* Two-year colleges (community colleges): Georgia has a large number of these.
* Four-year colleges: This includes both public and private institutions.
* University system branches: The University System of Georgia includes many different campuses, some of which might be considered separate colleges.
* Small, specialized institutions: These might be trade schools, theological seminaries, or other institutions not always considered traditional colleges.
Therefore, you'll find varying numbers depending on the source and criteria used. To get a precise number, you would need to specify your definition of "college" and consult official state higher education data.