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Middle Georgia College, also referred to as MGC, is the oldest, two-year college in the United States and is located in Cochran, Georgia. It was founded in the year 1884. In addition to its historic campus in Cochran, MGC has two other campuses located in Eastman and Dublin. The academic divisions of the college are:
The male students of Middle Georgia College in Cochran compete in sports such as baseball, basketball, and soccer. The women compete in fast pitch softball, soccer, and basketball. Students of the Cochran campus also participate in many clubs and organizations including the Student Government Association, Baptist Student Union, and Gamma Beta Phi.
Middle Georgia College is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Cochran, GA. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Middle Georgia College top out at the Bachelor's degree.
The school tries to do a few things and do them well, and doesn't offer a huge range of majors. Students at Middle Georgia College often study nutrition and exercise therapy and liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
Middle Georgia College offers classes to 3,237 students (2,650 full-time equivalent).
The school has a large share of part-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students.
Tuition is fairly low at Middle Georgia College.
More complete details are provided below.
Middle Georgia College
1100 Second St SE
Cochran, GA 31014-1599
General Phone: (478) 934-6221
http://WWW.MGC.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 250 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 29 | registered nursing |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 24 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 16 | surveying tech |
| Mechanics And Repair | 3 | aircraft maintenance, HVAC |
| Medical Support And Technology | 2 | medical assistant, radiation therapist |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and police |
| Office And Administration | 1 | administrative assistant |
| Business And Management | 1 | merchandising and buying |
Number of programs and degrees for Middle Georgia College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 309 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 17 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 1 |
In 2007, Middle Georgia College had a total enrollment of 3,237 students (2,650 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 86% |
| Part-Time | 14% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 36% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
Middle Georgia College offers campus housing for 1,371 of its 2,650 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Cochran, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,792 | 2,528 | 91% | 1,234 | 49% |
| Men | 1,273 | 1,126 | 88% | 573 | 51% |
| Women | 1,519 | 1,402 | 92% | 661 | 47% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| 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 | $ 2,296 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,912 |
| Room and board | $ 4,770 |
| Room charge | $ 2,400 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,370 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Middle Georgia College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 158100)
Middle Georgia College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 13 | 14 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 36 | 27 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $46,066 |
*: 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 | 8 | $62,150 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 8 | $47,144 | 11 | $51,374 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 28 | $42,066 | 22 | $39,888 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $41,363 | 5 | $38,920 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 50 | $46,007 | 40 | $44,130 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 24 | 14 | 38 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 10 | 10 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Merchandising and Buying Operations
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Surveying Technology/Surveying
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Middle Georgia College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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