1852
Barnesville, GA

About Gordon State College

Gordon State College offers a long legacy of higher education experience dating back to 1852. Maintaining a smaller student body allows the school to provide a student-focused vision, with added core values in life-long learning, excellence, respect and collaboration. Students can pursue bachelor or associate-level degrees, including a number of pathway programs.

In partnership with the greater University System of Georgia, Gordon State supports online learning. Course options include one hundred percent online, along with blended and hybrid opportunities. Courses are taught by faculty campus or through eCore, Georgia’s collaborative elearning platform. Bachelor completion programs include studies in business and nursing.

Gordon State oversees three physical campuses, in addition to their online platform.

Accreditation & Licensing

Gordon State College is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Type:

4-year, primarily associate's, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Bachelor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 3,714 ; Graduate: Not applicable

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 31% ; Graduate: Not applicable

Graduation Rate:

20%

Transfer Rate:

47%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$37,871

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$17,500

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

82%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$5,104

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

Online Programs offered by Gordon State College

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Business

Bachelor of Science in Management & Administration

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (Georgia eMajor)

Psychology & Human Services

Bachelor of Science in Human Services

Frequently Asked Questions About Gordon State College

Is Gordon State College accredited?

Yes. Gordon State College is institutionally accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

How many online programs does Gordon State College offer?

Gordon State College offers 3 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.

What degree levels does Gordon State College offer?

Gordon State College offers bachelor's-level programs.

How should students contact admissions at Gordon State College?

Ready to connect? Check Admission Details to get admissions, tuition, and timeline details directly from the school.

Is Gordon State College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?

Roughly speaking, Gordon State College falls into GetEducated’s $ tuition tier, which points to a lower tuition range.

How quickly can I enroll at Gordon State College?

Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.

What should transfer students ask Gordon State College first?

The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.

Is Gordon State College military friendly?

Gordon State College does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.

How can students request information from Gordon State College through GetEducated?

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What documents are most commonly required for Gordon State College applications?

Most listed programs ask for Official College Transcript(s) and Additional Materials May Be Required. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.

Does Gordon State College accept life experience credit?

Gordon State College accepts life experience credit, but qualifying can be harder than expected and fees may still apply. Check Transfer Options to confirm what applies to your program.

Are Gordon State College programs fully online or mixed?

Gordon State College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.

What kinds of online programs does Gordon State College offer?

Gordon State College has online program options in areas such as Business, Criminal Justice, Safety & Law, and Psychology & Human Services; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.

Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Gordon State College?

Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.

Do any Gordon State College programs have state authorization limitations?

State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.

How often can students start at Gordon State College?

Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Gordon State College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.

How should working adults compare Gordon State College programs?

Working adults should compare program format, pacing, total cost, and application requirements before choosing a path.

What should students compare before choosing a Gordon State College program?

Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.

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Gordon State College is located in Georgia

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