Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 005624
- Phone: (404) 378-8821
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
88%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
16FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,602Average 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
School Map
Columbus Technical College
701 S. Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA
Columbus Technical College, located in Columbus, Georgia, was founded in and 1961 and was originally known as Columbus Area Vocational-Technical School and was a part of the Muscogee County School District. The school was merged with Muscogee Area Vocational-Technical School in 1965, resulting in an expansion of the latter's campus as the new home of the combined institutions. The school experienced growth and expansion over the following years, and in 2000 was renamed Columbus Technical College due to changing legislation that allowed associate degree institutions to be called colleges. The school is one of thirty four in Georgia that are part of the Technical College System of Georgia.
Academics
Columbus Technical College provides education and training in a number of high demand fields for the purposes of long term employment for students after graduation. The education provided lays a foundation for individuals to build upon through experience and on the job skill development and training. Programs are in high demand fields and often instructed by industry professionals. Education is often divided by classroom and practical settings, with practical settings allowing for supervised skill development in an environment that emulates real world locations. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree upon completion.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Columbus Technical College admits any individual that is at least eighteen years old or has a high school diploma or equivalent. Students should supply test scores and transcripts if available, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to the start of the first semester. Meeting with a counselor to discuss enrollment options prior to registration is also encouraged. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Columbus Technical College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $25 application fee for students applying to the school. 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 range estimates:
- State Residents: $2,400-$2,900
- Out-of-State: $4,800-$5,760
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $100-$120 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $200-$240 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 88% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $6,333 |
Receiving Student Loans | 1% | $2,289 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Columbus Technical College may provide services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
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 Columbus Technical 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 (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (C)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (C)
- CAD (A, C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Medical Assistant (C)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Medical Insurance Coding (C)
- Ultrasound Technician (A)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Pharmacy Technician (A, C)
- Surgical Technologist (A, C)
- Medical Office Assistant (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Massage Therapy
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (C)
- Auto Body (C)
- Industrial Mechanics (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
- Esthetician (C)
- Nail Technician (C)
Precision Production
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Columbus Technical College.
- Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Birmingham, AL (6 miles away)
- Southern Union State Community College in Duncan, OK (55 miles away)
- Central Alabama Community College in Tuscaloosa, AL (63 miles away)
- Trenholm State Technical College in Talladega, AL (80 miles away)
- George C Wallace Community College - Dothan in Albertville, AL (86 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Georgia colleges & universities profile page
- See all community colleges in Georgia
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 005624
- Phone: (404) 378-8821
- School Homepage