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Georgia College and State University

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Overview

Established in 1889, the Georgia College and State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Milledgeville (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Georgia. This institution also has a branch campus in Macon. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Georgia College and State University (GC) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Georgia College and State University (GC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 135-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. GC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Georgia College and State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Georgia College and State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Georgia College and State University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Georgia College and State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym GC
Founded 1889
Motto Georgia's Public Liberal Arts University
Colours Navy blue and hunter green
Mascot Bobcat
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 231 West Hancock Street
Milledgeville
31061 Georgia
United States
Georgia College and State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Georgia College and State University Phone Number +1 (800) 342 0471
Georgia College and State University Fax Number +1 (478) 445 2623
Other locations Macon

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Georgia College and State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Georgia College and State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Georgia College and State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Georgia College and State University.

Georgia College and State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Georgia College and State University's admission information.

Georgia College and State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Georgia College and State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Georgia College and State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Georgia College and State University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Georgia College and State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Georgia College and State University's Admission Office Admission Office

Campus Box 23
Milledgeville 31061
4784451283
800 342 0471

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Georgia College and State University.

Georgia College and State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Georgia College and State University has an enrollment range of 6,000-6,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Georgia College and State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Georgia College and State University's Control Type Control Type

Georgia College and State University is a public higher education institution.


Georgia College and State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Georgia College and State University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Georgia College and State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Georgia College and State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Georgia College and State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Georgia College and State University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Georgia College and State University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Education-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Georgia College and State University's main facilities:


Georgia College and State University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Georgia College and State University's Library

Georgia College & State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 169,071 physical volumes, 11,199 physical media, 284,120 digital/electronic media and 336 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 45 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Georgia College & State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Georgia College and State University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Georgia College and State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,237 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Georgia College and State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Georgia College and State University's main services:


Georgia College and State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Georgia College and State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Georgia College and State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Georgia College and State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Georgia College and State University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Georgia College and State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Georgia College and State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1925


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Georgia College and State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • American Association of School Librarians
  • American Music Therapy Association
  • Association for Experiential Education
  • Association for Middle Level Education
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Georgia Board of Nursing
  • Georgia Professional Standards Commission
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
  • National Middle School Association Council for Exceptional Children
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Georgia College and State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University System of Georgia (USG)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Georgia College and State University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Georgia College and State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Georgia College and State University's Facebook page Georgia College and State University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Georgia College and State University's YouTube channel Georgia College and State University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

Georgia College and State University's official TikTok channel

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