C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

Young Harris College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Young Harris, Georgia 30582
Young Harris College campus, Young Harris, GA
Young Harris College campus, Young Harris, GA. Photo: KudzuVine, Public domain 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: 46%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
A+
91/100
Prestige
D
30/100

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

1,420
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
64%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Young Harris College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$47,195
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,389
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
41.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
20.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 57% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 25th 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 Young Harris College

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
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$51,699-24%#1054 of 1176#1051$23,250
Biology—$49,532-13%#699 of 841#681$23,000
Psychology—$40,907-19%#949 of 1027#951$27,000

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 Young Harris College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $394,206
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo — vs ~$833/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 30546 (4.7% cap, Hiawassee)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $30,800 $30,800
Room $7,500
Board $5,500
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,498 $49,498

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,420
Total Students
62%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 6%
Black 8%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 91%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Young Harris College?
Young Harris College has an acceptance rate of 64%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Young Harris College?
Tuition at Young Harris College is $30,800 for in-state students and $30,800 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Young Harris College?
The graduation rate at Young Harris College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Young Harris College a good school?
Young Harris College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Young Harris College?
Young Harris College has a total enrollment of 1,420 students.

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