Georgia Highlands College
Location:5 locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, Dallas, and Douglasville, Georgia
Georgia Highlands College, commonly known as Georgia Highlands, is a two-year associate degree-granting unit of the University System of Georgia, also offering bachelor degrees in nursing and dental hygiene. GHC serves Northwest Georgia with locations in Rome, Georgia; Cartersville, Georgia; Marietta, Georgia; Douglasville, Georgia and Dallas, Georgia. Established in 1968 and opened in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, the school was originally named for Floyd County, of which Rome is the county seat, which was in turn named after John Floyd. It was later shortened to just Floyd College. In April 2005, the Georgia Board of Regents voted to change the school's name and on August 1, 2005, the institution officially became Georgia Highlands College to reflect the regional nature of the population it serves. The college supports varsity basketball teams for men and women, along with men's baseball and women's softball teams.
Accreditations
Georgia Highlands College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees and the bachelor of science in Nursing. Contact the Commission on Colleges at:
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, GA 30033-4097
(404) 679-4500
The Georgia Highlands College Associate and Baccalaureate degree programs are accredited by the following agency to award the ASN and BSN degrees:
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) which was formerly the National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30326
404 975 5000
The Georgia Highlands College Nursing Program are approved by the following agency:
Georgia Board of Nursing
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217-3858
The Georgia Highlands College Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the following agency:
Commission on Dental Accreditation
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Programs Offered:
GRADUATE DEGREES
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
· Accounting & Tax Specialist
· Animal and Equine Science
· Architectural Drafting and Design
· Business Administration
· Criminal Justice
· Engineering Drafting and Design
· Health Fitness Specialist
· Information Technology
· Internet Marketing
· Logistics Management
· Management Accounting
· Massage Therapy
· Medical Administrative Assistant
· Medical Assistant
· Mobile Application Development
· Paralegal
· Veterinary Technology
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BACHELOR'S DEGREES
· Accounting
· Business Administration
· Business Management
· Agricultural Business Emphasis
· Finance Emphasis
· Hospitality Management Emphasis
· Human Resource Management Emphasis
· Marketing Emphasis
· Salon & Spa Management Emphasis
· Criminal Justice
· Forensic Accounting
· Health Care Management
· Health Fitness Specialist
· Information Technology
· Networking and Security Emphasis
· Server Administration Emphasis
· Mechanical Engineering Technology
· Paralegal
· Software Application Development
· Veterinary Technology Management
v CERTIFICATE OR DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
· Business Administrative Assistant
· Electronic Discovery
· Internet Marketing
· Legal Administrative Assistant
· Massage Therapy
· Medical Administrative Assistant
· Mental Health Technician
· Mobile Application Development
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Tuition Fees
$13,860
Name
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In-State Tuition
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Out-of-State Tuition
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Georgia Highlands College
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$2,720
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$8,360
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Public 2 Yr College in GA
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$2,838
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$5,287
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College in GA
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$11,053
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$13,718
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International Students Admissions Requirements
F-1 Student Visa Category:
In order to qualify for and obtain an I-20 (certificate of eligibility for international visitors pursuing an academic degree from a U.S. college or university) you must meet the academic criteria for admissibility as well as provide proof that funding is available to cover your living and educational expenses for the duration of your enrollment at Georgia Highlands College. Once admitted, you must follow the rules and regulations required by the USCIS Customs and Immigration Services in order to maintain your F-1 student visa status.
Required F-1 International Student Forms:
- GHC Requirements for F-1 Students (Checklist)
- GHC International Student Data Intake Form
- GHC International Student Financial Statement
- GHC Transfer Clearance Form
- Student Health Insurance
- I-134 Affidavit of Support
All Other International Students:
You must meet the academic criteria for admissibility and provide proof of current immigration status. If you do not have valid immigration documents, please contact the international student advisor in the Georgia Highlands College Admissions Office on the Floyd campus.
Required Other International Student Forms:
Academic Criteria for Admissibility:
Academic admissibility is based on your previous academic performance during high school and/or completion of college coursework, exemption of learning support requirements (http://www.highlands.edu/site/admissions#alert) as well as providing proof of English language proficiency (*if applicable).
Accredited U.S. High School Graduate:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to request an official, original transcript is to be mailed (or sent electronically through GACollege411.org) directly to Georgia Highlands College Office of Admissions and Registrar. The following admissions requirements are for any student that attended an accredited U.S. high school or a student that has already graduated from an accredited high school:
- 2.0 GPA as Calculated by GHC within your core curriculum coursework
- Passed all high school graduation exams (or equivalent EOCT testing)
International High School Graduate:
If high school is located outside of the U.S., you must submit an official evaluation from a recognized professional credential evaluation agency (see web link below for a list of recognized evaluation agencies). It is the applicant’s responsibility to request an official, original transcript evaluation to be mailed directly to Georgia Highlands College Office of Admissions and Registrar.
