Griffin Technical College

501 Varsity Rd, Griffin, GA 30223

Website: Griffin Technical College

Griffin Technical College School Description

Whether you are a high school student, recent graduate, returning student, or degree-holder seeking new skills or advanced training, Griffin Technical College can provide you an opportunity to reach your goal and potential. Since 1963, Griffin Technical College has trained students in the latest technology through programs that are career relevant, and our faculty and staff are dedicated professionals who are well versed in their fields. The College’s commitment to technology is evidenced by an expansion of distance learning and on-line courses and integration of technology in the classroom. From technical certificate programs to degree programs, Griffin Technical College offers you the state-of-the-art training needed to make a successful transition into the workforce or advancement in your current position.

The Mission of Griffin Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, provides technical degrees, diplomas and certificates, as well as programs in adult education, continuing education and work force training that are high quality, community centered and student focused.

Griffin Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificate, diploma, and associate degrees.

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Griffin Technical College

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Griffin Technical College is a public, accredited two-year postsecondary college located in Griffin, Georgia. Griffin Tech provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for initial employment; offers continuing education and training to acquire advanced levels of competency; offers a general education curriculum that encourages intellectual, personal, and social values; sponsors co-curricular activities to assist in the development of leadership traits; and facilitates public adult education programs to improve general population and workforce literacy levels.

Griffin Technical College traces its roots to September 1963 when students began attending classes in temporary quarters of the Griffin-Spalding County Area Vocational Technical School, under the supervision of the Georgia Department of Education. The first building was completed in 1966. The school was expanded in 1978 with the addition of of classroom space.

In 1985, the State Board of Postsecondary Vocational Education was established. Schools were encouraged to join this network. In July 1988, Governor Joe Frank Harris elevated this Board to a Department, changing the name to the Department of Technical and Adult Education. Griffin Tech adopted the name Griffin Technical Institute and joined the system in July 1987.

In August 1990, Griffin Tech dedicated a new facility, a office, classroom and lecture hall addition. In the spring of 1995, the new Academic Building provided of additional classroom and office space. In September 1995, were acquired from the City of Griffin, and in February 1997, an additional vacated by the Georgia State Patrol Station was acquired providing an additional of classroom and office space.

During the spring 1999 legislative session, funds were given for the planning phase of a addition. Construction funds are currently being sought from the state legislature. The facility will include classroom and lab space for ten new programs, office space and a conference room, an expanded library, and a large student break area with hot grill.

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Quick Facts

Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Full Time Students:
62%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 2,835
Students Receiving Aid:
94%
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Griffin Technical College Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Griffin Technical College Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 62%
Part-Time 38%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 54%
African-American 38%
Other 5%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 99%
Out-of-State 1%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Georgia 99%
South Carolina 0%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Griffin Technical College Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 1,539 $ 2,835  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 1,296 $ 2,592  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 243 $ 243  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 1,483 28%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 1,413 93%  
Any Aid:
  94%  

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