Georgia State University is a public 4-year college in Atlanta, Georgia with 26,623 undergraduates. It admits 55% of applicants, costs an average of $12,365 a year after grants and graduates 51% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Georgia State University acceptance rate and admissions
Georgia State University admitted 55% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 480 to 590, math 460 to 590). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Georgia State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Apr 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $60 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Georgia 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 State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $8,664 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $25,320 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,706 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,504 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $12,365 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $12,365 a year after grants and scholarships, $13,139 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 State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Georgia State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,903 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 41% 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 State University majors and what graduates earn
Georgia State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 52 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from insurance ($101,040).
All 52 majors at Georgia State University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance | 24 | $70,639 | $101,040 | $22,875 |
| Computer science | 391 | $76,531 | $100,582 | $18,250 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 40 | $88,864 | $99,457 | $23,618 |
| Business analytics and operations research | 11 | $63,285 | $89,587 | n/a |
| Nursing | 162 | $92,462 | $87,146 | $19,687 |
| Computer and information sciences | 273 | $68,155 | $87,020 | $20,557 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 50 | $57,980 | $84,681 | $20,000 |
| Finance | 219 | $63,321 | $82,688 | $20,000 |
| Accounting | 145 | $55,821 | $81,029 | $21,500 |
| Mathematics | 24 | $50,879 | $68,916 | $23,870 |
| Business administration | 156 | $56,125 | $68,644 | $22,925 |
| Marketing | 270 | $50,224 | $67,872 | $20,573 |
| Real Estate | 38 | $54,335 | $62,120 | $24,930 |
| Physics | 23 | $35,627 | $60,393 | $26,024 |
| Philosophy | 22 | n/a | $60,009 | $19,000 |
| Hospitality management | 24 | $47,740 | $59,089 | $25,250 |
| Political science | 172 | $41,815 | $58,432 | $21,250 |
| Economics | 75 | $47,173 | $58,344 | $24,250 |
| Public Policy Analysis | 30 | $49,225 | $56,842 | $23,500 |
| Nutrition and dietetics | 27 | $35,811 | $56,263 | $19,774 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 99 | $52,550 | $54,899 | $23,750 |
| Journalism | 87 | $38,581 | $54,732 | $24,774 |
| Chemistry | 46 | $37,418 | $53,430 | $25,104 |
| Criminal justice | 143 | $40,441 | $52,857 | $22,000 |
| Romance languages | 10 | $33,239 | $52,415 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 109 | $37,566 | $52,410 | $25,000 |
| Social work | 73 | $39,245 | $52,356 | $25,261 |
| Biology | 336 | $32,551 | $52,222 | $20,500 |
| Neuroscience | 79 | $33,208 | $51,367 | $20,967 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 543 | $37,989 | $50,632 | $22,500 |
| English | 74 | $36,039 | $49,792 | $20,692 |
| Sociology | 118 | $39,012 | $49,333 | $27,898 |
| Psychology | 438 | $35,097 | $49,050 | $22,940 |
| Public health | 110 | $41,330 | $48,896 | $25,000 |
| Communication | 47 | $38,465 | $47,132 | $24,000 |
| Geology and earth sciences | 29 | n/a | $47,111 | $23,544 |
| History | 39 | $29,532 | $46,554 | $27,000 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 35 | n/a | $43,975 | $27,000 |
| Film and photography | 227 | $28,413 | $42,457 | $20,791 |
| Fine and studio arts | 131 | $36,853 | $42,454 | $25,150 |
| Linguistics | 20 | $32,879 | $40,310 | $22,500 |
| Anthropology | 30 | $33,532 | $40,306 | $21,180 |
| Music | 34 | $32,015 | $35,963 | $25,500 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 41 | $42,235 | n/a | $26,000 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 30 | $24,282 | n/a | $26,000 |
| Computer Programming | 21 | n/a | n/a | $23,148 |
| Dental hygiene and assisting | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computational Science | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| American Sign Language | 1 | $41,052 | 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 State University
97 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 97 graduate programs
Students and location
- 26,623 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 59% women, 41% men
- 25 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Georgia State University?
Georgia State University admitted 55% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Georgia State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $8,664 for in-state students and $25,320 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $12,365 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Georgia State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 480 to 590 in reading and writing and 460 to 590 in math, and 19 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Georgia State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Georgia State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Georgia State University?
51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Georgia State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,903 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.