Athens Technical College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Athens Technical College is a public community college in Athens, Georgia, serving roughly 3,318 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,949 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,390. Student demographics in federal data include White (56.9%) and Black or African American (18.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,390
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,949 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,318 23.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.56%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 49.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 15.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,014
- Room & Board: $12,613 annual estimate
Athens Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Athens Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Athens Technical College?
Athens Technical College is located in Athens, GA (ZIP 30601).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Athens Technical College public or private?
Athens Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Athens Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $3,390 in-state, $5,958 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,949.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,205 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,791 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,345 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,619 |
| $110,001+ | $11,791 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $13,560.
How big is Athens Technical College?
Total enrollment: 3,318 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,014 students.
About 23% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Athens Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 50.56%.
First-year retention: 73.0%.
What do graduates of Athens Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $31,758 six years after entry; $35,951 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
36.41% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Athens Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (642 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (164 completions)
- Science Technologies/Technicians, Other (151 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (110 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (94 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (76 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (71 completions)
- Electrician (59 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (52 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (45 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Athens Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 50.56%; median earnings $35,951 at 10 years; net price $6,949. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,390
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Athens Technical College was $3,390.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,949
2024 Value
In 2024 Athens Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,949.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,796 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,949 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$13,560 4-Year In-State Tuition
$23,832 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,613 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$900 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$16,903 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$67,612 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Athens Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.41% 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 Athens 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 Athens 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 | $2,526 | $4,566 | $5,728 |
| 2014 | $2,684 | $4,820 | $6,282 |
| 2015 | $2,684 | $4,820 | $5,958 |
| 2016 | $2,794 | $4,930 | $5,177 |
| 2017 | $2,794 | $4,930 | $5,380 |
| 2018 | $2,798 | $4,934 | $3,442 |
| 2019 | $2,794 | $4,922 | $4,937 |
| 2020 | $3,062 | $5,462 | $4,759 |
| 2021 | $3,062 | $5,462 | $5,579 |
| 2022 | $3,062 | $5,462 | $6,975 |
| 2023 | $3,172 | $5,572 | $5,876 |
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
Athens Technical College reported total enrollment of about 3,318 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 35% male and 65% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (56.9%), Black or African American (18.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (17.1%). About 36.41% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
23.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Athens Technical College in 2024 is 3,318 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,014 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.0%
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 56.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.33% 100% Completion Time
50.56% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.33% of students graduating from Athens 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: 30% male / 70% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 92% male / 8% female
- Science Technologies/Technicians, Other: 25% male / 75% 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 Athens Technical College.
Return on Investment
$35,951 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
1193.39% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Athens Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 73 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 642 completions
2. Welding Technology/Welder: 164 completions
3. Science Technologies/Technicians, Other: 151 completions
4. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 110 completions
5. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 94 completions
6. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 76 completions
7. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 71 completions
8. Electrician: 59 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 52 completions
Most popular programs at Athens Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Athens Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Athens Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,854
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,651
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Athens Technical College is a public institution located in Athens, 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, Welding Technology/Welder, Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. Enrollment is approximately 3,318 students. Student body composition includes White (56.9%), Black or African American (18.3%), Hispanic or Latino (17.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 50.56%. Approximately 36.41% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Athens, GA 30601
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 73 distinct degree programs, Athens 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 Athens Technical College located?
Athens Technical College is located in Athens, GA.
How much does Athens Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,390 and average net price is $6,949 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,613 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Athens Technical College?
Athens Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,014 students, White (56.9%), Black or African American (18.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Athens Technical College?
About 49.1% of students at Athens Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Athens Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $31,758 six years after entry and $35,951 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Athens Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 50.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Athens Technical College public or private?
Athens Technical College is a public institution located in Athens, GA.
Is Athens Technical College an HBCU?
No. Athens Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Athens Technical College a tribal college?
No. Athens Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Athens Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Athens Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 17.1%).
Is Athens Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Athens 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
- Athens, 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.