Middle Georgia State University (MGA)

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is a leading public university in Georgia, committed to offering high-quality educational opportunities and fostering an engaged and welcoming community. The best value state university in the University System of Georgia, MGA serves 8,000+ students on campuses in Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins - and online.  Student housing is available on the Macon, Cochran, and Eastman campuses.

The University offers 70+ areas of study and degrees at the doctorate, master's, and bachelor's levels, along with select career-oriented associate's degrees and certificates. MGA is home to Georgia's flagship School of Aviation and stands at the forefront of aviation education. With a commitment to excellence, MGA continues to be a hub for innovation and academic achievement. 

In early 2024, the Peach Belt Conference extended an invitation to Middle Georgia State to join the league pending approval of the University’s acceptance into the NCAA Division II provisional process. MGA’s goal is to achieve NCAA Division II status by August 2025. The potential move is a significant part of MGA’s strategy to build the University’s athletics culture and identity and to champion student-athlete success.

History

• What we know today as MGA was created through the merger of Middle Georgia College based in Cochran, Ga., and Macon State College based in Macon, Ga. Middle Georgia College was founded in 1884 while Macon State College was founded in 1968, making MGA a unique combination of the contemporary and traditional in higher education. We commit to four core values: Stewardship, Engagement, Adaptability, and Learning. More details about the University’s exceptional history and our vision and values are at the links to the right.