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Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, GA · Public · Distant town · Website

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Admission rate
88%
Accessible
Average net price
$16,785
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
54%
Median earnings
$59,167
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Georgia Southern University is a public college in Statesboro, GA with 21,790 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, and admitted students average 1053 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $16,785 per year ($14,331 for families earning under $30,000). 54% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $59,167 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
88%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
14,410
Fall 2023
Admitted
12,916
Fall 2023
Yield
37%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing528–583
200800
SAT Math458–550
200800
ACT Composite18–23
136

What Georgia Southern University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$26,248
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$6,022
Out-of-state tuition
$18,070

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$14,331
  • $30–48k$13,825
  • $48–75k$15,576
  • $75–110k$19,375
  • $110k+$21,567

Get a personal estimate with Georgia Southern University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$59,167
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,568
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
21,790
Student–faculty ratio
25:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White54%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black23%
  • Asian2%

Georgia Southern University FAQ

What is Georgia Southern University's acceptance rate?+

Georgia Southern University admits 88% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Georgia Southern University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 528–583 on SAT Reading and Writing and 458–550 on SAT Math; the average total is 1053.

What ACT score do you need for Georgia Southern University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–23.

Is Georgia Southern University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Georgia Southern University?+

In Fall 2023, 14,410 students applied to Georgia Southern University and 12,916 were admitted; 4,753 enrolled.

Does Georgia Southern University consider legacy status?+

No. Georgia Southern University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Georgia Southern University require an essay?+

Georgia Southern University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Georgia Southern University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $26,248 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,785.

What is Georgia Southern University's graduation rate?+

54% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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