Central Georgia Technical College Tuition & Completion
Central Georgia Technical College is a public community college in Warner Robins, Georgia, serving roughly 6,174 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $7,052 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,448. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (52.8%) and White (33.9%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,448
- 2024 Average Net Price: $7,052 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,174 32.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 46.97%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 48.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 98.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 15,594
- Room & Board: $11,586 annual estimate
Central Georgia Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Central Georgia Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central Georgia Technical College?
Central Georgia Technical College is located in Warner Robins, GA (ZIP 31088).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Central Georgia Technical College public or private?
Central Georgia Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Central Georgia Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $3,448 in-state, $6,016 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $7,052.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,450 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $7,036 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,381 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,366 |
| $110,001+ | $11,770 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $13,792.
How big is Central Georgia Technical College?
Total enrollment: 6,174 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 15,594 students.
About 33% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central Georgia Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 46.97%.
First-year retention: 56.1%.
What do graduates of Central Georgia Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $29,831 six years after entry; $30,848 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,608.
30.40% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central Georgia Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (794 completions)
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other (374 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (359 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (349 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (256 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (246 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (235 completions)
- Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation (235 completions)
- Science Technologies/Technicians, Other (185 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (172 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central Georgia Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 46.97%; median earnings $30,848 at 10 years; net price $7,052. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,448
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Georgia Technical College was $3,448.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$7,052
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Georgia Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $7,052.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$28,208 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$7,052 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$13,792 4-Year In-State Tuition
$24,064 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,586 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$16,834 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$67,336 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Georgia Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
30.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
13.57% 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 Central Georgia 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 Central 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 | $2,568 | $4,608 | $2,945 |
| 2014 | $2,568 | $4,608 | $3,444 |
| 2015 | $2,674 | $4,810 | $2,717 |
| 2016 | $2,714 | $4,810 | $3,261 |
| 2017 | $2,774 | $5,365 | $2,427 |
| 2018 | $2,778 | $4,914 | $2,427 |
| 2019 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $1,954 |
| 2020 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $2,404 |
| 2021 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $3,166 |
| 2022 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $2,390 |
| 2023 | $3,180 | $5,580 | $4,750 |
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
Central Georgia Technical College reported total enrollment of about 6,174 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 35% male and 65% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (52.8%), White (33.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (6.9%). About 30.40% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
32.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Georgia Technical College in 2024 is 6,174 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 15,594 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
56.1%
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 52.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
33.08% 100% Completion Time
46.97% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.08% of students graduating from Central Georgia 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: 40% male / 60% female
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other: 26% male / 74% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 92% male / 8% 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 Central Georgia Technical College.
Return on Investment
$9,608 Median Student Debt
$30,848 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.15% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
993.59% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Georgia Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 92 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 794 completions
2. Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other: 374 completions
3. Welding Technology/Welder: 359 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 349 completions
5. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 256 completions
6. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 246 completions
7. Business Administration and Management, General: 235 completions
8. Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation: 235 completions
9. Science Technologies/Technicians, Other: 185 completions
Most popular programs at Central Georgia Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central Georgia Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central Georgia Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,191
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,556
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central Georgia Technical College is a public institution located in Warner Robins, 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, Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other, Welding Technology/Welder. Enrollment is approximately 6,174 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (52.8%), White (33.9%), Hispanic or Latino (6.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 46.97%. Approximately 30.40% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 92 distinct degree programs, Central 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 Central Georgia Technical College located?
Central Georgia Technical College is located in Warner Robins, GA.
How much does Central Georgia Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,448 and average net price is $7,052 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,586 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Central Georgia Technical College?
Central Georgia Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 15,594 students, Black or African American (52.8%), White (33.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central Georgia Technical College?
About 48.3% of students at Central Georgia Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central Georgia Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $29,831 six years after entry and $30,848 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central Georgia Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central Georgia Technical College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,608.
Is Central Georgia Technical College public or private?
Central Georgia Technical College is a public institution located in Warner Robins, GA.
Is Central Georgia Technical College an HBCU?
No. Central Georgia Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central Georgia Technical College a tribal college?
No. Central Georgia Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central Georgia Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Central Georgia Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.9%).
Is Central Georgia Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Central 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.