Georgia College & State University is a public 4-year college in Milledgeville, Georgia with 5,947 undergraduates. It admits 78% of applicants, costs an average of $20,803 a year after grants and graduates 60% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Georgia College & State University acceptance rate and admissions
Georgia College & State University admitted 78% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 630, math 520 to 600). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Georgia College & State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Oct 15, 2026 (passed) |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Georgia College & State University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Georgia College & State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,176 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $30,062 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,732 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $31,194 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,803 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,803 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,391 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Georgia College & State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Georgia College & State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 60% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $64,452 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 33% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Georgia College & State University majors and what graduates earn
Georgia College & State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 33 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from IT and network administration ($97,653).
All 33 majors at Georgia College & State University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT and network administration | 66 | $62,292 | $97,653 | $25,000 |
| Computer science | 14 | $75,797 | $96,335 | $23,250 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 15 | n/a | $86,894 | n/a |
| Physics | 7 | n/a | $85,089 | n/a |
| Nursing | 144 | $83,201 | $83,058 | $20,000 |
| Business administration | 123 | $57,211 | $71,795 | $25,000 |
| Marketing | 111 | $58,146 | $71,560 | $21,785 |
| Accounting | 56 | $61,998 | $69,875 | $22,618 |
| Mathematics | 6 | n/a | $67,340 | n/a |
| Public health | 46 | $37,576 | $62,386 | $25,000 |
| Political science | 21 | $30,012 | $61,009 | $19,250 |
| Biology | 62 | $32,777 | $58,522 | $24,000 |
| Journalism | 65 | $44,167 | $57,843 | $21,500 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 54 | $32,303 | $55,817 | $21,500 |
| Research and experimental psychology | 94 | $36,887 | $54,441 | $22,139 |
| Special education | 14 | n/a | $54,380 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 53 | $47,525 | $52,509 | $26,000 |
| Environmental science | 15 | $43,391 | $52,478 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 25 | $42,911 | $52,062 | n/a |
| English | 28 | $28,586 | $44,931 | $23,250 |
| History | 22 | $30,723 | $44,795 | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 16 | $23,560 | $37,109 | $25,125 |
| Theater | 9 | n/a | $33,965 | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Linguistics | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Georgia College & State University
21 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 21 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 128 | $53,098 | $34,000 |
| Special education | Master's | 67 | $56,108 | $26,500 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 57 | $59,790 | $26,524 |
| Nursing | Master's | 40 | $95,876 | $41,000 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 31 | $58,772 | $20,500 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 27 | $64,153 | $20,500 |
| Public administration | Master's | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 16 | $86,530 | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 14 | $72,281 | n/a |
| Management information systems | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 10 | $51,144 | n/a |
| Business | Master's | 10 | $97,546 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | Master's | 8 | $52,014 | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 5,947 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 17 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Georgia College & State University?
Georgia College & State University admitted 78% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Georgia College & State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,176 for in-state students and $30,062 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,803 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Georgia College & State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 630 in reading and writing and 520 to 600 in math, and 22 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Georgia College & State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Georgia College & State University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Georgia College & State University?
60% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Georgia College & State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $64,452 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.