| Location: | Southeast |
| Setting: | Small Town Setting |
| Type: | Public |
| Size: | Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad) |
| Mascot: | Highlanders |
Gordon College joined the University System of Georgia in 1972 as an associate level institution with a distinctive legacy of excellence in scholarship and service. From its founding in 1852, Gordon has grown and changed, not only in response to, but also in anticipation of, the educational needs of its community. Gordon�s scope of influence now extends beyond the surrounding rural areas to include the rapidly growing suburban areas south of Atlanta, east of Columbus, and north of Macon. This area of Georgia is a community in flux, rural yet suburban, rich in diversity, reflecting the extremes in economic and population growth. Gordon College exists to provide educational and cultural opportunities both within and beyond this area. The mission of Gordon College, therefore, is to:
1. Prepare students for transfer into and success in baccalaureate and professional degree programs through the college transfer program;
2. Prepare students for entry into and success in specific occupations and careers through the Associate of Science in Nursing and Associate of Applied Science degree programs;
3. Strengthen the academic skills of students otherwise unprepared for entry-level college work through the Learning Support program; and
4. Serve the community by providing opportunities for life-long learning and professional development through Community Service programs.
Gordon College is dedicated to providing a superior climate of learning through excellence in instruction, attention to students� needs, and cooperation with other agencies to enhance Gordon�s own resources. The College further commits itself to assembling a faculty with excellent credentials that is dedicated to teaching and active in the pursuit of scholarship.
Gordon College, a state college in the University System of Georgia, is located in Barnesville, Georgia. Gordon's college year is made up of three 15-week academic semesters: Fall, Spring & Summer. Enrollment at Gordon College is around 3,500 students, with around 800 living on campus. The college campus has 28 buildings and incorporates 125 acres (51 hectares), which includes an indoor swimming facility, ropes course, walking trail, basketball courts, tennis courts, soccer field & racquetball courts.
Gordon College was founded in 1852, and originally served as a seminary.
In 1872, Gordon College was named after Georgia native John B. Gordon. During this time Gordon College was Gordon Military College. Gordon College was admitted as a member of the University System of Georgia in 1972, as an associate-level college.
Prior to the 1980s, the athletic teams at Gordon were the Bulldogs. Through the mid-1980s, Gordon's teams were known as the "Generals," a nod to General Gordon. Due to concern about Confederate symbolism though, the teams are now called the Highlanders. There has also been a general trend to tie the Gordon name to Scottish heritage in recent years.
Gordon College offers associate degrees, most of which will transfer, in the following fields of study: Business Administration, Criminal Justice, History, Information Systems, Political Science, Psychology, Secretarial Science or Office Administration, Social Work, Sociology, Teacher Education, Art, English, Foreign Language, General Studies, Music, Theatre, Agriculture and Environmental, Sciences, Astronomy, Biological Sciences and Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Dental Hygiene, Forestry, Horticulture, Mathematics, Medical Technology, Stripping, Occupational Therapy, Physical Science, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Physics, Pre-Pharmacy Respiratory Therapy.
Gordon College now offers a bachelor’s degree in education following approval by the Board of Regents committee on Academic Affairs. According to Gordon College President Larry Weill, this degree will allow Gordon to address the critical need for teachers in the state, particularly for the region served by the College.
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 1,742 | $ 6,366 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 1,542 | $ 6,166 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 200 | $ 200 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,974 | 32% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 1,872 | 64% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 758 | 8% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,547 | 20% | |
Any Aid: |
84% |
