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Columbus Technical College

Public Columbus, GA · Urban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
24%
Graduation Rate
$34,238
Earnings (10yr)
$4,001
Net Price
2,719
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Overview

Columbus Technical College serves 2,719 students, making it a focused institution for those seeking specialized training. The net price for students is notably low at $4,001, making higher education more accessible for many. This affordability is crucial for students considering their financial future.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data highlights the college's role in economic mobility. While specific mobility rates are not available, the emphasis on career-focused programs like Mechanic & Repair Tech and Health Professions suggests strong pathways to stable employment. Graduates earn a median salary of $34,238 ten years after enrollment, indicating a solid return on investment for those who complete their programs.

Students who thrive here are often those seeking practical skills in trades and health professions. With a graduation rate of 24%, the college emphasizes hands-on training that prepares students for immediate employment. The median debt is manageable at $8,756, allowing graduates to enter the workforce with less financial burden. Additionally, 57% of students receive Pell Grants, which further supports those from low-income backgrounds.

Rankings

How Columbus Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation24%Earnings 10yr$34KNet Price$4KRetention52%Median Debt$9KPell Grant Rate57%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$3K$0-30K$5K$30-48K$6K$48-75K

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2660.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%291.7%MOBILITY77.60%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,052
In-State Tuition
$7,262
Out-of-State
$4,001
Avg Net Price
$8,756
Median Debt
57%
Pell Grant Rate
0%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,383
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,543
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,170
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$28,884
6 Years After Entry
$32,648
8 Years
$34,238
10 Years
0.26x
Debt-to-Earnings
46%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$28,884 6yr $32,648 8yr $34,238 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

77.60%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
291.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2660.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$41,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.61
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.07
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 52%
Full-Time Faculty 54%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,411
Diversity Index 0.61
First-Gen Students 42%

Top Programs

Mechanic & Repair Tech 25%
Health Professions 19%
Precision Production 10%
Business & Marketing 10%
Construction Trades 9%
Culinary & Personal Services 8%
Humanities 3%
Computer Science & IT 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Southeast
Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
69%
White
29%
Hispanic
10%
Black
54%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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