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West Georgia Technical College, also known as WGTC, is a public, two-year college located in Lagrange, Georgia, United States. It was established in 1966. The college offers enrollment to more than 1,500 undergraduate students annually. The student body comprises of a large number of international students.
WGTC offers diplomas, certificates, and associate degrees to students in several fields of study. Nursing and Commercial Vehicle Operation are two of the college's most popular programs.
West Georgia Technical College has an active student life with several clubs and organizations. The college's most popular organizations are the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America, Student Government Association, and Phi Beta Lambda .
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Campus Location303 Fort Dr Lagrange, GA 30240 USA Main Tel: (706) 845-4323 Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
West Georgia Technical College HighlightsWhere West Georgia Technical College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in office and administration, production trades, and transportation.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 451 | 29 | | 1-2 year certificate | 139 | 15 | | Associate | 65 | 13 | | 2-4 year degree | 33 | 5 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at West Georgia Technical College was 1,755 in 2007 (1,087 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,539 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,835 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,283 |
Financial Aid: West Georgia Technical College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 49 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY (12 awarded) - Barbering/Barber
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (46 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (13 awarded) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
- Information Technology
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (14 awarded) - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
- Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (20 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (8 awarded) - CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (43 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA (17 awarded) - Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
- Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
- Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (39 awarded) - Medical Reception/Receptionist
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (57 awarded) - Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (99 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (1 awarded) - Athletic Training/Trainer
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (105 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (49 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (55 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- Security and Protective Services
TRANSPORTATION (110 awarded) - Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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