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Albany Technical College
Albany, Georgia · Public technical college
Address: 1704 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA 31701 · Phone: (229) 430-3500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Albany Technical College is a public trade school in Albany, Georgia offering CDL/truck driving, auto mechanic, and CNA training, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Albany Technical College has a 42.2% completion rate versus a 49.7% state average, with median graduate debt of $12,412 and median earnings of $30,541 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Albany Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid (FAFSA/Pell) is accepted, and 58.5% 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 | 132 | $39,021 | $33,687 | $3,750 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 66 | $33,529 | $38,649 | $9,641 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | $22,025 | $28,816 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | $20,860 | $20,687 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $33,529 | $38,649 | $9,641 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | $5,788 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $32,627 | $35,772 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $22,767 | not reported | $5,123 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $20,860 | $20,687 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $20,860 | $20,687 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | $35,600 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $20,860 | $20,687 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $32,627 | $35,772 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $25,120 | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $25,120 | $24,035 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | $5,788 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | $35,600 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $22,025 | $28,816 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | $20,860 | $20,687 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $25,120 | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Mason/Masonry | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Mason/Masonry | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $20,860 | $20,687 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | $14,627 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $20,860 | $20,687 | 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
Albany Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Albany, Georgia. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. It holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 48 program offerings, the college's most-completed trade programs are CDL/truck driving, auto mechanic training, and CNA classes.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 42.2%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,412, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,541. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 58.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
With 2,029 undergraduates and 689 trade program completers, this small-city campus offers a wide range of short-term certificate programs alongside longer associate-degree pathways, spanning fields like welding, HVAC, dental assisting, and medical billing. The mix of short CDL and CNA credentials alongside multi-term programs suggests options for both quick workforce entry and more extensive training, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current program accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and the listed accreditors before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Albany Technical College offers 48 programs across fields like CDL/truck driving, auto mechanics, CNA classes, welding, HVAC, and dental assisting. Its top programs by completions are CDL/truck driving (132), auto mechanic schools (69), and CNA classes (66).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
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 use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 42.2%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $12,412, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $30,541, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (229) 430-3500 or visit their website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Albany Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools and continued state oversight.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school for details on individual program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the listed accreditors and check federal outcome data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?138682.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of short CDL and CNA programs alongside longer technical training may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Albany Technical College at (229) 430-3500 or through its website, https://www.albanytech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across other institutions.
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.