GGC is a four-year degree-granting unit of the University System of Georgia.

1000 University Center Lane | Lawrenceville, GA 30043 | www.ggc.edu

www.ggc.edu

YOU IT’s ALL ABOUT

You, the student.

NOT Us.We literally built a

college from the ground up in just the last 10 years,

designed for students by students.

We reimagined and revolutionized higher

education to put you at its center. Our innovative

dedication to student success makes a

H-U-G-E difference for your future. Because GGC only succeeds

when you do.

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. CreATeD TO INsPIre

We’ve been called pioneers and mavericks.

Why?

Because every decision we make must pass a test:Will it help YOU succeed?

Our small classrooms ensure personal

attention. Professors are available by phone, e-mail and text. You always have access to mentoring and

24/7 tutoring. You can find success at GGC no matter

your level of academic preparation. Each student

matters, and that’s a radical idea.

CreATeD TO INsPIre

GGC facultyWeLCOMe new students during the annual March Through the Arch celebration.

We WANT TOrOCkYOUr WOrLD

GGC students bike in Barcelona, Spain, during

sTUDY ABrOAD.

In every way, frankly.

College is an adventure.You will learn, discover, question and explore more than you’ve ever imagined ... about your major, your world and even about yourself. We’ll help you master

new skills and find your inspiration. You’ll realize

that one person can make a difference and

that with a little support you can overcome any

obstacles between you and your dreams. You may even surprise

yourself.

We WANT TOrOCkYOUr WOrLD

eXCeLLeNCe Dr. Richard Pennington (at left)

originally struggled with chemistry, so he understands what it takes

to teach it. His own students nominated him for the University System of Georgia’s top teaching award – and he won. In fact, he is

one of four GGC professors to win this student-nominated award in

only six years.

All classses are taught by high-quality faculty who are here only because they love to teach. Since our classes are small, they give personal attention other institutions can’t deliver. If you need help with an assignment or a course, they spend extra time with you, perhaps even over lunch. Our professors don’t have office hours. They are available to you in person or by e-mail, phone and text for questions.

And they don’t just teach – they mentor. You will be assigned a specific faculty mentor, but all faculty fill this role. Whether you need advice about life, careers, internships or competing for a special academic program, they are there to inspire and encourage you. They’ll even recommend you for conferences, research projects and other activities that will help prepare you for your future. They will welcome you into the college community during your “March Through the Arch” ceremony, and they will personally congratulate you when you graduate.

Think of them as your own personal coaching staff.

IT’s NOT A JOB, IT’s AMIssION

BTWYou will not be taught by graduate

students here. Our faculty have PhDs or other terminal degrees in their

fields, and they hail from the nation’s top universities.

NeeD MOre HeLP?

GGC provides a variety of convenient tutoring services. You’ll even find tutors in the

dining areas.

sUrveY sAYs

Most graduating seniors say that GGC’s caring faculty made the biggest difference for them

during college.

sO MANY CHOICes

Check out the list of 100+ clubs and organizations at

getinvolved.ggc.edu/organizations.

HAve A vOICe

Serve your fellow students by running for an office in the

Student Government Association.

Students enjoy many ACTIvITIes on the lawn in the heart of campus.

College life isn’t just about academics. Meet world-renowned authors, travel to amusement parks, ride white-water rapids, take in a spin class or go on an excursion with the photography club. Make new friends, start new hobbies, refine your talents or just have fun with others who share your interests.

GGC’s students have founded more than 100 clubs and organizations. Whether you are into gaming, music, astronomy, ultimate Frisbee, community service or even pink zombies, there is something here for everyone. But if you don’t find a club that feeds your passion, start your own. At GGC, your opportunities are unlimited.

There also are clubs and honor societies specific to different fields of study, so you can get ahead in your chosen career through conferences, networking and special events. Extracurricular activities are a great way for you to learn marketable skills that will help you succeed once you graduate.

GrIzzLIes Are ANYTHING BUT TYPICAL

Winning Record Conference Champs ‘13, ‘14

JOIN THeGrIzzLIes’WINNINGTrADITIONWell, maybe three years is not long enough to call it a “tradition,” but the GGC Grizzlies have already won multiple regional and national championships in intercollegiate athletics … in only our first two years of post-season eligibility. Even our club teams have defeated big-name opponents.

Intramural, club and intercollegiate athletics give students of any skill level opportunities for fitness and the unique learning experiences of team sports.

Visit grizzlyathletics.com for more on our winning intercollegiate programs in baseball, softball, men’s and women’s soccer and men’s and women’s tennis.

Intramurals include basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, dodgeball, racquetball, flag football, softball and volleyball and even pick-up games in wiffleball and other sports. You will find club sports like swimming, table tennis and more listed at www.ggc.edu/intramurals.

