The University System of Georgia consists of thirty public colleges and universities located in every key region of the state. From Brunswick in the Southeast and Bainbridge in the Southwest to Dalton and Rome in the Northwest and Dahlonega in the Northeast, most Georgians live within commuting distance of one or more System institutions. These institutions offer programs of study and degrees in various fields. Students can choose a range of programs according to their talents and interests, from one-year certificate programs to doctoral degree programs.