Parent Orientation
Welcome Parents! We’re thrilled to welcome you and your student to this exciting new chapter. We understand that sending your child to college is a major milestone—one filled with pride, anticipation, and maybe a few nerves.
This page is here to support you during this transition. You’ll find helpful resources, insights, and videos from our faculty, staff, and student leaders, all designed to give you a clear picture of campus life and the support systems in place.
You’ll also discover ways to stay connected and involved in ways that are both meaningful and supportive of your student’s independence.
Most importantly, know that your student is joining a vibrant, caring community—one that prioritizes their well-being, growth, and success. We’re not just focused on academics—we’re here to help them thrive in every way.
Parent Consent Form * John Sheeley to complete this section once built.
-When is it needed?
-Why is it needed?
-Don’ts -> Not have the student on the phone call, don’t login as student in GMC Portal, don’t have written communication with GMC personnel (faculty).
Who is my student’s Enrollment Coach?
An Enrollment Coach is your student’s go-to guide during the admissions and initial financial aid process. They’re here to answer questions, offer support, and help your student stay on track as they get started. Once it’s time for academic advising, your student will be connected with a Graduation Coach to plan their courses and set goals for success.
Who is my student’s Graduation Coach?
A Graduation Coach helps your student navigate academic and financial planning to support their success in college and beyond. They’ll work closely with your student to understand their goals and guide them in selecting the right courses and resources to stay on track toward graduation.
Financial Aid for Parents
If your student plans on using federal aid, he/she must submit the FAFSA for the academic year. Include tax transcript and Parent Plus loan. * Alisa Stephens to complete this section once built.
What is Reverse Transfer?
Is your student planning to transfer to, or already attending, another institution before he/she has completed the GMC Associate Degree? Take a look at the Reverse Transfer Initiative and learn how to receive a GMC Degree, with no cost to you, even if your student does not take any additional classes with our college.
Students who have earned at least 23 credit hours with GMC and have transferred to a four-year institution without an Associate Degree may “reverse transfer” earned credits at their four-year institution to complete an Associate Degree with GMC. This process makes it possible for your student to earn their Associate Degree while continuing to work on the Bachelor’s Degree.
For addtional information, visit our Reverse Transfer Initiative page here.
Investing in Your Student’s Future: Scholarships
We believe your deserves access to a high-quality education—and we’re committed to making college affordable. Scholarships are one of the many ways we help reduce the cost of your student’s degree and reward your student’s hard work, talents, and potential.
Whether your student is a first-time freshman, transfer student, or returning learner, we offer a variety of scholarships based on academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, financial need, and more.
Explore the opportunities below to see how your student can make his/jer college journey more affordable—and take one step closer to your student’s goals.
Georgia Military College has dedicated itself to offering the highest quality community college education at some of the lowest prices found. Nationally ranked for the value to students, GMC is college of choice for many people seeking to start or continue their college education.
No Out-of-State Tuition
Most colleges will charge varying rates based on the home residence of the student. At GMC, all students pay the same low rate. So this means, if you are not a Georgia resident, the tuition & fees listed are what you pay. This makes GMC an excellent value for students wishing to take classes in the state of Georgia.
Textbook Fee Program
Textbooks are a major expense for college students during the course of their studies. Anyone that has talked to students attending college courses will remember them bemoaning the costs of books because high textbook prices seem to be synonymous with college education. Well, we have great news for you. At GMC, students are provided the textbooks required for their coursework for a low per credit hour fee. No More Purchasing Expensive Textbooks! Our students love our textbook fee program, and we are sure you will as well.
- In-seat courses use a combination of a book rental program and e-books, with materials ready for pick-up in the campus bookstore.
- Books are due back at the advertised due date to avoid an $25 late fee and an $100 replacement fee. If a book is returned in a damaged and/or unusable condition or a book is lost, a replacement fee of $100 will be charged to your account.
- Online courses use e-books & online materials, with access starting on Day 1 of class. Required materials are listed in the course syllabus with a link to access.
Tutoring
-Tutoring is available at all locations, either in-person or online through BrainFuse (access link inside course). *I’ll ask Chris/Jeff to include details in this area once built-out
We would like to welcome you to our Office of Student Disability Services. As part of Georgia Military College, we are all excited to see you reaching for your dreams. GMC is committed to the full inclusion of all students providing a friendly and inclusive environment in which students can thrive. Click on the link for additional information.
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Who is my student’s Enrollment Coach?
An Enrollment Coach is your student’s go-to guide during the admissions and initial financial aid process. They’re here to answer questions, offer support, and help your student stay on track as they get started. Once it’s time for academic advising, your student will be connected with a Graduation Coach to plan their courses and set goals for success.
Who is my student’s Graduation Coach?
A Graduation Coach helps your student navigate academic and financial planning to support their success in college and beyond. They’ll work closely with your student to understand their goals and guide them in selecting the right courses and resources to stay on track toward graduation.
Academic Excellence.
Since 1879.
We’ve been educating bright minds for well over a century. That’s why a degree from GMC means more than just a great education. It means success.
