Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Piedmont University is a private institution in Demorest with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1074, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,130 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,893.
Established
1897
Motto
Lux
Mascot
Lion
Type
Private university
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division III
93%Acceptance
1074SAT Avg
1,235Students
12:1Student:Faculty
41%Grad Rate
$49,130Earnings 10yr
$20,893Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate92.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1074
Reading & WritingMid: 565
510600
MathMid: 550
480570
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1824
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$30,680
Room & Board$12,300
Books & Supplies$1,298
Total Cost of Attendance$45,359
Average Net Price$20,893
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$18,494
$30–48K$17,125
$48–75K$17,980
$75–110K$22,397
$110K+$24,251
Programs (71)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,235
Gender Split
68% / 32%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
41%
Race & Ethnicity
White 68%
Black 11%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate41.5%
Freshman Retention77.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$43,761
8 Years$48,441
10 Years$49,130
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$40,500
Men
$49,500
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Source: Wikipedia