GGC 2016-17 Viewbook

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BEGIN YOUR STORY


PICTURE YOURSELF HERE Over the next four years, you’re going to do BIG things. In college, you can explore new experiences, challenge old perceptions, and start on the path you choose. At Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC), you write your own story – take ownership of it. The campus may be unfamiliar, but you can make it yours. Courses will be challenging, but you will have the support to excel. Build your own community that will walk with you for life. You can succeed at GGC. Let’s get started.

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GGC is uniquely designed to give you the attention, affordability and access to succeed. YOU are why we are here.



less than

per semester (tuition & fees)

#1

most ethnically diverse Southern regional college *U.S. News & World Report, 2016

Honors Program


ALLOW US TO INTRODUCE OURSELVES Georgia Gwinnett College is a four-year college located in Lawrenceville, Ga., just 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta. Since our founding in 2005, we have created one of the most modern, innovative learning institutions in the country – designed by students for students. GGC is designed to help you start your story.

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You won’t be lost in huge auditoriums here. Our average class size is only 23, so you get more attention from faculty.

13,000 nearly

students

42%

are first in their family to attend college

18:1

student/teacher ratio


IT’S YOUR HOME


We have six national restaurants and a dining hall

Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology

5,000+ student events and activities – there’s always something going on

You’ll find comfortable spots to study and hang out

Video games, board games, ping pong and more in the Game Room Free Wi-Fi and charging stations across campus

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Students participate in the design of GGC’s beautiful, new buildings – from paint color and furniture to inclusion of green technologies.


CONNECT & COLLABORATE

“By far, the most unique experience that I have had here at GGC is being able to have personalized attention from professors and establishing a respectful relationship that many colleges do not offer.” − Dejan Cavic, ‘16, Business


GGC faculty come from many professional and academic backgrounds. They choose to teach here because they believe their success should be measured by your growth. They mentor, engage and coach. This is the kind of team you want on your bench.

students are awarded financial aid

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Looking for a worldly experience? GGC provides the opportunity to learn about our changing world on a personal level through special classes, internationally-focused events and study abroad programs. Our students travel to places like South Africa, China, France and Costa Rica.

tutoring across campus


“ I have had a wonderful experience and have absolutely loved the teachers I have had. They will forever change the way I view things.” − Marta Romero, ‘16, Criminal Justice


YOU BELONG HERE

GGC offers the complete college experience. Our students have created more than 100 clubs and organizations, from honor societies to service organizations. Check them out or even start your own. You can catch a movie in our modern student center, attend special events on the lawn, or join a whitewater rafting or skiing trip. Stay active on the intramural fields or in the Wellness and Recreation Center where you’ll find world-class facilities and a junior Olympic swimming pool.

GGC Idol, Spirit Week, Homecoming, Masquerade Ball, GGC Film Festival, International Week, and more!


HIT PLAY At GGC, Grizzly pride runs deep. In only three years of post-season eligibility, our six intercollegiate teams have won six conference titles, five national titles, fostered dozens of “All-American” athletes and maintained winning records. Students also play on intramural and club sports teams, some of which have competed on regional, state and national levels. No matter the sport or league, you’ll join the Grizzly nation of fans with free access to any GGC sporting event.

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The men’s tennis team is the first in history to win three NAIA National Championships during its first three years of post-season eligibility.

Varsity Teams women’s Tennis Softball Soccer men’s Tennis Baseball Soccer

NAIA National Championships: 2014, 2015, 2016 – Men’s Tennis 2014, 2016 – Women’s Tennis

Conference Championships: 2013, 2014 – Men’s Soccer 2014, 2016 – Baseball 2015 – Softball 2014 – Men’s Tennis


for the athlete in all of us • Basketball • Flag Football • Indoor Volleyball • Sand Volleyball • Kickball • Dodgeball • Softball • Soccer • Bubble Soccer • Golf • Basketball • Tennis

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intramural

• Inner-Tube Water Polo • Wiffleball • Indoor Soccer • Cornhole


! GAME CHANGING YOUR LAUNDRY IS DONE!

GGC residence halls are designed to support your college experience. The laundry machines will even text you when your clothes are done!

“A unique experience for me was living in the dorms when they first opened. I had the time of my life meeting new people, making friends that are now family.” − Frank Brake, ‘16, Business


YOUR SPACE You’ll feel right at home in GGC’s residence halls. In your apartment-style suite, you’ll have your own fully-furnished, carpeted room and share a bathroom with only one suite-mate – not all the students on your hall. You can kick back on plush couches and watch the 46-inch, flat-screen TV that comes standard in every suite. Study/activity rooms, free Wi-Fi, vending machines, on-site 24-hour security, outdoor entertainment spaces and convenience shops are all part of living on campus at GGC.


THE SETTING OF YOUR STORY GGC is just 30 minutes from Atlanta and a few minutes from downtown Lawrenceville... a perfect location for quick getaways to explore the city, relax at Lake Lanier or hike the Georgia mountains. Attend festivals, concerts, pro and semi-pro sports games and other special events year-round. b rl

student housing

c

classrooms & auditorium

e

intramural fields

classrooms & offices

student center, bookstore, dining hall

f

library & learning center, academic enhancement center


Building D: Admissions & Student Services

tennis courts

g

Admissions Advising Center Disability Services Financial Aid International Services Registrar Student Accounts Testing Services Veterans Success

grizzly athletics complex

parking deck

h

allied health & sciences

p

a

i

administrative & offices

facilities offices

classrooms, offices & food court

d

f

admissions & student services

wellness & recreation center


WHAT WILL YOUR STORY BE?


Majors

Bachelor of Science in Biology* Biochemistry Cell Biology and Biotechnology General Biology Bachelor of Business Administration Accounting Economics Finance International Business Management Management Information Systems Marketing Bachelor of Science in Chemistry* General Chemistry Professional Chemistry Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Criminology Bachelor of Science in Education–Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Science in Education–Special Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Digital Media Enterprise Systems Software Development Systems and Security Bachelor of Science in Mathematics* Applied Mathematics Pure Mathematics Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Arts in Political Science* American Government Comparative Politics General Political Science International Relations Legal Studies Bachelor of Science in Psychology Clinical/Personality Psychology Cognitive/Neuroscience Psychology Developmental/Educational Psychology Social/Applied Psychology

Minors

Bachelor of Arts in English* English Interdisciplinary Studies English Language and Literature English Writing and Rhetoric Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science Natural Science Social Science

Business Administration Criminal Justice/Criminology English Film Geography History Information Technology Political Science Sociology

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Clinical Wellness Promotion Bachelor of Arts in History* U.S. History Interdisciplinary/Thematic History Western Civilization World History

GAME CHANGING GGC science majors conduct research all four years, ! not just junior/senior years like other schools.

Certificates

Certifications

Latin American Studies

Global Studies *Teacher Certification


APPLY NOW

Complete an online application at www.ggc.edu/apply

Affordability In-state tuition: $129/credit hour Less than $3,000/semester for full-time commuter students Application Deadlines Fall semester: May 1st Spring semester: November 1st Summer semester: April 3rd For admissions requirements, visit www.ggc.edu/requirements

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1000 University Center Lane Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Contact Information Admissions: 678.407.5313 Toll-free: 877.704.4422 Financial Aid: 678.407.5701 Testing Center: 678.407.5322 Email: ggcadmissions@ggc.edu To schedule a campus tour: Go to www.ggc.edu/tour Georgia Gwinnett College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Georgia Gwinnett College.

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