Valdosta, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is temporarily accepting out-of-state students at in-state tuition rates for the Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 Semesters. This was approved by the Technical College System of Georgia for all 22 technical colleges in Georgia. Applicants who have not lived in Georgia for the last 12 consecutive months can now attend Wiregrass and pay tuition rates of in-state students.

“Wiregrass is offering in-state tuition to students in Florida during this national emergency caused by COVID -19,” shared Wiregrass President Dr. Tina K. Anderson. “For many students in North Florida, Wiregrass is the closest college to their home and we welcome them to enroll with us.”

Fall Semester classes begin August 18 and Fall Express term begins September 23. The college is offering classes online as well as face-to-face instruction. Those wishing to take advantage of this waiver can apply online now by visiting the college’s website www.wiregrass.edu. Out-of-state students will not qualify for Georgia’s HOPE or HOPE Career Grants. The college is open to the public Monday – Thursday and is closed on Fridays. To contact an admissions counselor for more information please call 229-333-2105 or email admissions@wiregrass.edu.