Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
62.28%
SAT Average
1,149
ACT Range
19-26
Georgia State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 62.28%. This means approximately 623 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 27,109 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
62.28%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,478 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $23,709 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,535 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,931 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 50.11% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.47% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Georgia State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$23,709
Room and board
$16,328
Books and supplies
$2,000
Other expenses
$4,662
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,535
Average net price
$15,931
Average aid coverage
40%
$10,604 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Georgia State University pays approximately $15,931 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Georgia average of $16,729 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Georgia State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Georgia State University net price
$15,931
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Georgia State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $23,709 and average net price at $15,931. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$23,709
Current net price
$15,931
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
53.72%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,384
Undergraduates
27,109
10-Year Median Earnings - Georgia State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Georgia State University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Georgia State University?
Undergraduates
27,109
Completion rate
53.72%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
50.11%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.47%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 50.11% of Georgia State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.47% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Georgia State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Georgia State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Georgia State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Georgia State University is listed at 33 Gilmer St, Atlanta, GA 30303-3083. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Georgia State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University | 62.28% | $23,709 | $15,931 | $47,384 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
Similar Schools in Atlanta
This local cluster focuses on nearby Atlanta schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Atlanta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgia State University's acceptance rate?
Georgia State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 62.28%.
How much is Georgia State University tuition?
Georgia State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $23,709.
What is Georgia State University's average net price?
Georgia State University's average net price in the local dataset is $15,931.
What is Georgia State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,384 for Georgia State University.
Is Georgia State University accredited?
Georgia State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Georgia State University?
The local dataset lists 27,109 undergraduate students at Georgia State University.
What percentage of Georgia State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Georgia State University in the local dataset is 50.11%.
What is the federal loan rate at Georgia State University?
The federal loan rate for Georgia State University in the local dataset is 41.47%.
Where should I verify Georgia State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Georgia State University or the latest official federal education data.