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University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, Georgia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,085

Acceptance Rate

72%

Graduation Rate

38%

Annual Tuition

$5,009

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of North Georgia earn a median of $50,135 ten years after entry — 7% below the national median. Acceptance rate 72.2%, average SAT score 1106, in-state tuition $5,009.

At a Glance

Total Students

15,542

Retention Rate

73%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

21%

Median Debt

$17,750

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,106

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

500–620

SAT Math (middle 50%)

480–590

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

19–25

Institution Overview

The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 72.2% and a student population of 15,542. The university has a retention rate of 72.7% and a graduation rate of 37.7%. The in-state tuition is $5,009, and 20.9% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of the University of North Georgia report median earnings of $43,016 one year after graduation, $43,085 after five years, and $50,135 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $17,750.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$43k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$50k

10 YEARS

Top 59% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of North Georgia alumni earn a median salary of $43,016. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $43,085. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $50,135. The median debt for graduates is $17,750.

The university has a 72.2% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 37.7%, and the retention rate is 72.7%. The percentage of students receiving financial aid is 20.9%. In-state tuition is $5,009.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 839 / yr
Median Salary $37,981

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 215 / yr
Median Salary $99,714

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 189 / yr
Median Salary $47,444

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 172 / yr
Median Salary $52,705

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 170 / yr
Median Salary $47,942

Biology, General

Graduates 150 / yr
Median Salary $31,007

Research and Experimental Psychology

Graduates 128 / yr
Median Salary $30,389

Marketing

Graduates 128 / yr
Median Salary $43,504

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 126 / yr
Median Salary $41,598

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 89 / yr
Median Salary $49,588

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 70 / yr
Median Salary $51,044

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 67 / yr
Median Salary $38,237

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 60 / yr
Median Salary $54,133

Political Science and Government

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $37,227

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $35,733

History

Graduates 56 / yr
Median Salary $38,226

Human Services, General

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $34,032

Radio, Television, and Digital Communication

Graduates 39 / yr
Median Salary $21,149

International Relations and National Security Studies

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $43,564

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $23,530

Information Science/Studies

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $50,539

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $69,621

Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $32,521

Sociology

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $30,576

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Campus Location

Dahlonega, Georgia

Dahlonega, GA 30597

University of North Georgia is located in Dahlonega, Georgia. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of North Georgia has an acceptance rate of 72.2%.