Georgia Highlands College
About Georgia Highlands College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Georgia Highlands College serves northwest Georgia from Rome and several other campuses. Health services, nursing, business and criminal justice are its largest programs, and it admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1970
Location
Rome, Georgia
Students
4,761
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,120
Out-of-state: $10,080
Avg Net Price
$6,928
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,184
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
20.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
59.3%
4-Year Grad
20.7%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
54.6%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Large
The 20.7% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,120
In-State
$10,080
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,389
After Financial Aid
$6,928
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,473
Receive Grants
41.1%
Take Loans
17%
Tuition is $3,120/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,928.
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 Highlands College fund their education.
While in School
41.1%
Get Grants
Free money
17%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,709
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Georgia Highlands College.
Gender
66.5%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,761
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.8%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
28.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 40.8% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,761
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Georgia Highlands College fields 3 varsity teams with 79 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
79
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
72% / 28%
57
Men
22
Women
2
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Georgia Highlands Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,184
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
39 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$84K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
25 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
23 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$65K
20 grads
4yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$40K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.