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Public 2 Year

Georgia Piedmont Technical College

Clarkston, Georgia

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Overview

Enrollment

2,874
Georgia Piedmont Technical College overview
Location Clarkston, Georgia
Online gptc.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Georgia Piedmont Technical College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC), located in Clarkston, Georgia, is a public, two-year institution offering a range of career-focused programs and educational services. Established in 1961, GPTC operates with a focus on workforce development, providing students with technical education and training tailored to meet the evolving demands of regional and state labor markets. The college's academic profile includes a variety of certificate, diploma, and associate degree programs in fields such as business and computer technology, healthcare, public safety, and industrial technologies. Situated approximately 10 miles east of Atlanta, the campus sets itself in a suburban environment, offering students access to the resources and opportunities of a major metropolitan area while maintaining a more contained and accessible campus setting. GPTC has an open admissions policy and provides a range of support services designed to facilitate student success in both academic and career pursuits. Not primarily residential, the college primarily serves commuter students and does not offer on-campus housing.

Georgia Piedmont Technical College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  617 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,257 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,400 plus fees of $758.

Georgia Piedmont Technical College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Georgia Resident Tuition

$2,400
In State Costs for Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$500
Other Fees$758
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $15,750
Budget for Other Expenses$5,319
Total One Year Cost$24,727

Out of State Resident Tuition

$4,800
Out of State Costs for Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$500
Other Fees$758
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $15,750
Budget for Other Expenses$5,319
Total One Year Cost$27,127

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$28,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Georgia Piedmont Technical College students
Subject Percent of Class
Mechanic and Repair Technologies 30%
Business 19%
Health Professions 18%
Education 8%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024