South Georgia State College
About South Georgia State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
South Georgia State College teaches from Douglas and Waycross in the pine country of south Georgia. Business, special education, nursing and biology are its largest programs, and it admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1906
Location
Douglas, Georgia
Students
1,466
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
16.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,314
Out-of-state: $10,274
Avg Net Price
$8,767
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,697
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
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
16.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
16.2%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
63.4%
$/Student
$6.8K
Class Size
Large
The 16.2% 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
$3,314
In-State
$10,274
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,928
Books & Supplies
$760
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,177
After Financial Aid
$8,767
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,553
Receive Grants
52.4%
Take Loans
27.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $16,177/yr for in-state students, including $9,928 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $8,767. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $10,274.
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 South Georgia State College fund their education.
While in School
52.4%
Get Grants
Free money
27.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,804
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$122/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,500, 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 South Georgia State College.
Gender
65%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,466
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
32.3%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
16.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 32.3% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,466
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
South Georgia State College fields 4 varsity teams with 83 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
83
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
51
Men
32
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of South Georgia State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,697
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
$40K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Special Education and Teaching
—
23 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
12 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
5 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
4 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.