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Public, 2-Year
Waco, GA

West Georgia Technical College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in GA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$3,122

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

31.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$35,479

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

West Georgia Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Waco, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,122, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 31.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$6,244

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$5,479

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$48,546

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$103,336

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 32%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at West Georgia Technical College is $11,110.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
69.1%
30.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
47.6%
Black
34.6%
Hispanic
10.9%
Two or more
4.8%
Asian
1.0%
Unknown
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
International
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

1

Burglary

1

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$3,122

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$717
$30k - $48k$1,836
$48k - $75k$4,125
$75k+$7,405

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$11,110
Pell Grant Recipients38.8%
Using Federal Loans12.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment30.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$7,907
Pell Grant Recipients41.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

60.5%

Success

31.9%

In-State Cost

$3,122

Age 25+ Students

31.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 8

Working at 6yr

3,278 students

Local City Insights

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