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Southwest Georgia Technical College, located in Thomasville, Georgia, is commonly abbreviated as SWGTC. The college was ranked first in graduate job placement in a report by the State of Georgia. The college, which offers associate’s degree programs, diplomas, and certificate courses, has over 60 courses from which to create a study program. The College offers several continuing education courses, which include health and safety training, professional development, computer training, customized training, and personal enrichment.
SWGTC offers several financial aid options. The students can take advantage of a number of scholarships and awards to finance their studies at the college. The students also participate in organizations such as Phi Beta Lambda (PBL)
The campus of Southwest Georgia Technical College is in Thomasville, GA, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Southwest Georgia Technical College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Southwest Georgia Technical College is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology and production trades.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
Southwest Georgia Technical College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
In 2007-2008, the school had 1,408 students enrolled (1,028 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Southwest Georgia Technical College is a public two-year technical college with the mission to provide learner-centered and high-quality services, courses, and programs through both distance and traditional delivery methods. These services, courses, and programs develop individual skills and abilitites, provide for intellectual and career development, and meet the needs of business and industry. Achievement of this mission promotes economic growth and development and improves the quality of life for individuals and the community."
More complete details are provided below.
Southwest Georgia Technical College
15689 US Hwy 19 N
Thomasville, GA 31792
General Phone: (229) 225-4096
http://www.southwestgatech.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 200 | nursing assistant, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Production Trades | 89 | welding, machine shop assistant |
| Medical Support and Technology | 86 | phlebotomy, radiographer, medical coding, respiratory care tech, surgical tech, medical lab tech, pharmacy tech |
| Education and Teaching | 66 | early childhood education, instructional media design |
| Business and Management | 66 | accounting technology, call center operation, business administration, operations management |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 62 | cosmetology |
| Mechanics and Repair | 50 | HVAC, automobile mechanics, mechanic and repair, computer repair, electrical installation and repair, heavy equipment maintenance, small engine mechanics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 34 | computer networking, data processing tech, web design |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 33 | criminal justice and safety |
| Office and Administration | 29 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Engineering Technician | 19 | drafting, CAD and design, architectural drafting |
| Construction Trades | 15 | electrician |
| Medical Administration | 5 | medical transcription, health unit coordinator |
| Family and Social Work | 5 | adult development and aging |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 3 | agricultural machine tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Southwest Georgia Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 511 | 27 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 112 | 15 |
| Associate's degree | 107 | 17 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 32 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Southwest Georgia Technical College had a total enrollment of 1,408 students (1,028 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 57% |
| Black | 40% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 99% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 46 % |
| Part-Time | 38 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Thomasville, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,539 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,835 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Southwest Georgia Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 561500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 20 | 34 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 20 | $57,391 | 34 | $54,450 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 20 | $57,391 | 34 | $54,450 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational/Instructional Media Design
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
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
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southwest Georgia Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission 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 Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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