Athens Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Athens Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Athens, Georgia

There are at least 3 colleges in Athens, listed and described below. These schools represent 38,019 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 34,462 full-time students, and a reported 6,834 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include University of Georgia and Athens Technical College.

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Of Note For College Students

Athens is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Athens.
A lot of people walk and bicycle in Athens.

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Athens Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Athens Technical College
800 US Hwy 29 N
Athens, Georgia 30601-1500

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, cosmetology, automobile mechanics, autobody repair, EMT paramedic, truck and bus driver, accounting technology, phlebotomy.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
Student Body: 4,041 students, 2,933 full-time equivalent.
Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Georgia Institute of Cosmetology
3529 Atlanta Hwy
Athens, Georgia 30606-3152

Programs: cosmetology.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
Student Body: 147 students, 244 full-time equivalent.
Notable: Placement assistance.

Colleges in Athens with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia 30602

Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, business management, biology, finance, political science, accounting, English, marketing.
Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
Student Body: 33,831 students, 31,285 full-time equivalent.
Dorms: 6,834 student capacity.
SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 560-650. Math: 560-660. Writing: 560-650.
Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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