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
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
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
Programs (160)
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
8 Years$49,438
10 Years$53,236
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,100
Men
$50,900
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Source: Wikipedia