Georgia Career Institute
Georgia Career Institute is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Conyers, GA. It offers 6 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (6/21/1990 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Georgia Career Institute is Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $15,400. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist programs ($9,978). The length of the program is 1,000 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Georgia Career Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $15,400 | $1,391 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $9,978 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $18,700 | $2,209 | 1,500 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $9,500 | $1,559 | 620 Hours | 6 Months | $5,356 |
| 4 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $11,725 | $1,265 | 750 Hours | 9 Months | $12,154 |
| 5 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $4,000 | - | 750 Hours | 6 Months | $7,334 |
| 6 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $3,000 | - | 500 Hours | 4 Months | $7,334 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 515 students attended Georgia Career Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 25 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 14 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 55 (full-time) and 19 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Georgia Career Institute is 69% and the retention rate is 76% at the school.
| Student Population | 515 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 69% |
| Number of Faculty | 39 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Georgia Career Institute is $15,400
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
52% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,754 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $15,400 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,391 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,460 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $2,750 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,754 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Georgia Career Institute offers 6 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 417 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 4 | 0 | 156 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 261 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 417 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Georgia Career Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 417 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 156 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 261 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 107 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 97 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 10 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 47 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 47 |
| Total | 156 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 261 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 72 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 189 |
| Total | 261 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 515 students have enrolled into Georgia Career Institute. By gender, 15 male and 500 female students are attending the school.
There are 117 White (22.72%), 353 Black/African American (68.54%), 31 Hispanic (6.02%), 2 Asian (0.39%), and 43 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 515 | 15 | 500 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 353 | 12 | 341 |
| Hispanic | 31 | 1 | 30 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 117 | 2 | 115 |
| Two More | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Un-Known | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 900 Flat Shoals Road SE, Conyers, GA
- 770-922-7653
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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