Southern Regional Technical College

15689 US Hwy 19 North
Thomasville, GA 31792
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Southwest Georgia Technical College is a public two-year technical college with the mission to provide high quality educational courses, services, and training programs through both distance and traditional delivery methods. These programs, courses, and services are provided to develop individual skills and abilities, to provide for intellectual and career development, and to meet the needs of business and industry. Achievement of this mission promotes economic growth and development and improves the quality of life for individuals and the community.

School Highlights

Southern Regional Technical College serves 4,246 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 90%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 4,246 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,602
  • Out-state tuition: $4,738
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 99%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

The teacher population of 406 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southern Regional Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
406 staff
209 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Southern Regional Technical College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Southern Regional Technical College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,246 students
2,146 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,138 students
763 students
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# Part-Time Students
3,108 students
1,383 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Southern Regional Technical College.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
346 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,138 students
791 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
83 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,108 students
1,417 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
34%
30%
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% Hispanic
n/a
1%
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% Black
8%
13%
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% White
1%
10%
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% Hawaiian
55%
35%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
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Diversity Score
0.58
0.76
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2524%
0.4318%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2195%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,500
$29,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,602 is less than the state average of $3,120. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,738 is less than the state average of $6,995. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,602
$3,120
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,738
$6,995
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
93%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Southern Regional Technical College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Georgia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Southwest Georgia Technical College is a public two-year technical college with the mission to provide high quality educational courses, services, and training programs through both distance and traditional delivery methods. These programs, courses, and services are provided to develop individual skills and abilities, to provide for intellectual and career development, and to meet the needs of business and industry. Achievement of this mission promotes economic growth and development and improves the quality of life for individuals and the community. Education at Southwest Georgia Technical College moves with the speed of life, and we understand that life can sometimes change suddenly. Our Adult Education Program is designed for those individuals who need assistance with basic academic skills. Flexible programs with non-traditional classroom hours are offered so that we can meet the needs of most anyone's schedule. Our services include instruction in basic skills, GED preparation and testing, COMPASS test preparation, health literacy, and the English as a Second Language program. Classes are available at no charge to adults and are conveniently held in Thomas, Grady and Mitchell Counties. The Library/Media Services Center is located in the Sewell Building. The Center's collection of books, media, and journals supports the curriculum, as well as leisure reading interests. The strength of the collection lies in the medical, business, and technical areas. Computers are available and include general applications, Internet access, reference, an online catalog, and tutorials. Southwest Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Technical Certificates of Credit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southern Regional Technical College cost?
Southern Regional Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,602 for In-State students and $4,738 for Out-State students.
What is Southern Regional Technical College's ranking?
Southern Regional Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 4,246 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,602
  • Out-state tuition: $4,738
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 99%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Georgia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,120 per year for in-state students and $6,995 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,267 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Georgia is 76%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Georgia community colleges have a diversity score of 0.76, which is higher than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Georgia is Sanford-Brown College-Atlanta. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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