Non-Accredited High School Graduates:
Students that have graduated from a non-accredited high school may be considered for admissions at GHC through one of the following options:
- By taking the GED and attaining a passing score required by the State
- By scoring at or above the average SAT I (critical reading (verbal) + math) score of the previous year’s fall semester first-time freshman class with at least a 450 critical reading (verbal) score and 450 math score or equivalent ACT scores.
- Be considered as a Presidential Exception by obtaining a minimum score of 500 in both the SAT I critical reading (Verbal) and math score or equivalent ACT scores
- By scoring in the top five percent of all students nationally on the SAT I or ACT
Transfer Students from U.S. College/University:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to request an official, original transcript to be mailed directly to Georgia Highlands College Office of Admissions and Registrar.
- Students who transfer under 30 semester credit hours must meet freshman/non-traditional freshman academic criteria for admissibility and be eligible to return to their previous institution.
- Students who transfer over 30 semester credit hours must be eligible to return to their previous institution.
- Students dismissed from their current institution must sit out the allotted time (one semester for first dismissal, one year for second dismissal, and five years for third dismissal).
Transfer Students from International College/University:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to request an official, original transcript evaluation to be mailed directly to Georgia Highlands College Office of Admissions and Registrar.
- If college, university or technical school is located outside of the U.S., you must submit an official evaluation from a recognized professional credential evaluation agency (see web link below for a list of recognized evaluation agencies).
Proof of English Language Proficiency:
- For applicants whose first language is not English and applicants whose language of instruction throughout secondary school was not English, proof of English language proficiency is required. *NOTE: TOEFL/IELTS may be waived using SAT or ACT (see below), English transfer credit or 4 units of college prep English in high school.
Minimum Acceptable Scores Required
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TOEFL
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IELTS
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Paper Based - 550
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6.5
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Computer Based - 213
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Internet Based (iBT) - 80
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Exemption of Learning Support:
- Applicants seeking an I-20 for entry into the U.S. are required to submit minimum SAT or ACT scores
- COMPASS scores and/or transfer credits may be considered for exemption of learning support for students who are already inside the U.S.
Minimum Acceptable Scores Required
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SAT
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ACT
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SAT-Verbal = 480
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ACT-English = 20
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SAT-Math = 440
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ACT Math = 18
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Steps to Enrollment:
Step 1
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Complete an admissions application and pay the $30 application fee
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Step 2
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Have official transcripts sent from “every” college attended whether you are seeking college credit or not for these courses. *Official evaluation of international education credentials required
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Step 3
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If you will have less than 30 hours of transferrable coursework, have an official high school transcript sent. *Official evaluation of international education credentials required
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Step 4
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Submit TOEFL or SAT or ACT or IELTS scores (if applicable) to prove English language proficiency
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Step 5
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Have your health care provider complete the GHC Certificate of Immunization form
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Step 6
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Applicants who seek to be classified as in-state for tuition purposes, will be required to provide validation of residency and lawful presence in both the State of Georgia and the United States.
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Step 7
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Register to take the COMPASS exam through the Check Admissions Status link (if required)
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Step 8
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Register to attend Orientation through the Check Admissions Status link (at orientation you will meet with an academic advisor and register for classes)
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Admissions Application Deadlines**
FALL
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AUGUST 1*
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FALL - SECOND START
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AUGUST 20**
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SPRING
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DECEMBER 15
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SUMMER
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MAY 15
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* Students who apply after the August 1st deadline will be processed for classes that begin September 8, 2015 and later.
** Based on class availability.
Applications are accepted online and at all campuses through close of business on the deadline date. When the application deadline date falls on a holiday or weekend the deadline will be close of business on the next business day. All documents required for acceptance must have been received prior to the Application Deadline.Students are encouraged to apply several months prior to the start of classes to ensure class availability and processing of financial aid. Now accepting applications for all terms listed.
Application Priority Deadlines for Joint Enrollment
SPRING
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NOVEMBER 1
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SUMMER & FALL
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APRIL 1
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Students applying after the priority deadlines for the Joint Enrollment program may still be accepted but cannot be guaranteed course availability.
International applicants are encouraged to apply as far in advance as possible in order to complete required documentation and paperwork.
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