Georgia Gwinnett College
About Georgia Gwinnett College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Georgia Gwinnett College is a public college in Lawrenceville, Georgia, in the Atlanta metro area. It is one of the newest four-year colleges in Georgia and serves a diverse student body with programs in business, IT, education, and the sciences.
Founded
2005
Location
Lawrenceville, Georgia
Students
11,344
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
95.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
21.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,532
Out-of-state: $13,844
Avg Net Price
$15,844
After financial aid
SAT Average
1008
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$47,730
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
May 1
Georgia Gwinnett College accepts the majority of applicants at 95.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1008/ 1600
Average: 1008 out of 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Average: 20 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
21.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
63.4%
4-Year Grad
4%
6-Year Grad
21%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
74%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 4% graduation rate is below average, but 63.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,532
In-State
$13,844
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,220
Books & Supplies
$1,420
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,547
After Financial Aid
$15,844
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,356
Receive Grants
51.8%
Take Loans
24.7%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,547/yr for in-state students, including $15,220 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,844. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $13,844.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Georgia Gwinnett College fund their education.
While in School
51.8%
Get Grants
Free money
24.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,959
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,076
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$213/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 24.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,076. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Georgia Gwinnett College.
Gender
59.2%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,344
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
35.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
17.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 35.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
11,344
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Georgia Gwinnett College fields 4 varsity teams with 131 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Continental
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
131
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
74
Men
57
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Georgia Gwinnett Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,730
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$40K
336 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$39K
140 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
123 grads
Biology, General
$61K
94 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
66 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
65 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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