South Georgia Technical College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker; 51% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
South Georgia Technical College is a public institution located in Americus, Georgia with approximately 1,302 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $1,026 per year. Typical graduates earn $27,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) is a public community college in Americus, Georgia. It has a satellite campus in Cordele, Georgia. SGTC serves many neighboring counties including Macon, Sumter, Marion, Schley, Taylor, Webster, and Crisp County.
This is a strong option for students in rural southwest Georgia who want an affordable path into a skilled trade or technical career — at just $1,026 per year in net cost, it's hard to beat on price. That said, be clear-eyed about the earnings picture: the median income 10 years out is $27,200, which is modest, so this makes the most sense if you're targeting a specific local job market rather than expecting broad career mobility. Worth considering if cost is a real barrier and your goals align with the technical programs this region actually needs.
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Will This School Pay Off?
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Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,302 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
South Georgia Technical College
900 South GA Tech Parkway
Americus, GA 31709
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