At a glance
Average net price
$25,358
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
36.4%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
183
In-state tuition
$17,924
Out-of-state tuition
$17,924
Cost of attendance
$30,291
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
3 program areas reported · Heavily focused on trades & services (84% of credentials).
- Health16%
- Trades & services84%
- Personal services78.0%~143 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions16.3%~30 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
5 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 168 | $17,840 | $13,875 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 56 | $22,584 | $20,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 52 | — | $11,776 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | $8,812 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Helms College
Helms College is a small institution located in Augusta, Georgia, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 183 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Personal services, Health professions, Mechanic & repair.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Helms College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,358 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $17,924 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $30,291 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 36.4%, a average completion outcome.
Programs & majors
Helms College confers degrees and certificates across 3 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Personal services, Health professions, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (84% of credentials), health (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Augusta, Georgia (city), Helms College draws students from across Georgia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Helms College
Q.How much does Helms College cost?
The average net price at Helms College is $25,358 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $30,291.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Helms College?
Helms College has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.What is tuition at Helms College?
Published tuition is $17,924 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Helms College located?
Helms College is located in Augusta, Georgia (ZIP 30907).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Helms College at their official website.