About MGA
Overview
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 July 2025, the NCAA accepted Middle Georgia State University for provisional Division II membership. The University’s athletes compete as members of the Peach Belt Conference throughout the multi-year transition toward gaining full membership. This move is a significant part of MGA’s strategy to build the University’s athletics culture and identity and to champion student-athlete success.
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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.
▶ To learn more about MGA's history, please visit the Library Archives page.
Mission Statement
Middle Georgia State University educates and graduates inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the region and the state.
Accreditation
To learn more, please visit the institutional SACSCOC Accreditation or the Specialized Accreditation page.
Compliance
Middle Georgia State University strives to comply with all applicable Federal and State laws, rules, and regulations, as well as Board of Regents policy and University policies and procedures. Ultimately the president of MGA is responsible for ensuring that the University complies with all laws, rules and regulations.
The Internal Auditor is the designated MGA compliance officer. The Chief Counsel & Campus Affairs Officer —who chairs the University Compliance Commission—is the point of contact for policy changes. The following compliance officers have been appointed for the specific areas due to the large number of high-risk policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
| Area | Compliance Officer |
|---|---|
| Athletics | Director of Athletics |
| Clery Act | Assistant VP for Risk Management and Police Services |
| Environmental Regulations | Assistant VP for Facilities |
| FAA Regulations | Chief Flight Instructor |
| Federal Financial Aid | Director of Financial Aid |
| Nondiscrimination in Employment | Chief Human Resources Officer |
| Open Records Act | Open Records Officer/University Counsel |
| Students with Disabilities | Director of Accessibility Services |
| Title IX | Executive Director of Equal Opportunity/University Title IX Coordinator |
Nondiscrimination
Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University.
Pursuant to Section 6.6 of the Policy Manual of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (BOR), federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
To contact the ethics and compliance hotline, call 1.877.516.3460. File a report online at https://mga.alertline.com.