Colleges in Georgia

Georgia is located in the southern region of the US and is otherwise known as the “Peach State.” The capital, Atlanta, is an integral cog in the global economic system and is home to the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest airport. When it comes to colleges in Georgia, there are an array of public and private institutions, a number of which have liberal arts curricula. The University System of Georgia has 26 public institutions and all attending students are eligible for Georgia’s unique HOPE Scholarships. The Technical College System of Georgia operates 22 technical colleges. The Peach State claims one of the three oldest public universities, the University of Georgia, having been the first created by state charter in 1785. On top of that, Georgia also has the Savannah Historic District, CDC Museum, and Center for Civil and Human Rights.

Athens, GA

The University of Georgia is a land- and sea-grant public research university in Athens, GA. Founded in 1785, University of Georgia is one of three public universities to hold the title of the oldest public university in the US. With 17 different...

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At UGA you get what you sign up for. I am currently taking 15 hours and all 15 of those are spent taking serious notes and paying close attention to learn the new material. I am learning new stuff everyday and am tested on it every 3 weeks. Coming...

” – Paige from Blythewood, SC

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4 Year

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$16,580

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40,607

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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Atlanta, GA

Georgia Institute of Technology, more commonly known as Georgia Tech, is a 4-year research institution offering technology-focused education based out of Atlanta, GA. The institution has a number of instructional sites, including online and physical...

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Georgia Tech will teach you skills for both inside and outside of the classroom. No matter what your major might be, you will be challenged to do your very best and you will learn how you operate as a student. By the end of your first year at Tech...

” – Alexandria from Hoschton, GA

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1418

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17%

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4 Year

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$17,140

average net price

45,296

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Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA

Georgia State University is a 4-year public university with seven campuses throughout Atlanta and the largest university in the state by enrollment. GSU features 10 colleges and schools conferring degrees in over 100 areas of study. Additionally, the...

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The professors here at Georgia State are very supportive and understanding. they actually take time to meet with student before and after class sessions so we may get a better understanding.

” – Derrica from Doraville, GA

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1153

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4 Year

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Major city

campus setting

$17,750

average net price

36,516

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Emory University Goizueta Business School

Atlanta, GA

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Emory University

Atlanta, GA

Emory University is a liberal arts institution located in Atlanta, Georgia, with a second campus in Oxford. The 600-acre campus in the Druid Hills neighborhood is home to four undergraduate and seven graduate colleges, as well as over a dozen...

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At Emory university every class is a challenge that you can handle if you apply yourself properly. You can not assume that whatever you did in high school will work here as well, but if you are accepted you should feel confident that you can handle...

” – Sophia from PA

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

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$25,672

average net price

14,841

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Mercer University

Macon, GA

Mercer University is one of America’s oldest and most distinctive institutions of higher learning, offering rigorous programs that span the undergraduate liberal arts to doctoral level degrees. While offering a breadth of programs found at much...

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Mercer provides students' a comprehensive liberal arts education comprised of engaging discussions, service learning and professors who care about your overall well-being. Classes are primarily discussion based and allow for student input and one-on...

” – Molly from Garnet Valley, PA

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1274

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

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Small city

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$21,693

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8,889

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Clark Atlanta University

Atlanta, GA

Formed by the merger of Clark College and Atlanta University, Clark Atlanta University is an Historically Black College and University affiliated with the United Methodist Church in Atlanta. CAU is home to colleges of Business Administration...

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try to go to all your classes and get to know the professors because they can really help you out if you're having trouble.

” – Tia from Atlanta, GA

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1006

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56%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

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campus setting

$29,100

average net price

4,000

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Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA

One of the top 50 largest public schools in the United States, the third-largest university in the state, Kennesaw State University is a 4-year institution with two campuses in the Atlanta metro area. KSU is home to 13 colleges granting degrees in...

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There are some excellent professors here who are experts in their field. The difference between KSU and some other large universities is that most of the professors here truly do love to teach and it is evident in their classes. In some of the...

” – Caitlyn from Kennesaw, GA

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1144

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68%

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type of institution

4 Year

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Suburb or town

campus setting

$18,586

average net price

43,190

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Spelman College

Atlanta, GA

Spelman College is an historically Black college and the first in history for women only, which is still the college's primary focus today. The most selective women's college in the nation, Spelman has also topped US News & World Report's list of...

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It's EXPENSIVE...but well worth it...to afford it, just keep on top...better yet, AHEAD, of your scholarship searches and info...you'll make it just fine...

” – Chastity from College Grove, TN

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1167

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28%

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Private

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4 Year

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$43,920

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3,102

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University of West Georgia

Carrollton, GA

The University of West Georgia is a public, 4-year, R3 doctoral research university. UWG offers over 85 academic programs, and is home to an Honors College. UWG is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and...

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There are always those easy classes, but for the ones that aren't so easy--learn how to use your time wisely.

” – Stephanie from Temple, GA

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1020

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80%

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$15,749

average net price

11,893

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Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, GA

Founded in 1906 as a land-grant college, Georgia Southern University is a public research institution and part of the University System of Georgia. GSU’s main campus at Statesboro is situation on 900 acres of land and offers more than 50...

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I've only talk to a few professors, but i have already learned a lot.

” – Ivory from Union City, GA

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1129

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Public

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4 Year

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$15,463

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25,481

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Wesleyan College

Macon, GA

Wesleyan College is a private, 4-year, women’s institution. Founded in 1836, Wesleyan was the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to woman, and its 200-acre, wooded campus has since been added to the National Register of Historic...

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Each class offers its own, unique challenge for students. With a 10 to 1 student to professor ratio, the discussions are dynamic and intellectually stimulating. Faculty offer the best quality of education possible, and are determined to see you...

” – Francesca from Macon, GA

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1032

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$12,117

average net price

660

number of students

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