Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001575
- Phone: (706) 542-3000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.86%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,201Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Gordon College (Gordon)
Administration Building, Athens, GA
Gordon College is located in Barnesville, GA and is a public institution that provides opportunities for students to meet their goals. Gordon has an annual student enrollment of over 5,000.
A list of some of the programs offered are:
- Liberal Arts
- Nursing
- Elementary Education
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Most students admitted to this school earn an SAT score within the range of 770 to 950, or an ACT composite score within the range of 15 to 19. Roughly 50 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Gordon, with 79 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay nearly $3,300, while nonresidents pay $9,800 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,200. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Students may visit the Gordon website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Gordon accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Gordon College is around 3,700 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 24% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,100. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $30 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $2,600-$3,100
- Out-of-State: $9,500-$11,360
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $110-$130 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $400-$470 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 84% | $4,912 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $5,088 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Gordon College may offer services to students including:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1979)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2011)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2011)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Gordon is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Gordon College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A, B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Gordon College.
- Clayton State University in Waco, GA (39 miles away)
- Fort Valley State University in Rome, GA (39 miles away)
- Georgia Gwinnett College in West Covina, CA (65 miles away)
- Georgia Southwestern State University in Atlanta, GA (69 miles away)
- Albany State University in Albany, GA (103 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Compare all colleges & universities in Georgia
- Browse our list of public colleges in Georgia
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001575
- Phone: (706) 542-3000
- School Homepage