Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
92.84%
SAT Average
1,074
ACT Range
18-24
Piedmont University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 92.84%. This means approximately 928 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,235 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
92.84%
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 | $30,680 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $30,680 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $45,359 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,893 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 41.45% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 67.95% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Piedmont University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$30,680
Room and board
$12,300
Books and supplies
$1,298
Other expenses
$3,630
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$45,359
Average net price
$20,893
Average aid coverage
54%
$24,466 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Piedmont University pays approximately $20,893 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Georgia average of $16,729 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Piedmont University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Piedmont University net price
$20,893
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Piedmont University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $30,680 and average net price at $20,893. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$30,680
Current net price
$20,893
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)
41.46%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,130
Undergraduates
1,235
10-Year Median Earnings - Piedmont University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Piedmont University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Piedmont University?
Undergraduates
1,235
Completion rate
41.46%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
41.45%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
67.95%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 41.45% of Piedmont University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 67.95% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Piedmont 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 Piedmont University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Piedmont 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
Piedmont University is listed at 1021 Central Ave, Demorest, GA 30535-0010. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Piedmont 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont University | 92.84% | $30,680 | $20,893 | $49,130 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont University's acceptance rate?
Piedmont University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 92.84%.
How much is Piedmont University tuition?
Piedmont University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $30,680.
What is Piedmont University's average net price?
Piedmont University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,893.
What does Piedmont University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,494 for Piedmont University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Piedmont University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,130 for Piedmont University.
Is Piedmont University accredited?
Piedmont University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Piedmont University?
The local dataset lists 1,235 undergraduate students at Piedmont University.
What percentage of Piedmont University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Piedmont University in the local dataset is 41.45%.
What is the federal loan rate at Piedmont University?
The federal loan rate for Piedmont University in the local dataset is 67.95%.
Where should I verify Piedmont University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Piedmont University or the latest official federal education data.