Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Athens State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 36% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 66th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AL wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Athens State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $78,435 | $102,639 | +11% | #107 of 459 | #55 | $22,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $49,436 | $67,349 | -1% | #468 of 1176 | #201 | $20,834 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $46,577 | $63,516 | -17% | #646 of 796 | #469 | $22,073 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | $63,754 | $63,342 | -9% | #24 of 37 | #19 | $20,320 |
| Mathematics | $57,584 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Biology | $36,907 | $56,511 | -1% | #469 of 841 | #212 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $50,903 | $55,507 | +5% | #169 of 476 | #60 | $20,832 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $44,130 | $52,775 | -22% | #182 of 187 | #160 | $22,940 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $42,403 | $49,331 | -4% | #208 of 345 | #96 | $22,366 |
| English Language and Literature | $40,917 | $47,773 | -2% | #321 of 576 | #104 | $18,280 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | — | $47,683 | -14% | #555 of 660 | #395 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | $43,668 | $47,550 | -6% | #134 of 177 | #75 | $23,144 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $40,948 | $44,214 | -7% | #519 of 680 | #322 | $17,984 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $38,006 | $40,502 | -2% | #240 of 423 | #107 | — |
| Psychology | $34,324 | $34,242 | -32% | #1022 of 1027 | #1006 | $22,180 |
| Education | $31,706 | — | — | — | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Athens State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $251,770
- Avg rent near campus: $1,272/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35601 (5.0% cap, Decatur)
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🏆 Where Athens State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,530 | $15,060 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Athens State University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology