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Lanier Technical College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Students retention rate 60%
On-time graduation rate 37%

Located in Gainesville, Georgia, Lanier Tech is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Lanier Technical College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Lanier Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at Lanier Tech is reported to be 37%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Georgia state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 38% whereas the national average was 35%.

The retention rate of students at Lanier Tech is 60% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Georgia is 67%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Lanier Tech do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

In-State Tuition & Fees

$3,666

Cost of attendance at Lanier Technical College in 2022 for students from Georgia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Georgia's average $6,037
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$6,666

Cost of attendance at Lanier Technical College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Georgia's average $16,177
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 83 of freshman students at Lanier Technical College received on average $4,818 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,818
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 106 41% $5,711 $605,367
Other Federal Grant 154 59% $4,723 $727,407
State Grant/Scholarships 125 48% $2,400 $300,052
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 76 29% $112 $8,475
Total Grant & Scholarships 215 83% $4,818 $1,035,934

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Lanier Technical College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Lanier Technical College students is 37.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 35.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 38.6%.

37.2%

  • asian 62.5% 5 students
  • African American 14.3% 2 students
  • white 36.1% 65 students
  • hispanic 37.6% 32 students
  • International Students 75.0% 3 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 3 students

Service Offerings

Lanier Technical College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Lanier Technical College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training

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