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Georgia College & State University

Milledgeville, Georgia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$50,644

Acceptance Rate

88%

Graduation Rate

62%

Annual Tuition

$8,998

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Georgia College & State University earn a median of $58,140 ten years after entry — 7% above the national median. Acceptance rate 87.8%, average SAT score 1163, in-state tuition $8,998.

At a Glance

Total Students

5,599

Retention Rate

85%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

34%

Median Debt

$22,250

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,163

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

550–630

SAT Math (middle 50%)

520–600

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

22–26

Institution Overview

Georgia College & State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 87.8% and a student body of 5,599. The university has a retention rate of 84.5% and a graduation rate of 62%. The median debt for students is $22,250, and 34.4% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Georgia College & State University is $8,998. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $46,362. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $50,644, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $58,140.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$46k

1 YEAR

$51k

5 YEARS

$58k

10 YEARS

Top 31% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Georgia College & State University alumni earn a median salary of $46,362. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $50,644, and ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $58,140. The median debt for graduates is $22,250.

Georgia College & State University has an 87.8% acceptance rate, and 62% of students graduate. The university retains 84.5% of its students. The in-state tuition is $8,998, and 34.4% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 216 / yr
Median Salary $53,509

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 158 / yr
Median Salary $89,092

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 145 / yr
Median Salary $74,083

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 124 / yr
Median Salary $29,203

Marketing

Graduates 110 / yr
Median Salary $49,540

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 89 / yr
Median Salary $64,337

Biology, General

Graduates 87 / yr
Median Salary $32,550

Research and Experimental Psychology

Graduates 82 / yr
Median Salary $32,149

Journalism

Graduates 81 / yr
Median Salary $38,603

Public Health

Graduates 76 / yr
Median Salary $34,113

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 54 / yr
Median Salary $53,560

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

Graduates 51 / yr
Median Salary $67,455

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $26,308

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $65,731

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $39,133

Political Science and Government

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $34,321

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $57,677

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $21,542

Public Administration

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $56,175

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $52,718

History

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $23,907

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $35,952

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Graduates 23 / yr
Median Salary $45,373

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $78,249

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Campus Location

Milledgeville, Georgia

Milledgeville, GA 31061

Georgia College & State University is located in Milledgeville, Georgia. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Georgia College & State University has an acceptance rate of 87.8%.