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Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, Georgia · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: One Maurice Culberson Drive, Rome, GA 30161 · Phone: (706) 295-6963 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is a public trade school in Rome, Georgia, offering cosmetology, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Georgia Northwestern Technical College has a 43.4% completion rate, below the state average of 49.7%, with median graduate debt of $6,421 and median earnings of $35,759 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Georgia Northwestern Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 37.4% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 166 | $14,544 | $11,542 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 160 | $32,627 | $35,861 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 70 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 60 | $22,150 | $22,245 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 56 | $35,067 | $32,925 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 47 | $38,859 | $40,406 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $32,627 | $35,861 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | $14,544 | $11,542 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 30 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $22,150 | $22,245 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | $35,676 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | $14,544 | $11,542 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $33,342 | $32,035 | $6,698 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 19 | $35,673 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $38,859 | $40,406 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $35,676 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $48,976 | $45,816 | $8,370 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | $22,150 | $22,245 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | $23,622 | $21,964 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | $24,035 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $38,859 | $40,406 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | $36,848 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $32,627 | $35,861 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $48,976 | $45,816 | $8,370 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $48,976 | $45,816 | $8,370 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $32,627 | $35,861 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $22,150 | $22,245 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $23,622 | $21,964 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | $48,976 | $45,816 | $8,370 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $38,859 | $40,406 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $22,150 | $22,245 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $24,421 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $28,415 | $29,809 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $38,859 | $40,406 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $32,627 | $35,861 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $28,415 | $29,809 | 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
Georgia Northwestern Technical College is a public trade and career training campus in Rome, Georgia, located in a small-city setting. It participates in federal student aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The college holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 57 program offerings, the most-completed trade programs are cosmetology schools, welding schools, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 43.4%, which is below the state average of 49.7%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,421. Median earnings among former students 10 years after entry stand at $35,759. About 37.4% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 4,244 undergraduate students and 1,260 trade program completers, this campus offers a range of program lengths from short certificates to longer technical programs, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. The program mix, spanning cosmetology, welding, medical assisting, and dozens of other trade fields, may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though fit should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Georgia Northwestern Technical College offers 57 programs across fields including cosmetology, welding, medical assisting, HVAC, electrician training, culinary arts, and more. The most-completed programs are cosmetology schools, welding schools, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from 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 student aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 43.4%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carried a median debt of $6,421, per federal reporting.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for former students 10 years after entry are $35,759, according to the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (706) 295-6963 or visit gntc.edu for program-length details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status and review official federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?139384.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules for adult learners, so this cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about certification or licensure tied to specific programs like cosmetology or dental assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Georgia Northwestern Technical College at (706) 295-6963 or through its website, https://www.gntc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?139384 can be used to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.