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Waycross, GA is home to Waycross College. Waycross is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Waycross College go up to the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Students commonly pursue studies in liberal arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Since a large share of students are from out-of-state, you can assume Waycross College has broad appeal.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Waycross College has 989 enrolled students (as of 2007).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Waycross College
2001 S Georgia Pky
Waycross, GA 31503-0110
General Phone: (912) 285-6133
http://www.waycross.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 101 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Production Trades | 1 | precision production |
| Business And Management | 1 | business and related services |
Number of programs and degrees for Waycross College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 103 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Waycross College had a total enrollment of 989 students (612 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 34% |
| Women | 66% |
| Full-Time | 72% |
| Part-Time | 28% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 22% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
| Part-Time | 28 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Waycross, 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 | 712 | 712 | 100% | 243 | 34% |
| Men | 205 | 205 | 100% | 82 | 40% |
| Women | 507 | 507 | 100% | 161 | 32% |
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 | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,904 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,144 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,618 |
Financial Aid:
Waycross College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2055000)
Waycross College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 6 | 5 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 2 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 2 |
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: 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 | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $41,776 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $34,192 | 6 | $37,388 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 9 | $40,834 | 10 | $40,933 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Waycross College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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