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Public, 2-Year
Valdosta, GA

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

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

Annual Tuition

$3,212

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

43.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$30,864

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Valdosta, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,212, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$6,424

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$864

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$2,216

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$10,856

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 43%

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.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
69.1%
30.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
43.2%
White
42.2%
Hispanic
10.1%
Two or more
3.2%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
International
0.2%
Unknown
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$3,212

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$365
$30k - $48k$909
$48k - $75k$4,514
$75k+$4,047

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients39.4%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment23.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$8,142
Pell Grant Recipients43.0%

* 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

64.3%

Success

43.2%

In-State Cost

$3,212

Age 25+ Students

31.2%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 9

Working at 6yr

1,802 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Valdosta (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Valdosta (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Valdosta

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$787

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$792

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,039

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Valdosta metropolitan area.