South Georgia Technical College Tuition & Completion (2026)
South Georgia Technical College is a public community college in Americus, Georgia, enrolling about 1,407 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $1,164 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,992. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (54.1%) and White (34.5%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,992
- 2024 Average Net Price: $1,164 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,407 55.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 61.17%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 47.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 114.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 61.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,648
- Room & Board: $6,100 annual estimate
South Georgia Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about South Georgia Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is South Georgia Technical College?
South Georgia Technical College is located in Americus, GA (ZIP 31709).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is South Georgia Technical College public or private?
South Georgia Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does South Georgia Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $3,992 in-state, $7,202 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $1,164.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $388 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $780 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $4,620 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $3,464 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $15,968.
How big is South Georgia Technical College?
Total enrollment: 1,407 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,648 students.
About 55% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at South Georgia Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 61.17%.
First-year retention: 77.1%.
What do graduates of South Georgia Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $28,744 six years after entry; $30,364 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
51.01% of students receive Pell grants.
What is South Georgia Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (189 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (130 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (113 completions)
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician (91 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (57 completions)
- Lineworker (54 completions)
- Electrician (48 completions)
- Barbering/Barber (44 completions)
- Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry (41 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (40 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is South Georgia Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 61.17%; median earnings $30,364 at 10 years; net price $1,164. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,992
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at South Georgia Technical College was $3,992.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$1,164
2024 Value
In 2024 South Georgia Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $1,164.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$4,656 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$1,164 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$15,968 4-Year In-State Tuition
$28,808 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$6,100 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$10,592 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$42,368 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for South Georgia Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
51.01% 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 South Georgia 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 South Georgia 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 | $2,628 | $4,668 | $2,965 |
| 2014 | $2,724 | $4,860 | $2,887 |
| 2015 | $2,724 | $4,860 | $5,704 |
| 2016 | $2,744 | $4,880 | $4,538 |
| 2017 | $2,794 | $4,930 | $4,485 |
| 2018 | $2,798 | $4,934 | $2,564 |
| 2019 | $3,662 | $6,662 | $-947 |
| 2020 | $3,662 | $6,662 | $763 |
| 2021 | $3,692 | $6,692 | $82 |
| 2022 | $3,692 | $6,692 | $478 |
| 2023 | $3,782 | $6,782 | $1,026 |
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
South Georgia Technical College reported total enrollment of about 1,407 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 51% male and 49% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (54.1%), White (34.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.8%). About 51.01% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
55.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at South Georgia Technical College in 2024 is 1,407 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,648 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.1%
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 54.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
46.60% 100% Completion Time
61.17% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 46.60% of students graduating from South Georgia Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 94% male / 6% female
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 88% male / 12% 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 South Georgia Technical College.
Return on Investment
$30,364 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
6421.48% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for South Georgia Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 62 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 189 completions
2. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 130 completions
3. Welding Technology/Welder: 113 completions
4. Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician: 91 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 57 completions
6. Lineworker: 54 completions
7. Electrician: 48 completions
8. Barbering/Barber: 44 completions
9. Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry: 41 completions
Most popular programs at South Georgia Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for South Georgia Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for South Georgia Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 61.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,231
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,574
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
South Georgia Technical College is a public institution located in Americus, 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 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Welding Technology/Welder. Enrollment is approximately 1,407 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (54.1%), White (34.5%), Hispanic or Latino (5.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 61.17%. Approximately 51.01% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Americus, GA 31709
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 62 distinct degree programs, South Georgia 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 South Georgia Technical College located?
South Georgia Technical College is located in Americus, GA.
How much does South Georgia Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,992 and average net price is $1,164 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $6,100 annually.
What is the student body demographics at South Georgia Technical College?
South Georgia Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,648 students, Black or African American (54.1%), White (34.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend South Georgia Technical College?
About 47.8% of students at South Georgia Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of South Georgia Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $28,744 six years after entry and $30,364 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at South Georgia Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 61.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is South Georgia Technical College public or private?
South Georgia Technical College is a public institution located in Americus, GA.
Is South Georgia Technical College an HBCU?
No. South Georgia Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is South Georgia Technical College a tribal college?
No. South Georgia Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is South Georgia Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, South Georgia Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.8%).
Is South Georgia Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for South Georgia 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
- 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.