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Georgia Perimeter is located in Decatur, Georgia (a large suburb). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Georgia Perimeter is the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Georgia Perimeter is known for its programs in liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 390. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 510. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Georgia Perimeter has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 20,461 enrolled students in 2005.
A lot of students at Georgia Perimeter attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Georgia Perimeter College
3251 Panthersville Rd
Decatur, GA 30034-3832
General Phone: (678) 891-2300
Admissions Phone: (678) 891-3500
Financial Aid Phone: (678) 891-3400
http://www.gpc.edu
Georgia Perimeter awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 1,287 | liberal arts and sciences, sign language translation |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 74 | registered nursing |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 31 | dental hygienist, medical lab tech, medical assistant |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 8 | fire protection tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 2 | computer programming courses, computer and info science |
| Mechanics And Repair | 1 | electrical installation and repair |
Number of programs and degrees for Georgia Perimeter in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 1,395 | 9 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 4 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 4 | 1 |
In 2005, Georgia Perimeter had a total enrollment of 20,461 students (12,948 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 55% |
| Part-Time | 45% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 37% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 79% |
| Foreign countries | 16% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 54 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Decatur, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 12,233 | 8,670 | 71% | 5,406 | 62% |
| Men | 4,704 | 3,418 | 73% | 2,270 | 66% |
| Women | 7,529 | 5,252 | 70% | 3,136 | 60% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 77% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 22% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (678) 891-3500
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,822 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,446 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Georgia Perimeter participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 156200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (678) 891-3400
Georgia Perimeter has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 80 | 121 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 59 | 84 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 42 | 61 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 5 | $95,522 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 10 | $74,582 | 16 | $71,385 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 8 | $57,098 | 13 | $54,914 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 6 | $46,046 | 17 | $41,712 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 26 | $63,341 | 51 | $59,662 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 13 | $55,819 | 18 | $56,164 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 50 | $47,409 | 75 | $48,895 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 37 | $42,061 | 35 | $42,273 |
| Instructor | academic year | 55 | $36,226 | 87 | $36,557 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 155 | $42,870 | 215 | $43,433 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 58 | 55 | 113 |
| Basketball | 17 | 15 | 32 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Track | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| All Other Sports | 14 | 40 | 54 |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Georgia Perimeter Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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