C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
22/100 · earnings-weighted

Middle Georgia State University

4-Year Public
📍 Macon, Georgia 31206
Middle Georgia State University campus, Macon, GA
Middle Georgia State University campus, Macon, GA. Photo: Michael Rivera, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 26%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
F
28/100

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

8,033
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Acceptance Rate
$13,326
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Middle Georgia State University ▼

13% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$77,971
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,155
1-Year Change
+4.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Middle Georgia State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,863
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$39,624
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,000
Median debt at graduation
25.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,083
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
42.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 10th 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 Middle Georgia 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services—$96,123+40%#3 of 13#3—
Air Transportation$41,028$93,627+9%#13 of 52#13$19,500
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$70,650$72,255-19%#929 of 966#934$16,425
Business Administration, Management and Operations$49,052$66,797-2%#493 of 1176#442$23,000
Computer and Information Sciences$47,825$62,734-32%#425 of 459#419$21,422
Biology$35,281$60,578+6%#313 of 841#254$22,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$35,930$52,719-5%#411 of 660#380$26,474
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$41,634$51,369+8%#195 of 680#178$22,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services$34,613$46,999-20%#247 of 275#243$27,225
Psychology$28,262$46,976-7%#703 of 1027#625$22,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$45,671-14%#372 of 476#376$15,548
Community Organization and Advocacy$38,638$40,971-21%#23 of 24#23$27,000
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs$28,024————$24,750

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.

For parents & investors

The Middle Georgia State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $77,971
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,155/mo — vs ~$601/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 31206 (11.6% cap, Macon)

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🏆 Where Middle Georgia State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 10 schools
#9
Criminal Justice and Corrections, General
of 14 schools
#19
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
of 22 schools
#21
Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing
of 23 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,600 $13,200
Room $5,410
Board $3,440
Total Cost (On-Campus) $21,675 $31,275

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
41%
Take Out Loans
$13,326
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,194
$30,001 - $48,000$13,045
$48,001 - $75,000$14,948
$75,001 - $110,000$17,887
$110,001+$18,331

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 184 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 179 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 132 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 119 grads/yr Psychology, General 97 grads/yr Information Technology 91 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 77 grads/yr Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician 56 grads/yr Criminal Justice and Corrections, General 54 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 49 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 44 grads/yr Adult Health Nurse/Nursing 38 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 38 grads/yr Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing 36 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 25 grads/yr History, General 22 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 22 grads/yr Social Work 21 grads/yr Rehabilitation Science 19 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 17 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Middle Georgia State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

8,033
Total Students
55%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)
13%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 8%
Black 31%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 51%
Off-Campus (Renters) 13%
With Family 35%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,076 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Middle Georgia State University?
Middle Georgia State University has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Middle Georgia State University?
Tuition at Middle Georgia State University is $3,600 for in-state students and $13,200 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,326.
What is the graduation rate at Middle Georgia State University?
The graduation rate at Middle Georgia State University is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Middle Georgia State University a good school?
Middle Georgia State University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • 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
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Middle Georgia State University?
Middle Georgia State University has a total enrollment of 8,033 students.
Is there rental demand near Middle Georgia State University?
Yes! Approximately 13% of students at Middle Georgia State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,076 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology