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Macon State College was founded in October of 1965 as the Macon Junior College. The first classes of the college were held in 1968. It became Macon College in 1987 and adopted its present name in 1996. The main campus of the college is spread across an area of more than 160 acres in Macon, Georgia. In addition, Macon State College operates a satellite campus in Warner Robins, Georgia. The college is organized into the following academic divisions:
- School of Arts and Sciences
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of Information Technology
- School of Nursing & Health Sciences
Macon State College has several active student organizations, such as the Accounting Association, Baptist Collegiate Ministries, English Studies Organization, International Students and Studies Association, Black Student Unification, Macon State College Association of Nursing Students, Macon State Skindivers Club, Voices for Diversity, Natural Sciences Network and the Women Studies Association.
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Campus Location100 College Station Dr
Macon, GA 31206-5145
USA
Main Tel: (478) 471-2700
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Macon State College HighlightsWhere Macon State College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in computer science and engineering, liberal arts, and medical adminstration.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- Numerous part-time students.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of students.
- High female/male ratio.
- High yield: the portion of accepted students who enroll.
Other important characteristics: - Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Study abroad option
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Bachelor | 353 | 8 | | Associate | 341 | 6 | | 1-2 year certificate | 53 | 6 |
Macon State StudentsThe student enrollment at Macon State was 6,464 in 2007-2008 (4,905 full-time equivalent). About 34% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 66% of the class. Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen. Among freshmen students, 65% are full-time and 35% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,182 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,164 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
Financial Aid: Macon State participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
Macon State Admissions (2008-2009)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 59% | | Women | 73% | | All | 69% |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (146 awarded) - Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (84 awarded) - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Computer and Information Sciences
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (59 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (46 awarded) - Child Care and Support Services Management
- Community Organization and Advocacy
LIBERAL ARTS (218 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA (4 awarded) - Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (49 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (23 awarded) - Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (117 awarded) - Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (1 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Police Science
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