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Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, Georgia 30460-8126

Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

Large campusCollege townSports culture

Known for business — major research university

Georgia Southern University is a public institution in Statesboro with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1057, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 21K undergraduates with a 24:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,236 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,531.

Established

1906

Mascot

Gus the EagleFreedom (live bald eagle)

Type

Public research university

Conference

baseball

Division

Division I

Plan Your Visit

90%Acceptance

1057SAT Avg

21,029Students

24:1Student:Faculty

52%Grad Rate

$53,236Earnings 10yr

$16,531Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate89.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1057

Reading & WritingMid: 555

500590

MathMid: 540

480570

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 21

1823

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$5,905

Tuition (out-of-state)$16,959

Room & Board$10,993

Books & Supplies$1,200

Total Cost of Attendance$24,563

Average Net Price$16,531

Median Debt at Graduation$23,250

Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,139

$30–48K$13,922

$48–75K$16,475

$75–110K$19,776

$110K+$20,259

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

60.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

0.6%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,250

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

139

Peer Average

240

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (160)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

77%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads

21,029

Gender Split

57% / 43%

Women / Men

First Generation

25%

Pell Grant Recipients

35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 58%

Black 25%

Hispanic 8%

Asian 2%

Two+ 5%

Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate52.0%

Freshman Retention77.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$44,423

10 Years$53,236

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News

#342

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vs 2024

Washington Monthly

#190

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vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

92Average

Estimated from GA state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 0"Sunny days: 240Rainy days: 85

Nearest Cities

Atlantapop. 500K

176 mi(305 min)

Charlottepop. 880K

201 mi(348 min)

Orlandopop. 310K

270 mi(468 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

JAX Jacksonville134 mi

ATL Atlanta175 mi

CLT Charlotte199 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA903 mi · ~26h 5m drive

New York, NY716 mi · ~20h 41m drive

Hartford, CT817 mi · ~23h 36m drive

Providence, RI864 mi · ~24h 58m drive

Albany, NY831 mi · ~24h drive

Syracuse, NY795 mi · ~22h 58m drive

Rochester, NY775 mi · ~22h 23m drive

Buffalo, NY740 mi · ~21h 23m drive

Philadelphia, PA637 mi · ~18h 24m drive

Pittsburgh, PA563 mi · ~16h 16m drive

Harrisburg, PA607 mi · ~17h 32m drive

Newark, NJ712 mi · ~20h 34m drive

Washington, DC521 mi · ~15h 3m drive

Baltimore, MD555 mi · ~16h 2m drive

Atlanta, GA176 mi · ~5h 5m drive

Charlotte, NC201 mi · ~5h 48m drive

Raleigh, NC293 mi · ~8h 28m drive

Miami, FL470 mi · ~13h 35m drive

Orlando, FL270 mi · ~7h 48m drive

Tampa, FL312 mi · ~9h 1m drive

Nashville, TN385 mi · ~11h 7m drive

New Orleans, LA519 mi · ~15h drive

Richmond, VA431 mi · ~12h 27m drive

Chicago, IL728 mi · ~21h 2m drive

Detroit, MI688 mi · ~19h 53m drive

Minneapolis, MN1063 mi · ~30h 43m drive

St. Louis, MO638 mi · ~18h 26m drive

Kansas City, MO851 mi · ~24h 35m drive

Indianapolis, IN563 mi · ~16h 16m drive

Columbus, OH525 mi · ~15h 10m drive

Cleveland, OH627 mi · ~18h 7m drive

Milwaukee, WI805 mi · ~23h 15m drive

Dallas, TX873 mi · ~25h 13m drive

Houston, TX824 mi · ~23h 48m drive

Austin, TX953 mi · ~27h 32m drive

San Antonio, TX1011 mi · ~29h 12m drive

Los Angeles, CA2099 mi · ~60h 38m drive

San Francisco, CA2308 mi · ~66h 41m drive

San Diego, CA2050 mi · ~59h 13m drive

Seattle, WA2353 mi · ~67h 59m drive

Portland, OR2345 mi · ~67h 45m drive

Denver, CO1386 mi · ~40h 2m drive

Phoenix, AZ1752 mi · ~50h 37m drive

Salt Lake City, UT1756 mi · ~50h 44m drive

Honolulu, HI4658 mi · ~134h 34m drive

Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Nearby Hotels

Mid-Range

Check nearby accommodations

$80-150/night

< 10 mi

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