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Dahlonega, Georgia 30597

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for business — excellent value

University of North Georgia is a public town institution in Dahlonega, Georgia. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1136.

A large campus of 15.5K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

37% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,135 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,785.

Established
1873
Motto
"Truth and Wisdom"
Type
Public senior military university
Division
Division I

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72%Acceptance
1136SAT Avg
15,542Students
18:1Student:Faculty
37%Grad Rate
$50,135Earnings 10yr
$10,785Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate72.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1136

Reading & WritingMid: 577
520620
MathMid: 555
500595

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
1925

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$5,009
Tuition (out-of-state)$15,441
Room & Board$12,310
Books & Supplies$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance$18,062
Average Net Price$10,785
Median Debt at Graduation$17,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$188

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$7,958
$30–48K$9,023
$48–75K$11,167
$75–110K$13,074
$110K+$13,702

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

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

79.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$9,673

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

102

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

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

Incident Breakdown (2024)

21

Burglary

4

Aggravated Assault

3

Robbery

7

Motor Vehicle Theft

12

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

31

Drug Arrests

23

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (86)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

73%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads
15,542
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
34%
Pell Grant Recipients
28%

Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Black 4%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate36.9%
Freshman Retention72.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$43,085
10 Years$50,135

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#40
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History Main article: History of the University of North Georgia North Georgia College and State University began in 1873 as North Georgia Agricultural College.
  • The college opened classes in 1873 with 177 students, 98 males, and 79 females, making it the first coeducational college in the state.
  • After the college was awarded the power to grant degrees in 1876, the first graduating class received degrees in 1879.
  • The first graduating class of four consisted of three men and one woman, making North Georgia the first public institution in the state to award a degree to a female.
  • The National Defense Act of 1916 that created the ROTC also helped establish the military presence that is felt on the campus today.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

92Average

Estimated from GA state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Atlantapop. 500K
59 mi(102 min)
Charlottepop. 880K
185 mi(321 min)
Nashvillepop. 690K
194 mi(336 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ATL Atlanta66 mi
BHM Birmingham172 mi
CLT Charlotte179 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA883 mi · ~25h 31m drive
New York, NY693 mi · ~20h 1m drive
Hartford, CT791 mi · ~22h 51m drive
Providence, RI847 mi · ~24h 28m drive
Albany, NY786 mi · ~22h 42m drive
Syracuse, NY724 mi · ~20h 55m drive
Rochester, NY687 mi · ~19h 51m drive
Buffalo, NY639 mi · ~18h 28m drive
Philadelphia, PA612 mi · ~17h 41m drive
Pittsburgh, PA463 mi · ~13h 23m drive
Harrisburg, PA556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Newark, NJ686 mi · ~19h 49m drive
Washington, DC489 mi · ~14h 8m drive
Baltimore, MD523 mi · ~15h 7m drive
Atlanta, GA59 mi · ~1h 42m drive
Charlotte, NC185 mi · ~5h 21m drive
Raleigh, NC314 mi · ~9h 4m drive
Miami, FL647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Orlando, FL441 mi · ~12h 44m drive
Tampa, FL463 mi · ~13h 23m drive
Nashville, TN194 mi · ~5h 36m drive
New Orleans, LA476 mi · ~13h 45m drive
Richmond, VA421 mi · ~12h 10m drive
Chicago, IL545 mi · ~15h 45m drive
Detroit, MI541 mi · ~15h 38m drive
Minneapolis, MN873 mi · ~25h 13m drive
St. Louis, MO446 mi · ~12h 53m drive
Kansas City, MO665 mi · ~19h 13m drive
Indianapolis, IN381 mi · ~11h drive
Columbus, OH379 mi · ~10h 57m drive
Cleveland, OH497 mi · ~14h 21m drive
Milwaukee, WI624 mi · ~18h 2m drive
Dallas, TX746 mi · ~21h 33m drive
Houston, TX742 mi · ~21h 26m drive
Austin, TX854 mi · ~24h 40m drive
San Antonio, TX919 mi · ~26h 33m drive
Los Angeles, CA1946 mi · ~56h 13m drive
San Francisco, CA2141 mi · ~61h 51m drive
San Diego, CA1904 mi · ~55h drive
Seattle, WA2164 mi · ~62h 31m drive
Portland, OR2159 mi · ~62h 22m drive
Denver, CO1208 mi · ~34h 54m drive
Phoenix, AZ1606 mi · ~46h 24m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1579 mi · ~45h 37m drive
Honolulu, HI4506 mi · ~130h 10m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

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