164 | $5,834 | $6,297 |
| 2015 | $3,164 | $5,834 | $4,850 |
| 2016 | $3,169 | $5,839 | $4,695 |
| 2017 | $3,282 | $5,952 | $2,930 |
| 2018 | $3,336 | $6,006 | $3,333 |
| 2019 | $3,666 | $6,666 | $1,768 |
| 2020 | $3,666 | $6,666 | $6,089 |
| 2021 | $3,666 | $6,666 | $6,628 |
| 2022 | $3,666 | $6,666 | $6,257 |
| 2023 | $3,716 | $6,716 | $5,613 |
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
Lanier Technical College reported total enrollment of about 4,613 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (53.8%), Hispanic or Latino (30.3%), and Black or African American (8.5%). About 29.41% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 51.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
31.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lanier Technical College in 2024 is 4,613 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,128 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
57.9%
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 White at 53.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
17.66% 100% Completion Time
33.97% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 17.66% of students graduating from Lanier Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 28% male / 72% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 9% male / 91% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 89% male / 11% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lanier Technical College.
Return on Investment
$37,623 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
1106.02% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Lanier Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 71 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 211 completions
2. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 161 completions
3. Welding Technology/Welder: 160 completions
4. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 149 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 127 completions
6. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 119 completions
7. Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician: 80 completions
8. Medical/Clinical Assistant: 67 completions
9. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 65 completions
Most popular programs at Lanier Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lanier Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Lanier Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,880
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,605
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Lanier Technical College is a public institution located in Gainesville, 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 Business Administration and Management, General, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Welding Technology/Welder. Enrollment is approximately 4,613 students. Student body composition includes White (53.8%), Hispanic or Latino (30.3%), Black or African American (8.5%). The 150%-time completion rate is 33.97%. Approximately 29.41% of students receive Pell Grants. About 51.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Gainesville, GA 30507
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.97% graduation rate at Lanier Technical College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 71 distinct degree programs, Lanier 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 Lanier Technical College located?
Lanier Technical College is located in Gainesville, GA.
How much does Lanier Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,980 and average net price is $7,799 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,619 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Lanier Technical College?
Lanier Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 9,128 students, White (53.8%), Hispanic or Latino (30.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Lanier Technical College?
About 51.5% of students at Lanier Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Lanier Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $34,471 six years after entry and $37,623 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lanier Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 34.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Lanier Technical College public or private?
Lanier Technical College is a public institution located in Gainesville, GA.
Is Lanier Technical College an HBCU?
No. Lanier Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lanier Technical College a tribal college?
No. Lanier Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Lanier Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Lanier Technical College reports 30.3% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Lanier Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Lanier 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
- Gainesville, Georgia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- 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.