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Overview of Gainesville State College

Mission Statement

GAINESVILLE STATE COLLEGE MISSION

The mission of Gainesville State College is to provide broad access to quality higher education for the population of Northeast Georgia. In fulfilling its mission, the College furthers the well-being of its students through intellectual, social, and physical development. Central to the accomplishment of this mission is the liberal arts curriculum, which serves as a core for degree programs and/or as a transfer curriculum for those pursuing upper-division courses. Gainesville State College seeks to assure the success of its students and contribute to the quality of life in the surrounding communities through cooperative programs with high schools, technical colleges, and universities, as well as self-contained career advancement programs. The institution, with an emphasis on diversity, prepares students to function in a global society.

The College also takes seriously its role as a service organization that responds to the economic and Read more… educational needs of the community and reaches out to the citizens of Northeast Georgia. By offering continuing education programs, public service activities, cultural enrichment experiences, and forums for public discussion, the College expands its tradition of service beyond its immediate student body and into the community at large.

Quick Facts

8,883 students

80% admitted

$2,232 tuition/year

  • 6,107 full time
  • 2,776 part time
  • 2,940 men full time
  • 3,167 women full time
  • 3,503 applied
  • 2,812 admitted
  • 1,843 enrolled
  • $8,208 out of state
  • $754 fees
  • N/A room & board
  • $1,200 books

At a Glance

Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Small suburb
Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
8,883 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Ricardo from Winterville, GA
  • 0
  • “A great school to begin your college experience. It offers a lot and has an amazing school body. Gainesville State College has many flexible options to help with any schedule…”

  • Mar-22-2012 » Read More
  • Jannet from Gainesville, GA
  • 0
  • “Gainesville State College has provided me with the opportunity to enhance my education, skills, and future career development. The school offers many programs and works with student in pursuing a…”

  • Jan-05-2012 » Read More
  • Chelsea from Bogart, GA
  • 0
  • “Gainesville is certainly the best college to look at if you're unsure of a major. It's cheaper and the professor there are just as eager to help you learn. The…”

  • May-02-2012 » Read More
  • Sarah from Cornelia, GA
  • 0
  • “In many cases, Gainesville State College is quite boring and dull; however, there are a few exceptional professors on campus that go well and above this average dullness. I find…”

  • May-24-2012 » Read More
  • Dedra from Lawrenceville, GA
  • 0
  • “gsc is a great school with both undergrad liberal arts and science programs. there are two campuses, one in oakwood and one in oconee co. the classes are small and…”

  • Jan-26-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • Paku from Auburn, GA
  • Oct-06-2011 I am a current student here

    This is a fun school that is very student-oriented. The teachers and faculty always make time for students and try to help them with any problems that may arise.

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  • 5
  • Kristin from Winder, GA
  • Sep-02-2011 I am a current student here

    I enjoy attending Gainesville State. It's a nice campus and the people here are really friendly. May it be your classmates, your professors or the staff, everyone here is really friendly and patient with you. The class size is small which is wonderful because you feel more engaged with your classmates and your professors.

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