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Helms College

Augusta, GA·Private·www.helms.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Helms College is a private nonprofit community college in Augusta, GA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Helms College is a private nonprofit community college in Augusta, GA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$12,720
In-State Tuition
+$740 fees
$12,720
Out-of-State Tuition
+$740 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

119 miles

Hilton Head Island, SC

Ski Access

125 miles

Sapphire Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

62°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

125 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
Cataloochee Ski Area

North Carolina

153 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort

North Carolina

163 mi away
65 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearest Beach

Hilton Head Island, SC

Ocean access within 119.0 miles

119 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Augusta, GA

49°Jan52°Feb59°Mar67°Apr75°May81°Jun84°Jul83°Aug78°Sep68°Oct58°Nov51°Dec

Station: AUGUSTA DANIEL FIELD Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$12,720
Fees
$740
Total
$13,460

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

5 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Culinary Arts and Related ServicesCertificate
95 grads/yr$32,439
Culinary Arts and Related ServicesAssociate's
29 grads/yr$38,154
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
20 grads/yr$30,326
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)Certificate
7 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's29 grads$38,154
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Certificate95 grads$32,439
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate20 grads$30,326
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate7 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Helms College located?

Helms College is located in Augusta, GA. The main campus address is 3145 Washington Road, Augusta, GA. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Helms College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Helms College charges $12,720/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $13,460/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Helms College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Helms College the right fit for me?

Whether Helms College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($12,720/year out-of-state), campus culture in Augusta, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Helms College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Helms College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Augusta, GA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 62°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Augusta, GA (DNL) · 4 mialso AGS (11 mi), CAE (61 mi)

Location

Augusta, GA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.