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.

Valdosta, GA

Founded as a normal college for women, Valdosta State University is a public institution in southern Georgia and part of the University System of Georgia. Valdosta State confers degrees in over 100 majors, minors, and certificates. Additionally, VSU...

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VSU is a great institute to further your education. I must say that I am learning a lot. My teachers are great and if I need further assistance they are willing to meet with me during office hours, or e-mail. If this is not enough, VSU has a tutoring...

” – Marcel Smith

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1072

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89%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$12,221

average net price

10,209

number of students

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Savannah College of Art and Design

Savannah, GA

Founded in 1978, the Savannah College of Art and Design is a private arts university with two locations in Georgia, and a study abroad location in Lacoste, France. With a goal of preparing students for creative professions, SCAD grants degrees in...

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I didn't imagine I would learn so much in one year but I have. It makes me excited to see what I will be learning the next 3 years.

” – Julia from Evans, GA

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1162

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82%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$52,737

average net price

16,414

number of students

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Albany State University

Albany, GA

Albany State University is an Historically Black College and University in southwest Georgia and part of the University System of Georgia. A member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, ASU is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Health Professions...

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ASU is a great place for learning. The teachers are very nice. Therefore they help you with your classes. If you are failing and do not understand. They will help you or even waver your grades to help you out. They have a lot of people to help you if...

” – Camille from Columbus, GA

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849

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73%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$13,678

average net price

6,334

number of students

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Savannah State University

Savannah, GA

Founded in 1890, Savannah State University is an Historically Black College and University in east Georgia and the state’s oldest public HBCU. A member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Savannah State grants bachelor’s degrees in 30 academic...

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Savannah State makes tons of learning opportunities available to you, but you have to seek them out on your own. Going to class is not enough! The library has great hours, and there are a dozen tutors on campus. If you utilize these your grades will...

” – Simone from Beaverton, OR

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965

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46%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$9,611

average net price

2,945

number of students

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Columbus State University

Columbus, GA

Originally housed in a renovated hosiery mill, Columbus State University is a public institution in western Georgia. Columbus State encompasses colleges of Business, Letters & Sciences, the Arts, and Education conferring undergrad degrees in 46...

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The teaching staff at Columbus State University is excellent. All of the professors are very knowledgeable, helpful, and do their best to create an experience conductive to learning. All the Professors welcome questions (even in larger classes,)...

” – Alex from Stockbridge, GA

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1009

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88%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$11,855

average net price

7,479

number of students

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Clayton State University

Morrow, GA

Clayton State University is a 4-year public school in the Atlanta metro area and part of the University System of Georgia. Featuring a 214-acre park-like campus, Clayton State confers undergraduate degrees in over 60 academic majors and minors. In...

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The professors at Clayton State are so wonderful. They connect with the students on a personal level which encourages you to want to learn even more. They make sure you get your times worth in class and it's rare you will leave confused

” – Alexa from Stockbridge, GA

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951

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56%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$11,620

average net price

5,847

number of students

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Morehouse College

Atlanta, GA

Founded in 1867, Morehouse College is an Historically Black College and University in Atlanta and a 4-year liberal arts college for men. Morehouse grants bachelor’s degrees in 26 academic majors and the college consistently produces more Rhodes...

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Morehouse College is the perfect instutution. It have excellent teachers that can have individual time with their student becauese of the number of student that attend the college.

” – Trey from Lynn, MA

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1064

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60%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$30,839

average net price

2,567

number of students

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Georgia Southern University-Armstrong Campus

Savannah, GA

Formerly known as Armstrong State University, Georgia Southern University-Armstrong Campus is a residential campus of the University System of Georgia. GSU-Armstrong offers bachelor’s degree programs in over 50 Georgia Southern majors from seven...

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The Science classes are very though, even for Biology majors, but Armstrong is a great college. I love it here. Most of the teachers are available to help you during office hours and there are a ton of places to get help on campus as well.

” – Girl from Calhoun, GA

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1054

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80%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$12,966

average net price

7,041

number of students

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University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA

University of North Georgia is a public university in Dahlonega, an hour north of Atlanta, and is a member of University System of Georgia. The university offers more than 100 programs of study through five academic colleges, boasting 50 academic...

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The classes are small,and your professor knows you by name! It makes it easier to ask questions,and receive help! They offer tutoring and have labs where you can go and receive free help!

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1102

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70%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$11,322

average net price

18,029

number of students

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Berry College

Mount Berry, GA

Berry College is a 4-year liberal arts institution located in Mount Berry, Georgia. Berry became a 4-year, coeducational college in 1926 and has since grown to offer 42 majors and 38 minors for its undergraduate degree population through four schools...

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I am applying what I learn in my animal sciences classes directly into the Dairy where I work. Everything from their nutrition, calving, vaccinations, and surgeries are done first hand by the students. We learn the way things are done in the room...

” – Colleen from Linwood, KS

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1245

average sat composite

66%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$24,605

average net price

2,360

number of students

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Georgia Gwinnett College

Lawrenceville, GA

Founded in 2006, Georgia Gwinnett College is a 4-year public school in the greater Atlanta area and part of the University System of Georgia. Georgia Gwinnett confers undergrad degrees in 18 academic majors and 13 minors. In addition to classroom...

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About 97% of the faculty have PhD's in their field. What other college has that? Plus Student Interaction is one of the fields in which faculty is graded at the end of each year, making student-to-teacher relationships more lasting and helpful for...

” – Gabriel from Snellville, GA

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1004

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94%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$12,292

average net price

11,030

number of students

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Fort Valley State University

Fort Valley, GA

Founded in 1895, Fort Valley State University is a 4-year public public school in central Georgia and an Historically Black College and University. Part of the University System of Georgia, FVSU is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Agriculture...

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College is totally different than high school. You not only learn about academics but you also learn life lessons.

” – Ashley from College Park, GA

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919

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43%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$13,650

average net price

2,605

number of students

Colleges in Georgia

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