C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
61/100 · earnings-weighted

Lanier Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Gainesville, Georgia 30507
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 36%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

6,145
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
55%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,823
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lanier Technical College ▼

31% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$335,726
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,958
1-Year Change
+1.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lanier Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$37,623
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,471
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
34%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
29.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 73rd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (GA wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lanier Technical College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$59,869$61,711+7%#108 of 290#100—
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)—$59,639+24%#31 of 226#23—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$29,881$56,978+2%#357 of 757#353—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$31,805$33,692-2%#372 of 637#343—
Precision Metal Working$28,890—————
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$22,686—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Lanier Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $335,726
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,958/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 30507 (4.6% cap, Gainesville)

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🏆 Where Lanier Technical College Ranks

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

🥉
High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic
of 5 schools
#19
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
of 39 schools
#20
Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing
of 23 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,000 $6,000

Financial Aid

79%
Receive Any Aid
49%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$6,823
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,969
$30,001 - $48,000$5,224
$48,001 - $75,000$7,540
$75,001 - $110,000$9,173

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 211 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 161 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 160 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 149 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 127 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 119 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 80 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 67 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 65 grads/yr High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic 58 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 57 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 54 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 52 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 50 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 48 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 46 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 45 grads/yr Medical Office Assistant/Specialist 44 grads/yr Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing 42 grads/yr Electrician 30 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

6,145
Total Students
60%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 27%
Black 8%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 69%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,887 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lanier 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 Lanier Technical College?
Tuition at Lanier Technical College is $3,000 for in-state students and $6,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,823.
What is the graduation rate at Lanier Technical College?
The graduation rate at Lanier Technical College is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lanier Technical College a good school?
Lanier Technical College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): 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 Lanier Technical College?
Lanier Technical College has a total enrollment of 6,145 students.
Is there rental demand near Lanier Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Lanier Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,887 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Gainesville area.

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