About Piedmont College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
2,449
Website
www.piedmont.eduAccreditation
SACSCOC
Religious Affiliation
United Church of Christ
On Campus Housing
Yes
A private, United Church of Christ university, Piedmont College is situated in Demorest, GA. Piedmont College covers an area of 300 acres. The foundation of Piedmont College was laid down in the year 1897. Piedmont College believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Lux (Light) and its official colors are dark green and gold. In addition to over 1,283 undergraduate students, PC also boasts of over 1,227 students in its postgraduate courses, taking the total enrollment to over 2,571. The school has an academic staff of 127 who teach various courses to the students. Around 80% of the students are 24 and under at Piedmont College. At PC around 70% are white, 11% are Black or African American, and 8% belong to an unknown race or ethnicity. And, when it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 65% of the students are females and 35% are males. The college has produced several achievers in its 123 years of existence and some of the notable alumni are Lillian Smith, Johnny Mize, Susan Kyle, and Phillip M. Landrum. The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure, which helps in developing the personality of its students. At PC, 230 undergraduate and graduate-level programs, including both residential and online, are offered to the students. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs), ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing), and SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools). Piedmont College has around $52,552,848 in endowment.
Rankings
The ranking of a particular college helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. It is generally considered that the ranking of any college helps a prospective student in a lot of ways. While taking admission to a particular college/university, its ranking helps the student determine various factors that include its research excellence, the performance of its students after completion of the degree, student experience, and academic success. The rankings by US News and Forbes are considered trustworthy by applicants as well as experts. Piedmont College, however, doesn't feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings of US News and Forbes.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
60%
SAT Range
970 - 1180
ACT Range
19 - 25
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Admission to the university is easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. The varsity has 3 admission thresholds. Along with the admission form, the students have to deposit a non-refundable fee to complete the application process. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 960-1160, it would improve her chances. A candidate, in order to take admission to Piedmont College, must score 21 in her ACTs. But, in certain cases, those having ACT scores less than 18 are also given admission. As expected, the candidates can complete the process either online or by visiting the school's office at 1021 Central Ave, Demorest, Georgia 30535-0010. To gather more information, they can call them at (706) 778-3000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$18,625
Average Annual Cost
$25,720
Books And Supplies
$1,500
Other Fees
$200
Room And Board
$10,168
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,890
Total One Year Cost
$40,478
The next two things to keep in mind before applying to PC are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $41,238. The average annual tuition cost ($26,692), books and supplies ($1,544), room and boarding ($10,524), and budget for other expenses ($2,890) are all included in this cost. Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
62%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
57 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
47 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
26 Graduates
Psychology, General
15 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
14 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
13 Graduates
Education, Other
12 Graduates
Biology, General
11 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
9 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
9 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
8 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
7 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
7 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
4 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
4 Graduates
Political Science and Government
4 Graduates
Sociology
4 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
4 Graduates
Health Services/Allied Health/Healt...
3 Graduates
Music
3 Graduates
History
2 Graduates
Mathematics
2 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
1 Graduates
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,263
Socio-Economic Diversity
46%
Part-time
9%
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
$58,219 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 82% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
82%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$5,668/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,500/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,500/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Lions
School Colors
green and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
206
Total Female Athletes
186
Intramural Sports
N/A
Sports Club
N/A
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Cycling
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Cycling
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. A candidate will be needed to pay a normal expense of $10,524 per year for living on campus. Piedmont College has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at PC costs around $4,500 per year. The college considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At PC, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the college are 35% and 65%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,000/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$40,600/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$241 - 301
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$19,292
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,958
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$3,879
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$13,590
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$22,464
$30K - $48K
$22,693
$48K - $75K
$18,691
$75K - $110K
$17,932
> $110K
$16,641
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$3,360,428
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at PC to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average financial aid at Piedmont College is around $15,052 and the federal grant is $4,811. The college provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $3,737 and institutional aid worth $15,052. At PC, the total amount of non-need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $3,360,428 per year.
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