Bainbridge College, also known as BC, is located in Bainbridge, Georgia, United States. It was established in 1970, and the first classes were held in 1973. Bainbridge College's first president was Dr. Edward Mobley. The college campus is beautifully nestled in an area of more than 170 acres. It is part of the University System of Georgia. The Early County Site became part of BC in July, 2006. The colors of the college are Green and White. The college offers a wide variety of degrees and certificate programs in diverse areas of study. BC is organized into the following academic divisions:
BC is home to many student organizations and clubs such as the Bainbridge Association of Nursing Students, Chi Alpha Club, Foreign Language Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Academic Resource Center Club, Computer Club, Drama Club, Sigma Kappa Delta, Student Government Association, and International Education Club.
Bainbridge is in Bainbridge, GA. Bainbridge is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Bainbridge issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include business and management and medical administration.
Not all applicants to Bainbridge are accepted.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,661 students study at Bainbridge (in 2007-2008).
Part-time study is common at the school.
More complete details are provided below.
Bainbridge College
2500 E Shotwell St
Bainbridge, GA 39819
General Phone: (866) 825-1715
http://www.bainbridge.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 161 | nursing assistant, registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 116 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies |
| Business and Management | 108 | business administration, call center operation, small business management, marketing, accounting technology |
| Transportation | 59 | truck and bus driver |
| Medical Administration | 50 | medical secretary |
| Mechanics and Repair | 37 | security system installation, computer repair, electrical installation and repair, industrial mechanics |
| Medical Support and Technology | 19 | phlebotomy, medical assistant |
| Office and Administration | 18 | administrative assistant, executive secretary, office data entry |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 13 | computer applications programming, data processing tech |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | child care management |
| Construction Trades | 11 | electrician |
| Production Trades | 9 | welding |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 8 | criminal justice and safety |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | drafting |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | forest technology |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | theatre design |
Number of programs and degrees for Bainbridge in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 339 | 18 |
| Associate's degree | 189 | 13 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 101 | 12 |
In 2007-2008, Bainbridge had a total enrollment of 2,661 students (2,132 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 57% |
| Part-Time | 43% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 43% |
| Black | 51% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
| Part-Time | 37 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bainbridge, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 772 | 770 | 100% | 469 | 61% |
| Men | 345 | 345 | 100% | 198 | 57% |
| Women | 427 | 425 | 100% | 271 | 64% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,326 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,840 |
| Books and supplies | $ 664 |
Financial Aid:
Bainbridge participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1107400)
Bainbridge has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $53,789 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $38,330 | 5 | $42,400 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $38,330 | 10 | $48,095 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $60,343 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $50,976 | 4 | $49,583 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $40,699 | 11 | $40,262 |
| Instructor | academic year | 9 | $36,870 | 12 | $37,129 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $43,612 | 31 | $42,843 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forest Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
Security System Installation, Repair, and Inspection Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bainbridge Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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