Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC), located in Waycross, Georgia, serves as a pivotal educational hub across thirteen counties in Southeast Georgia. Established in 2014 from the merger of Altamaha and Okefenokee Technical Colleges, it boasts the largest service delivery area within the Technical College System of Georgia. The college's mission focuses on enhancing student learning and fostering community development, making it a premier regional center for higher education 113.

CPTC provides a vast array of programs, including associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates across disciplines like allied health, business and computer technology, professional services, and technical and industrial technologies. Many of these programs are available online, offering flexibility to meet diverse student needs. The college excels in workforce development, maintaining job placement rates above 90%, and offers continuing education and customized training for local industries. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, CPTC also supports students through financial aid options, including tuition-free programs through the HOPE Career Grant. Its affordable tuition ensures accessibility, drawing over 3,606 students in 2020-2021 2413.