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South Georgia Technical College
Americus, Georgia · Public technical college
Address: 900 South GA Tech Parkway, Americus, GA 31709 · Phone: (229) 931-2394 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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South Georgia Technical College is a public trade school in Americus, GA offering CDL/truck driving, welding, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
South Georgia Technical College has a 61.2% completion rate, above the Georgia state average of 49.7%, and median earnings of $30,364 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for South Georgia Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 51.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 239 | $26,204 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 94 | $37,254 | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 51 | $47,408 | $39,369 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | $35,295 | $32,391 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $47,408 | $39,369 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | $13,609 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | $15,702 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $35,295 | $32,391 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $13,609 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $37,254 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $18,785 | $19,835 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $15,702 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $47,408 | $39,369 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 8 | $13,609 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $15,702 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $37,254 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $18,785 | $19,835 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $15,702 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $31,407 | $31,133 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
South Georgia Technical College is a public trade and career school in Americus, Georgia, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and approved for federal financial aid (Title IV). With roughly 40 program offerings, the campus is best known for its CDL / truck driving training, welding programs, and auto mechanic training, along with other career families such as HVAC, electrician, cosmetology, and medical assistant programs.
The college reports a completion rate of 61.2%, above the Georgia state average of 49.7%. Median earnings ten years after entry are $30,364. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 51.0% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body relies on federal aid to help cover costs.
Given its mix of shorter CDL, welding, and auto mechanic training alongside broader technical program families, this campus can suit students seeking direct-entry trade skills as well as those pursuing longer technical study; specific program lengths are not stated here, so applicants should confirm details directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, check with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for South Georgia Technical College before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South Georgia Technical College offers about 40 programs across families including CDL/truck driving, welding, auto mechanic, HVAC, electrician, cosmetology, and medical assistant training. The top programs by completions are CDL/truck driving (239), welding (110), and auto mechanic (70).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 61.2%, which is above the Georgia state average of 49.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $30,364, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (229) 931-2394 or via https://www.southgatech.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
South Georgia Technical College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and closer ties to state workforce funding compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for CDL, welding, auto mechanic, or other tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review enrollment and outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?141006.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program lengths or scheduling, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about scheduling flexibility.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials follow each program, such as CDL licensing or welding certifications.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South Georgia Technical College at (229) 931-2394 or through its website, https://www.southgatech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported here; consult the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and earnings across schools.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.