Colleges in Georgia

There are 77 accredited colleges and universities in Georgia. They admit an average of 67% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $19,425 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.

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By Admit Coach editorial · GPTKIDS LLC · Methodology · Updated August 2026

Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.

Top Colleges in Georgia

The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Georgia. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.

UniversityLocationAcceptance Rate
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main CampusAtlanta, GA14%
University of GeorgiaAthens, GA37%
Emory UniversityAtlanta, GA11%
Spelman CollegeAtlanta, GA34%
Oglethorpe UniversityAtlanta, GA60%
Mercer UniversityMacon, GA66%
Agnes Scott CollegeDecatur, GA67%
Berry CollegeMount Berry, GA62%
Luther Rice College & SeminaryLithonia, GA34%
Thomas UniversityThomasville, GA43%
Georgia State UniversityAtlanta, GA62%
Covenant CollegeLookout Mountain, GA82%
University of West GeorgiaCarrollton, GA49%
Toccoa Falls CollegeToccoa Falls, GA64%
Kennesaw State UniversityKennesaw, GA69%
Savannah College of Art and DesignSavannah, GA84%
Point UniversityWest Point, GA68%
University of North GeorgiaDahlonega, GA72%
Morehouse CollegeAtlanta, GA51%
Georgia College & State UniversityMilledgeville, GA88%
Augusta UniversityAugusta, GA89%
Clayton State UniversityMorrow, GA71%
Georgia Southwestern State UniversityAmericus, GA77%
Valdosta State UniversityValdosta, GA84%
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural CollegeTifton, GA77%
Brenau UniversityGainesville, GA87%
Fort Valley State UniversityFort Valley, GA63%
Piedmont UniversityDemorest, GA93%
Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GA90%
Andrew CollegeCuthbert, GA51%

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Most Affordable Colleges in Georgia

Universities in Georgia with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).

UniversityLocationAvg Net Price
Dalton State CollegeDalton, GA$5,012
Atlanta Metropolitan State CollegeAtlanta, GA$5,258
College of AthensWatkinsville, GA$5,948
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural CollegeTifton, GA$6,842
Georgia Highlands CollegeRome, GA$6,928
Beulah Heights UniversityAtlanta, GA$7,311
Gordon State CollegeBarnesville, GA$8,105
Savannah State UniversitySavannah, GA$8,172
Clayton State UniversityMorrow, GA$8,365
South Georgia State CollegeDouglas, GA$8,767
East Georgia State CollegeSwainsboro, GA$9,626
University of North GeorgiaDahlonega, GA$9,823

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Frequently Asked Questions

How many colleges are in Georgia?

There are 77 accredited colleges and universities in Georgia in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 67% of applicants and cost about $19,425 per year after aid.

What is the best college in Georgia?

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is the highest nationally ranked university in Georgia. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 77 Georgia colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.

What is the average cost of college in Georgia?

The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Georgia is about $19,425 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.

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