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University of North Georgia – Oconee Campus: Historic Heartland Academic Hub

University of North Georgia – Oconee Campus: Historic Heartland Academic Hub Historic Heartland Watkinsville

The University of North Georgia (UNG) was formed through the consolidation of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College, two of the top-performing schools in the University System of Georgia, in January 2013. Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, UNG comprises four campuses united by a single mission focused on academic excellence and academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. With about 16,000 students, the University of North Georgia is the state's sixth-largest public university. The university offers more than 100 programs of study ranging from certificate and associate degrees to professional doctoral programs.

The Oconee Campus, located in Watkinsville, Ga., is only a few miles from Athens, Ga. All campus tours must be scheduled.

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Facility Amenities
  • Parking on Site
  • Gift Shop
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Maps & Brochures Available
Suitable for Ages
  • All Ages
General Information
  • Family-Friendly

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