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West Georgia Technical College - Murphy
West Georgia Technical College - Murphy
WACO, GA . 2 Year 3.8
#1263 in Best Colleges in America
176 MURPHY CAMPUS BLVD WACO, GA 30182

Overview

West Georgia Technical College - Murphy Campus is a part of the West Georgia Technical College system, located in Waco, Georgia. It offers a variety of technical certificate programs, diplomas, and associate degrees in fields such as healthcare, business, computer technology, and skilled trades. The college is known for its focus on career-oriented, hands-on education, preparing students for the workforce. It provides a supportive learning environment with small class sizes and personalized instruction. In addition to academics, the college offers a range of student services including career counseling and job placement. The Murphy Campus is committed to promoting economic development and enhancing the quality of life for the community.

Rankings

  • 65

    #65 in Best Colleges for Culinary Arts in America

  • 1

    #1 4 in Best Community Colleges in Georgia

  • 432

    #432 in Best Community Colleges in America

  • Best Colleges for Culinary Arts in America 65 of 140
  • Best Community Colleges in America 432 of 922

Academics

  • C+Professors
  • B+Value
  • BDiversity
  • A+Safety
  • BStudent Life
  • BLocation

Majors

  • Welding
    256 Graduates
  • Cosmetology
    165 Graduates
  • Automotive Mechanics
    120 Graduates
  • Nursing Assistant
    117 Graduates
  • Child Care Provider
    113 Graduates
  • Business
    94 Graduates
  • Truck, Bus, and Commercial Vehicle Operation
    90 Graduates
  • Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician
    86 Graduates
  • Data Processing
    78 Graduates
  • Accounting Technician and Bookkeeping
    72 Graduates

Admissions

  • Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    15
  • Online Associates Programs
    8
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $6,449
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    94%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    38%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    84%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,735 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    4,465
  • Undergrads Over 25
    37%
  • Pell Grant
    56%
  • Varsity Athletes
    4%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    NJCAA Division III

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