Heart of Georgia Technical College

560 Pinehill Rd
Dublin, GA 31021
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  • The mission of Heart of Georgia Technical College is to contribute to economic and workforce development through guaranteed technical and adult education and the services necessary for individuals to achieve their goals. The vision statement was modified as a result of the planning process. The vision statement is as follows Heart of Georgia Technical College will be the benchmark institution for all others in our system. Heart of Georgia Technical College will enrich lives, provide seamless workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities, and recruit potential graduates for successful employment through the use of leading edge technology and unparalleled excellence in support services rendered. At the heart of a great college is what goes on between its students and faculty-the learning experience. Our faculty are supported by a staff of professional advisors, specialists and others who assist and support the teaching and learning environment. The programs of study at Heart of Georgia Technical College are divided into categories. Each category may include degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit according to the specific occupational programs being offered. We've designed our programs with the student's needs in mind. More classes are being offered online and at night to work around the student's busy schedule.

School Highlights

Heart of Georgia Technical College serves 1,851 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 62%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 1,851 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,280
  • Out-state tuition: $4,305
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Heart of Georgia Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Heart of Georgia Technical College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's--Public Rural-serving Medium
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
94 staff
88 staff

Student Body

The student population of Heart of Georgia Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Heart of Georgia Technical College diversity score of 0.00 is equal to the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 100% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,851 students
2,178 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
827 students
797 students
# Part-Time Students
1,024 students
1,381 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,851 students
855 students
% Unknown races
100%
7%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2010)
39%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2010)
$31,100
$31,000

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,280 is less than the state average of $3,059. The in-state tuition has grown by 47% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,305 is less than the state average of $6,774. The out-state tuition has grown by 51% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,280
$3,059
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,305
$6,774
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
91%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Ollie The Owl

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Heart of Georgia Technical College cost?
Heart of Georgia Technical College's tuition is approximately $2,280 for In-State students and $4,305 for Out-State students.
What is Heart of Georgia Technical College's ranking?
Heart of Georgia Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 1,851 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,280
  • Out-state tuition: $4,305
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Georgia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,059 per year for in-state students and $6,774 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,088 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Georgia is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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