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Georgia Perimeter College is a two-year associate degree-granting unit of the University System of Georgia. GPC has multiple campus locations on the north and east side of metro Atlanta. The institution was founded by the DeKalb County Board of Education as DeKalb College in 1958.
GPC offers more than 25 Associate degrees, over 3 career and technical degrees and more than 5 dual degree programs in the following campuses and centers:
The Chattahoochee Review is the nationally recognized magazine published by the college. The sports teams of GPC are known as the Jaguars.
Georgia Perimeter is located in Decatur, GA (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. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Georgia Perimeter had 21,473 enrolled students in 2007.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Georgia Perimeter College
3251 Panthersville Rd
Decatur, GA 30034-3832
General Phone: (678) 891-2300
http://www.gpc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 1,398 | liberal arts and sciences, sign language translation, library assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 75 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support And Technology | 39 | dental hygienist, medical assistant, medical lab tech |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | fire protection tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Georgia Perimeter in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 1,514 | 8 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 1 |
In 2007, Georgia Perimeter had a total enrollment of 21,473 students (13,372 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 69% |
| Part-Time | 31% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 43% |
| Black | 39% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 49 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Decatur, 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 | 9,251 | 6,125 | 66% | 3,760 | 61% |
| Men | 3,541 | 2,470 | 70% | 2,098 | 85% |
| Women | 5,710 | 3,655 | 64% | 1,662 | 45% |
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 |
| 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 | $ 2,234 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,474 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Georgia Perimeter participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 156200)
Georgia Perimeter has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 96 | 131 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 30 | 53 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 66 | 73 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $87,671 | 4 | $111,802 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 14 | $75,497 | 17 | $78,770 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $70,197 | 8 | $60,820 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $61,944 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 25 | $72,517 | 33 | $76,383 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 15 | $56,395 | 20 | $61,133 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 46 | $51,859 | 74 | $53,345 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 32 | $43,946 | 34 | $44,447 |
| Instructor | academic year | 73 | $37,615 | 96 | $38,047 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 167 | $44,469 | 224 | $46,134 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 48 | 55 | 103 |
| Basketball | 16 | 14 | 30 |
| Baseball | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| All Other Sports | 14 | 41 | 55 |
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Assistant/Technician
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
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 2% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
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 services Student employment services 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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