Americus was named one of the original top ten cities in the state by Georgia Trend Magazine. Approximately three hours from the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, Georgia Southwestern is located in a county with three National Historic sites and the home of President Jimmy Carter.
- Albany - 45 minutes
- Atlanta - 2.5 hours
- Augusta - 3.5 hours
- Columbus - 1.25 hours
- Cordele - 45 minutes
- Macon - 1.25 hours
- Rome - 3.75 hours
- Savannah - 3.25 hours
- Valdosta - 2 hours
- Warner Robins - 1 hour
