Overview
Student Population
| Location | Statesboro, Georgia |
| Online | georgiasouthern.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Statesboro, Georgia, Georgia Southern University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 13,858 prospective students applied, and 7,549 were granted admission. Of those admitted 4,253 enrolled in the school. 20,843 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,565 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $4,371 plus fees of $2,092. GS is ranked 724 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Value
GS is rated within the lower 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Georgia Southern University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#724 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#244 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#5 in Best Public Colleges in Georgia
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#47 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1050/1200 |
| ACT | 20/25 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Georgia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,092 |
| Room and Board | $10,030 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,804 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,497 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,092 |
| Room and Board | $10,030 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,804 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,552 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 24% |
| Education | 10% |
| Engineering Technology | 7% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=139931 IPEDS survey data for Georgia Southern University.
Current students may use the Georgia Southern University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.