Atlanta Metropolitan College

Overview

Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC), a public, two-year college established in 1974, forms part of the University System of Georgia and is situated within the bustling urban environment of Atlanta, Georgia. Located right at the heart of one of the Southeast?s prominent cities, it provides students with a culturally diverse atmosphere and access to a multitude of urban resources and opportunities. The college offers a range of associate degree programs, and a limited number of baccalaureate degree programs, with a particular focus on the arts and sciences, business administration, and human services. While AMSC maintains an open admissions policy, it places a strong emphasis on providing supportive educational pathways to underrepresented and nontraditional students. Campus life is characterized by commuter-oriented services, as residential facilities are not provided. Atlanta Metropolitan State College does not highlight a specific athletic program and is more academically oriented.

Atlanta Metropolitan College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  565 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 870 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,425 plus fees of $680.

Atlanta Metropolitan College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.