If team sports isn’t your thing, you can work out, shoot hoops or enjoy a swim in our campus Wellness and Recreation Center, and cheer for the Grizzlies in our new athletics complex.

National Champs ‘14, runner-up ‘15

Conference Champs ‘15

Played in national tournament ‘14, ‘15

National Champs ‘14, ‘15

Château de Chillon, Switzerland

Costa Rica

The Alps GGC Student Center

Grizzlies are GLOBAL hailing from most U.S. states/territories and 100+ nations.

You will live and work in a world more interconnected than ever before. To prepare you for successin the global economy, GGC introduced a campus-wide program to maximize your opportunities forinternational experiences by infusing internationalized courses throughout the core curriculum, majors,and upper-level electives.

We bring the world to you through enhanced class content, special courses and internationally themed activities. You can immerse yourself in other cultures by studying jungle ecology in Central America,serving the underprivileged in Africa, learning about international business in Europe or taking a collegecourse in another nation. You can even earn a global studies certification to supplement your degree. With a GGC education, you will be ready to navigate our ever-changing world as an informed andengaged global citizen.

YOUr WOrLDJUsT GOT BIGGer

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GrIzzLYsTOrIes

seIJIN TrANBerG Political science

Seijin Tranberg enrolled at GGC with no clear direction, but thanks to the inspiration and support of faculty and some soul searching, he is now on a mission to cause international change. Despite a hectic schedule including work and family commitments, he was an influential leader in the Greenlight Activities Board, founded the International Affairs Society and served as president of the Student Government Association two years in a row. As his interest in global leadership came into sharper focus, he incorporated study abroad programs into his education. He spent a summer at the University of the Virgin Islands, a semester in China and a year in South Korea as GGC’s first Fulbright Scholar. He plans to do management consulting before enrolling in graduate school.

zOe HArrIs Nursing

Zoe Harris has always wanted to be a nurse. Because of her experiences with her mother’s cancer battle, and injuries both her parents suffered in a car accident, her determination to serve others in the health care field became even stronger. She got a head start in college during high school through dual enrollment, logged 400 volunteer hours at Gwinnett Medical Center, and was accepted as part of GGC’s historic first nursing class. Her career choices include medical/surgical, oncological or travel nursing.

CONNOr CLeMeNTs Business

A standout student-athlete on the national champion Grizzly men’s tennis team, Connor’s time at GGC is a homecoming of sorts. Born in Lawrenceville, Ga., Connor later moved with his family to Charleston, S.C., but he now calls Gwinnett County home once again. He is involved away from competition with Special Olympics events and teaching youth tennis clinics. A business major at GGC, Connor is interested in one day working in sports marketing. For now, he is an All-American selection looking to help bring the Grizzlies another championship.

vICTOrIA THOMPsON education Victoria Thompson has loved photography for most of her young life. While she is pursuing a degree in education, she takes advantage of opportunities at GGC to expand her hobby and enhance her educational experience. She has a part-time, work-study job in the Office of Public Affairs, for which she takes photos of many campus events and activities. She is a member of the Honors Program and president of the Photography Club. She attended a five-week photography program in France, her second study-abroad trip. She plans to become a teacher while pursuing freelance photography.

Want to hear more about GGC’s students? Visit www.ggc.edu/studentstories.

15 DeGree PrOGrAMs AND THEIR CONCENTRATIONS:Bachelor of Arts in english English Interdisciplinary Studies English Language and Literature English Writing and Rhetoric Teacher CertificationBachelor of Arts in History U.S. History History: Interdisciplinary Studies Teacher Certification Western Civilization World History Bachelor of Arts in Political science American Government Comparative Politics International Relations Legal Studies Teacher CertificationBachelor of Business Administration Accounting Economics Finance International Business Management Information Systems MarketingBachelor of science in Biology Biochemistry Cell Biology and Biotechnology General Biology Teacher Certification

Bachelor of science in Chemistry General Chemistry Professional Teaching Certification Bachelor of science in Criminal Justice/CriminologyBachelor of science in education–early Childhood educationBachelor of science in environmental science Natural Science Social ScienceBachelor of science in exercise science Clinical Wellness PromotionBachelor of science in Information Technology Digital Media Enterprise Systems Software Development Systems and SecurityBachelor of science in Mathematics Applied Mathematics Pure Mathematics Teacher CertificationBachelor of science in Nursing

Bachelor of science in Psychology Clinical/Personality Psychology Cognitive/Neuroscience Psychology Developmental/Educational Psychology Social/Applied PsychologyBachelor of science in education–special education Minors Business Administration Criminal Justice/Criminology English Film Geography History Information Technology Political Science Sociology Certificates Latin American Studies Certifications Global Studies

CHOOse YOUr PATH TO sUCCess

WANT MOre CHALLeNGe?

GGC’s Honors Program offers you a rich variety of experiences

to challenge you and enhance your college experience.

serve PrOUDLY

Combine your degree with U.S. Army ROTC as a cadet

with Grizzly Company.

CHOOse YOUr PATH TO sUCCess

YOUreDUCATIONALADveNTUreBeGINs HereLocated about 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta in the heart of Gwinnett County, GGC spans more than 260 wooded acres.

The college is conveniently located near shopping, theaters, dining, night life and Lawrenceville’s vibrant downtown. Highway access allows quick trips to the many exciting, big-city amenities of Atlanta, the relaxing shores of Lake Lanier or the beautiful trails and waterfalls of Georgia’s mountains. Both the Atlantic and Gulf coast beaches are only a few hours’ drive away. A variety of festivals, concerts and other special events are scheduled year-round at many local venues. The area enjoys all four seasons, with short, mild winters and long, sunny summers.

Local attractions include: Mall of Georgia Stone Mountain The Arena at Gwinnett Center Aurora Theatre

Georgia Aquarium The Appalachian Trail Six Flags Over Georgia Numerous museums Atlanta Falcons football Atlanta Braves baseball

Atlanta Hawks basketball Gwinnett Braves minor league baseball (AAA) Gwinnett Gladiators minor league hockey

LIve ON CAMPUs Modern, suite-style student housing with private bedrooms (flat-screen TVs included) puts you only a 10-minute walk from class, the Library and Learning Center, and the full-service Student Center and its all-you-can-eat dining hall.

Mostly built within the last four years, the 21st century campus also includes state-of-the-art instructional and laboratory facilities, a Wellness and Recreation Center, professional-sized athletic fields, a Barnes & Noble bookstore, several restaurants and a high-tech patient care/clinical learning center.

Take a virtual tour: www.ggc.edu/visit Learn more about campus living: www.ggc.edu/housing

APPLYApply online at

www.ggc.edu/apply

vIsITwww.ggc.edu/visit

678.407.5313 ggcadmissions@ggc.edu

Apply Today What are you waiting for? GGC accepts online applications all year round, and the process is simple. Complete an online application at www.ggc.edu/apply. If you’re a first-time user, you’ll need to create an account. The process is secure and convenient. You’ll also be able to log back into your account and check your application status.

Transcripts If you’re a freshman or student with fewer than 30 transfer hours, you must request that your most recently-attended high school submit an official transcript. If you’ve attended college (as a transfer or HOPE-ACCEL student), you must request official transcripts from all colleges previously attended. They must be sent directly to GGC.

Affordability and Financial Aid GGC’s affordable in-state tuition is about $128 per credit hour and capped at less than $1,922 for full-time students. In addition, there is a full suite of financial aid services to help offset out-of-pocket expenses. For more information, contact the office of Financial Aid at 678.407.5701.

Application Information Application deadlines, testing requirements, admissions criteria and other detailed information about applying to GGC are found at www.ggc.edu/admissions. A required $20 application fee must be submitted electronically with your application.

The mailing address for submission of all documents is:

Georgia Gwinnett College Office of Admissions 1000 University Center Lane Lawrenceville, GA 30043

Important Numbers Admissions: 678.407.5313, Toll-free 877.704.GGC2 (4422) Financial Aid: 678.407.5701 Housing: 678.407.5501 Testing: 678.407.5322 International Applicants: 678.407.5300

To schedule a Campus Tour: Go to www.ggc.edu/visit Call 678.407.5313 or E-mail ggcadmissions@ggc.edu

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.

#5 U.S. News & World Report Southern regional public college 2014 30 miles from downtown Atlanta 23 is our average class size 94% of students receive financial aid 6 intercollegiate sports about 11,000 students 1 of the University System of Georgia’s largest institutions and 1 of its most diverse student bodies

LOCATION Georgia Gwinnett College is located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, about 30 miles northeast of the big-city amenities of Atlanta and about 90 minutes from the beautiful mountains of northeast Georgia. The college’s surrounding area is suburban, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, athletic and entertainment venues, recreational activities and night life. The vibrant business community of Gwinnett County offers an abundance of employment opportunities.

Students enjoy a beautiful, modern campus and a temperate climate. Students may live in suite-style residence halls (with flat screens!). The campus has everything a student needs, including a fitness center, a state-of-the-art Library and Learning Center, and a Student Center including a dining hall and a full-service Barnes & Noble.

GGC is a four-year degree-granting unit of the University System of Georgia.

1000 University Center Lane | Lawrenceville, GA 30043 | www.ggc.edu

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