Acceptance Rate
38%
Avg. SAT
1480
75th percentile
“Georgia's oldest public university fuses Southern traditions, booming Greek life, and championship athletics in vibrant Athens.”
Athens, GA
Location
Midsize City
Campus Setting
Chartered in 1785 as the nation's first state-chartered university, the University of Georgia grew from a single building in Athens into a sprawling flagship campus that anchors the state's higher education. Students who dive into spirited traditions and build wide social circles flourish here, while those seeking quiet introspection might feel lost amid the crowds. The school's personality radiates Deep South pride—think live bulldog mascots and fervent football loyalty—balanced by Athens's eclectic music heritage. This midsize city pulses with indie bands and coffee shops just steps from campus, creating a blend of college energy and local quirkiness. Tradeoffs include fierce competition for in-state spots and a scale that can make personal connections harder to forge.
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Academics
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In classrooms, you'll encounter professors who blend lectures with hands-on projects, especially in standouts like the Terry College of Business or Grady College of Journalism, where students pitch stories to real outlets from day one. Research thrives at this R1 powerhouse, with undergrads tackling everything from agricultural biotech to ecology fieldwork through programs like the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities. The 17:1 student-faculty ratio means smaller seminars in upper years, but intro classes pack hundreds into Hoke Smith or Peabody Hall. Veterinary medicine and pharmacy draw top talent, though popular majors like finance demand high GPAs for entry. Intellectual life hums with debates at the Tate Student Center, tempered by the reality of a massive public where advising waits can stretch.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
32,399 undergrad • 10,747 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
64%
Black / African American
7%
Hispanic / Latino
7%
Asian
11%
Other / Multi-racial
11%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Athens, GA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
A typical week kicks off with tailgates brewing before midterms, morphing into Greek mixers or a cappella shows by Friday—about a third of students join one of 60 sororities or fraternities. Traditions like the Dawg Walk, where fans parade the live mascot Uga to Sanford Stadium, cement football as religion, with Between the Hedges games drawing 93,000 roaring voices. Residential life spans modern honors dorms like Creswell away from rowdier quads, fostering everything from intramural soccer leagues to midnight philosophy clubs. Athens amplifies the vibe: hike the trails at Sandy Creek Park or catch shows at the Georgia Theatre, where R.E.M. got its start. Challenges hit with humid summers that empty campus and a party reputation that tempts some off track, though high graduation rates show most stay focused.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
Southeastern Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
94%
4 Years Graduation Rate
74%
6 Years Graduation Rate
88%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$68,726
94% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Georgia and return in the fall. 74% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 88% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
74%
4-5 years
14%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
11%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$9,790
Acceptance
38%
Undergrads
32,399
4-Year Grad Rate
74%
Endowment
$1.8B
Athens, GA 30602
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