C
Average
Score: 49/100

Columbus Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Columbus, Georgia 31904
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 21%
Outcomes
D
37/100
Affordability
A
86/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
35/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

3,153
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
49%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,219
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Columbus Technical College

50% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,586 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$218,678
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,385
1-Year Change
+6.0%
For parents & investors

The Columbus Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $218,678
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,385/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 31903 (10.3% cap, Columbus)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

🏆 Where Columbus Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 8 schools
#7
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
of 8 schools
#19
Construction Trades, General
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,400 $4,800

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
68%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$6,219
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,528
$30,001 - $48,000$4,805
$48,001 - $75,000$7,209
$75,001 - $110,000$5,787

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other 268 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 155 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 137 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 119 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 86 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 83 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 80 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 64 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 62 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 56 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 51 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 49 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 49 grads/yr Construction Trades, General 49 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 36 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 35 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 32 grads/yr Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation 28 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 22 grads/yr Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing 22 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Columbus Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Carpenters
$59k/yr 959,000 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,153
Total Students
69%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
50%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 10%
Black 52%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 50%
With Family 50%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,586 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 32%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Columbus Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Columbus Technical College?
Tuition at Columbus Technical College is $2,400 for in-state students and $4,800 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,219.
What is the graduation rate at Columbus Technical College?
The graduation rate at Columbus Technical College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Columbus Technical College a good school?
Columbus Technical College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Columbus Technical College?
Columbus Technical College has a total enrollment of 3,153 students.
Is there rental demand near Columbus Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 50% of students at Columbus Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,586 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Columbus area.

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for Columbus Technical College — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →

🎓 Similar Colleges to Columbus Technical College

Compare with other 2-Year public institutions of similar size.

C
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA · 3,493 students
C
West Georgia Technical College
Waco, GA · 6,722 students
C
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA · 4,118 students
C
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA · 2,977 students
C
Ogeechee Technical College
Statesboro, GA · 2,264 students
C
Southeastern Technical College
Vidalia, GA · 1,887 students

Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology