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North Georgia Technical College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 176
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Students retention rate 65%
On-time graduation rate 39%

Located in Clarkesville, Georgia, North Georgia Technical College 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 North Georgia 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.

North Georgia 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.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, North Georgia Technical College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at North Georgia Technical College is reported to be 39%, 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 student retention rate of 65% at North Georgia Technical College suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$3,022

Cost of attendance at North Georgia 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

$5,422

Cost of attendance at North Georgia 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, 85 of freshman students at North Georgia Technical College received on average $7,254 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.

$7,254
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 115 61% $5,899 $678,373
Other Federal Grant 147 78% $5,807 $853,659
State Grant/Scholarships 111 59% $2,701 $299,768
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 159 85% $7,254 $1,153,427

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of North Georgia 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 North Georgia Technical College students is 39.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 36.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 41.0%.

39.2%

  • African American 20.0% 5 students
  • white 39.2% 104 students
  • unknown 40.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 70.0% 14 students
  • Mixed Race 18.2% 2 students

Service Offerings

North Georgia 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

North Georgia Technical College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Veteran Services

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