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Southern Polytechnic State University

1100 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060

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Southern Polytechnic State University School Description

Today's business must apply technology in every way imaginable. That's why, at Southern Polytechnic State University, our students study the sciences and technologies in a unique, practical manner, providing an education that is career-based and balanced.

Southern Polytechnic is a residential, co-educational member of the very progressive University System of Georgia. Located on 193 acres of naturally wooded landscape in the historic and vibrant city of Marietta, we are just 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Approximately 4,800 students study here, from some 35 states and 82 countries.

Since our founding in 1948, the university has earned an exceptional academic reputation. But it's more than just our programs of study that make SPSU a great place to live and learn -- it's the bright students, the dedicated and experienced faculty, and our hands-on approach to education. Our mission is to serve both traditional and non-traditional students at the undergraduate, graduate and continuing education levels; in engineering and engineering technology, the sciences, applied liberal arts, business and professional programs. We work to develop the broader community’s intellectual, cultural, economic, and human resources. Facilitated by our innovative faculty, dedicated staff, and supportive campus environment, our learning community empowers SPSU students with the ability and vision to transform the future.

When you're not in class, you're sure to find something fun to do on Southern Polytechnic's campus. We know that college isn't just about your academic experience -- it's as much about the friends you make and the fun you have while you're here.

Students take part in a variety of on-campus activities -- there are recreational and intramural sports, student government, academic teams, Greek organizations, student publications, and even an FM radio station.

All activities are open to all students, whether you live on campus or commute. At Southern Polytechnic, you'll find people with many different interests, different ideas, different experiences, and they all come together here to learn and to make the most of their college experience.

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Southern Polytechnic State University

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Southern Polytechnic State University (SPSU or Southern Poly) is "Georgia's technology university", located just northwest of Atlanta in Marietta, Georgia, USA. It is a part of the University System of Georgia.

Establishment

Founded in 1948 as a two-year division of the Georgia Institute of Technology, SPSU was established at the request of Georgia's business and industry. It first opened its doors as the Technical Institute in Chamblee, Georgia, with 116 students, all but 10 being World War II veterans, and a staff of 12. The campus was previously a part of NAS Atlanta (now DeKalb-Peachtree Airport), and the buildings used were formerly barracks.

In 1949, it became the Southern Technical Institute (STI or Southern Tech), and was recognized as a college-level school by the U.S. Department of Education. Less than a decade later (around 1958), the college migrated to its present campus in Marietta, which was previously part of Dobbins Air Force Base. NAS Atlanta also moved to the opposite (south) end of Dobbins around the same time.

In 1961, Hoyt McClure was named acting director and led the movement to build eight new buildings on 120 acres (48 hectares) of land. Since then SPSU has continued to expand -- the campus now encompasses more than 230 acres (92ha) and contains 35 buildings.

STI became accredited as a four-year college in 1970, and was one of the first colleges in the nation to offer the bachelor of engineering technology degree. It also earned independence in the University System, separating ties with Georgia Tech. In the summer of 1980, SPSU officially became the 14th senior college and the 33rd independent unit of the University System of Georgia.

The college's first president, Dr. Stephen R. Cheshier of Purdue University, was named in 1980 and served until his retirement as president in June 1997. He saw SPSU through two name changes -- Southern College of Technology (SCT, more commonly Southern Tech) in 1987 and Southern Polytechnic State University in the summer of 1996, when it (and many of the other schools in the USG) was designated as a university.

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Quick Facts

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

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,330
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
94%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$13,590
Students Receiving Aid:
91%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$20 20
Selectivity:
Selective
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Southern Polytechnic State University Degree Programs

Associates Degree Programs

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Masters Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Southern Polytechnic State University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 94%
Part-Time 6%
Men vs. Women
Men 87%
Women 13%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 68%
African-American 21%
Asian 5%
Other 3%
Hispanic 3%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 90%
Out-of-State 10%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Georgia 90%
Ohio 0%
Tennessee 0%
Virgin Islands 0%
California 0%
Percent of Students International: 9%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 40%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Basketball (Georgia-Alabama-Carolina Conference)
Baseball (Georgia-Alabama-Carolina Conference)

Southern Polytechnic State University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $3,872 $13,590  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $2,999 $11,987  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $630 $630  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $2,744 23%  
State and Local Grants:
 $3,485 84%  
Institutional Grants:
 $1,091 3%  
Student Loans:
 $2,638 38%  
Any Aid:
   91%  

Southern Polytechnic State University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 60% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 84%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 495, Math: 520
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 580, Math: 620
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 17%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 20, Verbal: 19, Math: 20
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 24, Verbal: 23, Math: 25

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $20.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on Southern Polytechnic State University

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MICKEY
MICKEY

Question: How to get in Southern Polytechnic?

I want to go to Southern Polytechnic State University, but I don't know what is their minimum ACT score require in order to be accepted?
19 months ago
cmgoods
cmgoods

Best Answer

I took the numbers from their website. An academic high school GPA of at least 2.5 and minimum scores of 500 on the SAT I Verbal (21 ACT - English) and 500 on the SAT I Math (21 ACT - Math). I just transferred into Southern Poly and I had no problem so I'm assuming you should be fine!
wanwa
wanwa

Question: how good is southern polytechnic state university?

Is it a shadow of Georgia tech? Can u get a job with a masters from southern ploy state university
33 months ago
christopher_kitchens562
chris...

Best Answer

It is definitely a good school. I got my degree in Industrial Engineering from there, and I am finishing up my master's. I make the same as a Georgia Tech graduate. You'll be fine.

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