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University of Georgia

University of Georgia is a large, public institution located in Athens, ga. Founded in 1785, University of Georgia offers undergraduate degrees in 362 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 30,566 undergraduates
cost $11,180 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Georgia? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 42.6%
SAT score average 1335
ACT score average 29
Average high school GPA 4.14
Application fee $70
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Key deadlines

June
30
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15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Georgia is known for one of its top majors: Biology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Public Policy and Administration
Computer Science and Information Technology
Health and Medical Professions
Law and Legal Studies

Popular majors

Biology, General
Finance and Financial Management Services
Psychology, General
Marketing
Management Information Systems and Services
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
International Relations and National Security Studies

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,180
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,904
Books & supplies $888
Other expenses $4,570
Cost of attendance* $27,542
Average financial aid package $14,107
Estimated cost $13,435 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $30,220
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,904
Books & supplies $888
Other expenses $4,570
Cost of attendance* $46,582
Average financial aid package $14,107
Estimated cost $32,475 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Georgia has a total undergraduate enrollment of 30,566, with gender binary students split 42% male and 58% female.

Total enrollment

41,615

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
52%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
6%
Asian %
10%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
24%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Georgia, students love their Socials Fraternities and Sororities, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map Administration Building, Athens, GA 30602
phone 706-542-3000
address www.uga.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Socials fraternities and sororities

Dungeons and dragons club at uga

Dogs for paws

Entertainment media industries club

Indian cultural exchange

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Georgia to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Georgia?

University of Georgia is located in Athens, ga.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Georgia? 

The acceptance rate for University of Georgia is 43%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Georgia?

The average high school GPA for University of Georgia students was 4.14.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Georgia?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Georgia including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $110,168.

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