Gordon State College

Gordon College, a campus of the University System of Georgia, offers associate degrees in over 60 programs of study and places students in an ideal environment to prepare for their four-year bachelor’s degree program. The college offers on-campus housing, a science and technology center, and a sports complex that houses intercollegiate sports. Available sports include women's and men's cross country, women's and men's soccer, men's basketball, women's fast-pitch softball, baseball, women's tennis, cheerleading, wrestling and swimming. A highlight each spring is the Scottish Highlander Games where students can participate in these ancient, traditional events. Professional degrees, including a bachelor’s in Nursing and Health Information Management are offered, addressing the increase in demand for these professions. Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Respiratory Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy and Pre-Physician Assistant are also important components of the Allied Health Professional careers that students can begin to prepare for at Gordon College. Teacher Education is also a highlight of the academic programs at Gordon College and a bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and a teaching or secondary credential in Science and Math Education is offered. For the local community, Gordon College offers courses in: • A to Z Grant Writing • Creating Web Pages • Guiding Kids on the Internet • Photographing People with Your Digital Camera Gordon College offers all of this from the location of Barnesville, south of Atlanta, offering a small-town feel located near a large, thriving city.

show less