- The mission of Augusta Technical College is to promote the educational, economic, and community development of the Central Savannah River Area.
School Highlights
Augusta Technical College serves 5,740 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 61%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 5,740 students
- In-state tuition: $2,614
- Out-state tuition: $4,750
- Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 67%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Augusta Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 308 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Augusta Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associates--Public Rural-serving Medium
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
308 staff
209 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Augusta Technical College has grown by 35% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Augusta Technical College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,740 students
2,242 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
1,810 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
3,930 students
1,722 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
574 students
299 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,810 students
929 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
87 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,930 students
1,891 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
53 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
6%
10%
% Black
54%
35%
% White
33%
39%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3535%
0.4279%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2368%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,000
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,614 is less than the state average of $3,120. The in-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,750 is less than the state average of $6,995. The out-state tuition has declined by 30% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,614
$3,120
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,750
$6,995
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,891
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
SAT Reading
n/a
465
SAT Math
n/a
450
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The mission of Augusta Technical College is to promote the educational, economic, and community development of the Central Savannah River Area. Augusta Technical College operates under the supervision of the State Board of Technical and Adult Education, serving the needs of business, industry, and the public in a five-county area in east central Georgia. Augusta Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Technology Degrees, Diplomas, and Technical Certificates of Credit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Augusta Technical College cost?
Augusta Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,614 for In-State students and $4,750 for Out-State students.
What is Augusta Technical College's ranking?
Augusta Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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