Overview
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The University of Georgia (UGA), located in Athens, Georgia, approximately 70 miles northeast of Atlanta, serves as the state's flagship public research institution. Founded in 1785 as the nation's first state-chartered university, UGA's main campus spans 762 acres and features a mix of antebellum architecture and modern facilities in a traditional college town setting. The university maintains competitive admission standards and is recognized for its programs in journalism at the Grady College, agriculture, veterinary medicine, and business at the Terry College. UGA operates as a primarily residential campus with multiple student housing options across several districts, and its athletic program competes in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), where the Georgia Bulldogs have achieved particular prominence in football with multiple national championships.
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Georgia is rated within the top 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Georgia within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#165 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Georgia
#137 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1160/1390 |
| ACT | 25/32 |
| GPA | 4.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Georgia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,002 |
| Other Fees | $1,390 |
| Room and Board | $11,246 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,678 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,106 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,002 |
| Other Fees | $1,390 |
| Room and Board | $11,246 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,678 |
| Total One Year Cost | $47,146 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 24% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=139959 IPEDS survey data for University of Georgia.
Current students may use the University of Georgia GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025