Georgia Community Colleges
Mathematics Programs
Mathematics coursework at community colleges in this state. College algebra, precalculus, calculus, and statistics for transfer to four-year programs.
21 colleges · 529 sections · 20 unique courses · Summer 2026 · Updated today
Math is among the most consequential coursework students take at Georgia community colleges — both because it gates progress into many degrees (nursing, engineering, business) and because it's the most-failed subject for community college students nationally. 21 TCSG institutions offer 529 sections this term, from developmental algebra through Calculus III, statistics, and discrete math.
The math associate as a standalone credential is rare — most students taking lots of math at CC are using it as pre-engineering, pre-CS, pre-actuarial, or pre-finance preparation. Compare colleges below by section availability (especially calculus, which not every CC offers locally) and online vs in-person options.
Colleges offering Mathematics
| College | Sections | Courses | Online | Awards/yr | 5-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Georgia Technical College | 68 | 8 | 42 | — | — |
| Gwinnett Technical College | 53 | 7 | 26 | — | — |
| Chattahoochee Technical College | 44 | 7 | 17 | — | — |
| Lanier Technical College | 37 | 9 | 18 | — | — |
| Augusta Technical College | 30 | 6 | 17 | — | — |
| West Georgia Technical College | 30 | 4 | 17 | — | — |
| Southern Regional Technical College | 27 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Coastal Pines Technical College | 26 | 6 | 7 | — | — |
| Atlanta Technical College | 24 | 3 | — | — | — |
| Athens Technical College | 22 | 10 | 10 | — | — |
| Georgia Northwestern Technical College | 21 | 5 | 14 | — | — |
| Savannah Technical College | 21 | 8 | 8 | — | — |
| Southern Crescent Technical College | 19 | 7 | 17 | — | — |
| Columbus Technical College | 17 | 5 | — | — | — |
| Georgia Piedmont Technical College | 16 | 8 | 9 | — | — |
| Ogeechee Technical College | 16 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Wiregrass Georgia Technical College | 16 | 2 | — | — | — |
| Albany Technical College | 15 | 7 | 11 | — | — |
| Oconee Fall Line Technical College | 13 | 3 | 6 | — | — |
| South Georgia Technical College | 9 | 3 | — | — | — |
| Southeastern Technical College | 5 | 3 | — | — | — |
Mathematics Availability Snapshot
How mathematics sections are being offered across 21 colleges in Georgia this term (529 sections total).
Delivery format
- in person290 (55%)
- online239 (45%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)185
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)90
- Evening (5 PM and after)37
- Asynchronous / TBA217
Start dates
Sections begin on 8 distinct dates. 71 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 167 distinct instructors across 21 colleges.
Common Mathematics courses
- MATH 1111College Algebra(268 sections)
- MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics(94 sections)
- MATH 1103Quantitative Skills &Reasoning(43 sections)
- MATH 1127Statistics(28 sections)
- MATH 1113Precalculus(23 sections)
- MATH 1101Mathematical Modeling(15 sections)
- MATH 0090Learning Support Math I(9 sections)
- MATH 1131Calculus I(9 sections)
- MATH 0098Elementary Algebra(8 sections)
- MATH 0911Support for College Algebra(7 sections)
- MATH 0097Math II(5 sections)
- MATH 0911BSupport for College Algebra(5 sections)
Frequently asked questions
- Which math classes count for a four-year college?
- College Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Statistics, Calculus I/II/III, and Differential Equations transfer cleanly to Georgia four-year programs. Developmental math (pre-algebra, basic algebra) doesn't transfer but is often required to enter college-level math. Take the placement test before enrolling; many Georgia colleges now offer accelerated pathways that skip much of the developmental sequence.
- Can I take Calculus at a community college and transfer it cleanly?
- Yes — Calculus I, II, and III at any TCSG college articulate to the standard calculus sequence at Georgia four-year programs. This is one of the strongest CC value propositions: same content as the four-year, smaller class sizes, much lower tuition. Many engineering and physics majors intentionally take calculus at CC before transferring.
- What can I do with a math associate degree?
- Standalone: not much directly — entry roles for math-heavy careers (actuarial, statistician, data analyst) require a bachelor's. The associate is most valuable as the lower-division foundation for transfer to math, engineering, computer science, economics, or finance bachelor's programs.
- How do I know which math course to start with?
- Georgia community colleges use placement tests (Accuplacer, ALEKS, multiple-measures placement) or your high-school transcript GPA + most-recent math grade to place you. Most colleges allow you to challenge a higher placement. Talk to a math advisor before your first semester — placing too low costs time and tuition; placing too high causes a failed course.
Compare Mathematics programs in other states
Same comparison view, different state systems. Useful if you’re considering an out-of-state community college or just want to see how Georgia’s mathematics programs stack up.
Other programs in Georgia
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.