Georgia Southwestern State University

Americus, GA • public • II | Peach Belt Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

public

Campus Setting

Town

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,224 • Total: 4,265

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

800 Georgia Southwestern State University Dr.
Americus, GA
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Website

gsw.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,100 (34.1%) • Female: 2,124 (65.9%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	62	1.9%
Black/African American	977	30.3%
Hispanic/Latino	133	4.1%
White	1,764	54.7%
Two or More Races	101	3.1%
International	156	4.8%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

77.2%

1,578 admitted from 2,045 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 470-590
Math: 430-540
Total: 900-1130

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

16-21

Application Types Offered

RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

RD:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

31.9%

4-Year Graduation Rate

19.6%

Freshman Retention Rate

64.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

26.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

In-State

$16,276

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Out-of-State

$27,628

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

In-state: $4,176
Out-of-state: $15,528

Room & Board

$10,850

Books & Supplies

$1,250

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$10,477
$30,001-48,000	$10,935
$48,001-75,000	$13,508
$75,001-110,000	$16,373
$110,001+	$15,415

Students Receiving Pell Grants

74%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Peach Belt Conference

Men's Sports (5)

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer

Women's Sports (5)

Basketball Cross Country Soccer Softball Tennis

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Common questions about Georgia Southwestern State University

What is Georgia Southwestern State University's acceptance rate?

Georgia Southwestern State University accepts 77% of applicants, from 2,045 applications.

How much does Georgia Southwestern State University cost?

Tuition and fees are $4,176 in-state and $15,528 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $10,477 on average after aid.

Does Georgia Southwestern State University require SAT or ACT scores?

Georgia Southwestern State University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Georgia Southwestern State University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 21 on the ACT.

What is Georgia Southwestern State University's graduation rate?

32% of students graduate within six years.