Gordon State College (Gordon)
Public four-year college in Barnesville, GA that costs an average of $8,779 a year after financial aid, admits 86% of applicants and graduates 22% of full-time students.
PublicTown (distant)2,544 undergraduates
Cost of Gordon
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $15,728 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $3,628 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $11,140 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $10,444 |
| Books and supplies | $2,000 |
| Average net price after aid | $8,779 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $7,927 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $7,879 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $8,470 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $10,523 |
| $110,001+ | $13,286 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Gordon's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 86% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,023 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 450–590 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 440–540 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 15–24 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 22% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 51% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $36,364 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $46,001 |
| Rank in Georgia (earnings) | 41st of 54 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $17,008 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $193 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 47% |
| Students with federal loans | 29% |
Majors and programs at Gordon
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (12)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 114 | $80,957 | $18,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 92 | $43,839 | $18,940 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 90 | $41,695 | $19,273 |
| Biology | 49 | $33,417 | $14,327 |
| Human Services | 59 | $31,666 | $24,388 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 1 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 9 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 11 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 6 | — | — |
| History | 11 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 1 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 16 | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (14)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 86 | $74,993 | $16,647 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 85 | $33,115 | $11,646 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 152 | $28,196 | $14,000 |
| Psychology | 65 | $21,796 | $15,543 |
| Chemistry | 3 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 5 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 11 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 24 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 14 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 11 | — | — |
| Engineering | 15 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | — | — | — |
| Sociology | 4 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 15 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Georgia
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Southwestern State University | Americus | $10,170 | 75% | $55,890 |
| Fort Valley State University | Fort Valley | $12,421 | 66% | $41,857 |
| Savannah State University | Savannah | $7,542 | — | $44,180 |
| Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College | Tifton | $6,874 | 76% | $41,999 |
| Clayton State University | Morrow | $8,868 | 68% | $54,701 |
| Dalton State College | Dalton | $2,353 | — | $46,083 |
| Augusta University | Augusta | $12,017 | 86% | $52,071 |
| Columbus State University | Columbus | $15,711 | 99% | $49,706 |
About Gordon
| Type | Public four-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | Barnesville, GA |
| Setting | Town (distant) |
| Undergraduates | 2,544 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 20 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Website | gordonstate.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is Gordon's acceptance rate?
Gordon State College admits 86% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,023 on the SAT.
How much does Gordon cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $15,728 a year (tuition and fees: $3,628 in-state, $11,140 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $8,779 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $7,927.
How much do Gordon graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $46,001 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 41st of 54 similar colleges in Georgia. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($80,957 a year after graduation).
What is Gordon's graduation rate?
22% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 51% of first-year students return for a second year.