Middle Georgia State University
About Middle Georgia State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Middle Georgia State University is a public university in Macon, Georgia, with five campuses across central Georgia. It offers affordable programs in IT, aviation, nursing, and business.
Founded
1884
Location
Macon, Georgia
Students
7,245
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
99.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
25.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,038
Out-of-state: $16,390
Avg Net Price
$12,361
After financial aid
SAT Average
1083
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$40,863
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
Rolling
Middle Georgia State University accepts the majority of applicants at 99.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1083/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
25.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.3%
4-Year Grad
10%
6-Year Grad
26%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
74.5%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 10% graduation rate is below average, but 65.3% 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
$5,038
In-State
$16,390
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,350
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,617
After Financial Aid
$12,361
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,668
Receive Grants
42.9%
Take Loans
32.9%
The full cost of attendance is about $19,617/yr for in-state students, including $9,350 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,361. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $16,390.
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 Middle Georgia State University fund their education.
While in School
42.9%
Get Grants
Free money
32.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,992
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 32.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,000. 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 Middle Georgia State University.
Gender
52.9%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,574
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
671
Graduates
35.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
27.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
6,574
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Middle Georgia State University fields 7 varsity teams with 189 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Southern States
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
189
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
105
Men
84
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Middle Georgia State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,863
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
153 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$49K
135 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$48K
134 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$28K
126 grads
1yr Earnings
Air Transportation
$41K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$42K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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