Fast Facts
91Ô´´ is a dynamic learning community where student engagement and faculty-student mentoring are the hallmark. Small classes, student support, high-tech classrooms and flexible scheduling make success possible for everyone at GGC.
Distinctions
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Established in 2005 as the nation's first four-year public college founded in the 21st century, and the first four-year public institution created in Georgia in more than 100 years. Learn more about GGC's history.
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Ranked by U.S. News & World Report magazine as the most ethnically diverse Southern regional college (2015-25).
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Silver 2024-2025 designation, indicating support of military students with dedicated resources to ensure success in the classroom and after graduation.
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Flexible scheduling (weekday, evening and weekend classes) to accommodates today's busy students
Student Support and Faculty Engagement
- Student Success programs ensure that all GGC students, regardless of their academic preparation, have comprehensive support to develop skills needed to succeed.
- Faculty mentors work closely with students throughout their years at 91Ô´´.
- Faculty are available to students via cell phone for questions and academic assistance outside the office.
- Student resources include resume review and interview prep through Career Services and mental health counseling through Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
- Students who have attained a 3.5 GPA or higher are eligible to join the Honors Program.
Student Affairs
Student Life support for a full range of student-engaging events.
Student Demographics
| Fall 2024 | Number | Percentage |
| Headcount | 12,782 | -- |
| Enrolled Full-time | 8,294 | 64.89% |
| Enrolled Part-time | 4,488 | 35.11% |
| Dual Enrollment (high school and college) | 702 | -- |
| Freshmen | 5,884 | 46.03% |
| Sophomore | 2,862 | 22.39% |
| Junior | 1,896 | 14.83% |
| Senior | 2,140 | 16.74% |
| Transient | 23 | 0.18% |
| Female | 7,647 | 59.83% |
| Male | 5,135 | 40.17% |
| Asian | 1,625 | 12.71% |
| Black / African-American | 4,428 | 34.64% |
| Hispanic / Latino (of any race) | 3,756 | 29.39% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 28 | 0.22% |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 18 | 0.14% |
| White | 2,309 | 18.06% |
| Two or more races | 507 | 3.97% |
| Unknown | 111 | 0.87% |
| Under 18 years | 685 | 5.36% |
| 18-22 years | 8,221 | 64.32% |
| 23-34 years | 3,264 | 25.54% |
| 35-44 years | 363 | 2.84% |
| 45 years and over | 249 | 1.95% |
| Average age | 22 years | -- |
Technology
Students have access to technology that supports their academic goals – in the classroom and online.