About Georgia State University
Type
Public
4 Years
Student Population
34,316
Website
www.gsu.eduAccreditation
SACSCOC
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
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Rankings
As long as US universities are concerned, the rankings which are provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere. The two popular publications, US News and Forbes, are among the most trusted publications when it comes to the rankings of an educational institution. The ranking of a university plays an important role in helping a prospective candidate choosing the right university. It helps them assess the university's performance based on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. However, it is to be noted that Georgia State University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings by these two publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
71%
SAT Range
1060 - 1250
ACT Range
21 - 26
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
The students can make the most out of the admission process as the admission at the university is fairly easy. The varsity has 4 admission thresholds. Candidates are required to fill the form and submit a fee of $60, as part of the admission process at GSU. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 1060-1250, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at Georgia State University is 23. However, those getting an ACT score less than 20 might also be offered admission. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 33 gilmer st, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-3083. They can also call them at (404) 413-2000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$14,501
Average Annual Cost
$6,984
Books And Supplies
$1,600
Other Fees
$2,128
Room And Board
$14,392
Budget For Other Expenses
$910
Total One Year Cost
$26,014
The next two things to keep in mind before applying to GSU are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $36,189. For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
23:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
84%
Part-Time Retention Rate
50%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$7,517
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Psychology, General
503 Graduates
Biology, General
306 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
273 Graduates
Journalism
261 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
226 Graduates
Marketing
222 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
210 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
191 Graduates
Political Science and Government
191 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
184 Graduates
Sociology
181 Graduates
Computer Science
176 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
174 Graduates
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
163 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
153 Graduates
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
142 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
136 Graduates
Economics
131 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
114 Graduates
Hospitality Administration/Manageme...
91 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
87 Graduates
Chemistry
81 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
78 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
72 Graduates
Public Policy Analysis
64 Graduates
History
63 Graduates
Social Work
62 Graduates
Business/Managerial Economics
55 Graduates
Management Sciences and Quantitativ...
53 Graduates
Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...
48 Graduates
Mathematics
45 Graduates
Teaching English or French as a Sec...
41 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
37 Graduates
Philosophy
36 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
36 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
34 Graduates
Insurance
32 Graduates
Anthropology
31 Graduates
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Se...
26 Graduates
Physics
24 Graduates
Music
23 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
17 Graduates
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...
15 Graduates
Real Estate
15 Graduates
Geography and Cartography
8 Graduates
Human Development, Family Studies,...
7 Graduates
General Sales, Merchandising and Re...
5 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
1 Graduates
International Business
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
27,231
Socio-Economic Diversity
49%
Part-time
23%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$72,190 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
N/A
Undergrads in College Housing
21%
Averege Housing Cost
$10,924/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,868/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$3,868/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Panther
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Sun Belt Conference
Total Male Athletes
219
Total Female Athletes
159
Intramural Sports
15
Sports Club
38
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Beach Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. At GSU, $14,958 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The students at Georgia State University have several dining and meal plan options to choose from. Moreover, the average meal plan costs around $3,868 per year. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The university has enrolled around 41% male and 59% female students.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$35,200/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$43,300/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$135 - 337
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$9,960
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,946
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$6,805
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,986
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$11,440
$30K - $48K
$10,986
$48K - $75K
$7,897
$75K - $110K
$5,949
> $110K
$5,716
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$98,684,050
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$89,286,718
In case the students at Georgia State University face any financial issues concerning the fees and cost of living, and find the same to be high, they can seek help from the financial aid department of the varsity. It focuses on settling the issues that students face, and candidates can be assisted with scholarships, grants, and student loans. The average financial aid at Georgia State University is around $6,271 and the federal grant is $5,088. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $6,990 as well as institutional aid worth $6,271. At GSU, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $98,684,050 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $89,286,718.
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