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.
Graduation Rate: 32%
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 Georgia Southwestern State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 30th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (GA wage index 0.93). 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 Georgia Southwestern 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $76,025 | $80,811 | -9% | #691 of 966 | #675 | $18,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $49,765 | $65,514 | -4% | #559 of 1176 | #496 | $20,625 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $37,917 | $64,973 | -5% | #120 of 187 | #114 | $25,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $51,890 | $63,928 | -16% | #637 of 796 | #627 | $16,499 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | $57,043 | -38% | #446 of 459 | #443 | — |
| Marketing | $38,580 | $51,176 | -26% | #488 of 516 | #486 | $17,875 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | — | $48,407 | -6% | #238 of 345 | #252 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $38,973 | $48,001 | +1% | #336 of 680 | #345 | $22,241 |
| Sociology | — | $43,457 | -17% | #417 of 462 | #403 | — |
| Psychology | $27,062 | $39,403 | -22% | #984 of 1027 | #987 | $25,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $32,709 | — | — | — | — | $24,350 |
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 Georgia Southwestern State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $149,267
- Avg rent near campus: $1,008/mo — vs ~$522/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 31743 (10.5% cap, De Soto)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,064 | $14,786 |
| Room | $4,700 | |
| Board | $4,874 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $21,074 | $31,796 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,602 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $11,031 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $13,237 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $14,813 |
| $110,001+ | $15,617 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Georgia Southwestern State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology