Georgia Gwinnett College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Georgia Gwinnett College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Georgia Gwinnett College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

The authoritative source of information concerning Board approved policies and procedures governing academic and administrative matters is the Policy Manual of the Board of Regents. In cases of inconsistency, Board of Regents policy takes precedence. The Administrative Policy Manual is Georgia Gwinnett College’s primary policy manual. In the event of a conflict between this Catalog and the Administrative Policy Manual, the Administrative Policy Manual prevails.

The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and the institution. While the provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Georgia Gwinnett College reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Information on changes will be available in the various academic and administrative offices or the Registrar’s Office and on-line at https://www.ggc.edu/academics/registrar/. Students are responsible for information regarding catalog changes and current graduation requirements.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Georgia Gwinnett College (“GGC”) is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study.  Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities operated by recipient of Federal financial assistance, including the admissions process and in employment.  In accordance with federal, state and local law and the GGC’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy, GGC does not discriminate on the bases of sex (including pregnancy, child birth or a medical condition related to pregnancy of childbirth), race, color, creed, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetric information,or any other protected status or characteristics as defined by law in its programs and activities, its admissions process, its employment, and provides equal access.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Edith Collins,Title IX Coordinator, Building B, Suite 3700 678-407-5085, TitleIX@ggc.edu