Georgia State University-Perimeter College is a public 2-year college in Atlanta, Georgia with 13,693 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, costs an average of $9,240 a year after grants and graduates 23% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Georgia State University-Perimeter College acceptance rate and admissions
Georgia State University-Perimeter College admitted 91% of applicants for fall 2024.
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 400 to 520, math 360 to 500). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Georgia State University-Perimeter College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $3,200 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $10,544 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $15,947 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,240 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $9,240 a year after grants and scholarships, $6,707 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-Perimeter College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Georgia State University-Perimeter College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 23% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- 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.
Trade and career programs at Georgia State University-Perimeter College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 29 | $74,479 | $65,066 | $21,003 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 13,693 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 62% women, 38% men
- 23 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-Perimeter College?
Georgia State University-Perimeter College admitted 91% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Georgia State University-Perimeter College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $3,200 for in-state students and $10,544 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $9,240 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Georgia State University-Perimeter College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 400 to 520 in reading and writing and 360 to 500 in math, and 15 to 21 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Georgia State University-Perimeter College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Georgia State University-Perimeter College 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-Perimeter College?
23% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Georgia State University-Perimeter College 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.