Gwinnett Technical College

5150 Sugarloaf Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • In a nutshell, Gwinnett Tech's mission is to make you successful. Formally stated, the vision of Gwinnett Technical College is to be the recognized leader in providing relevant knowledge to students, businesses and their employees for life. The mission is to anticipate and exceed the educational and workforce training needs of our community.

School Highlights

Gwinnett Technical College serves 11,563 students (19% 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 61%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 11,563 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,796
  • Out-state tuition: $4,932
  • Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Gwinnett Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 621 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Gwinnett Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
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
621 staff
209 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Gwinnett Technical College has grown by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Gwinnett Technical College diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,563 students
2,604 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
2,186 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
9,377 students
1,722 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
115 students
299 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,186 students
929 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
87 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,377 students
1,848 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
53 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
9%
4%
% Hispanic
21%
10%
% Black
37%
35%
% White
25%
39%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
43%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,100
$29,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,796 is less than the state average of $3,403. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,932 is less than the state average of $7,170. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,796
$3,403
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,932
$7,170
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,250
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$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 Administrators

School Notes

  • Gwinnett Technical College was established in 1984 under the name Gwinnett Area Technical School. Originally intended to be an area magnet school with an emphasis on health and business education programs, local industry leaders identified the critical need for adding additional programs that would prepare students for the emerging high-tech workplace. Today, Gwinnett Technical College continues to partner with business and industry to ensure that it remains a state-of-the-art educational and training facility for Gwinnett County and the surrounding region. Students and employers alike have come to recognize that a degree from Gwinnett Tech indicates a rigorous and relevant education designed to help students excel and succeed in a dynamic marketplace Gwinnett Technical College is your workforce specialist providing relevant knowledge for career advancement and improved quality of life. Our programs focus on real-world education for real-world jobs and help you gain the knowledge you need to realize your dreams. Serving the region for over 20 years, Gwinnett Tech is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has a long history of providing quality education for citizens and the business community.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gwinnett Technical College cost?
Gwinnett Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,796 for In-State students and $4,932 for Out-State students.
What is Gwinnett Technical College's ranking?
Gwinnett Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 11,563 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,796
  • Out-state tuition: $4,932
  • Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Gwinnett County, GA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Gwinnett County, GA is Gwinnett Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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