gradeB
Overall Niche Grade
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Academics
gradeB
Value
gradeB
Diversity
gradeA+
Campus
gradeC+
Athletics
gradeA minus
Party Scene
gradeA
Professors
gradeB+
Location
gradeA minus
Dorms
gradeC+
Campus Food
gradeA minus
Student Life
gradeB+
Safety
gradeC
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Georgia State is an above-average public university located in Atlanta, Georgia. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 21,604 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Georgia State acceptance rate is 67%. Popular majors include Psychology, Biology, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. Graduating 55% of students, Georgia State alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $35,200.
About
About Georgia State...
- Common App Accepted
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Compare to Other Colleges
- Georgia
- Atlanta
Georgia State University Rankings
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GSU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
67%
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
1020-1250
ACT Range
19-26
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
Application Website
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Will You Get Into GSU?
Test Scores and High School GPA for Georgia State University
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Net Price
$17,589/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$11,563/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
95%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
70%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.374 responses
58%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.479 responses
56%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.479 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
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Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
60%
On Campus
27%
Online
13%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
21,604Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
7,320
Undergrads Over 25
15%
Pell Grant
57%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
343 responses
Varying
25%
Dedicated and Determined for Success
20%
Unique, progressive and socio-politcally aware
20%
Not enough words the describe the diversity
11%
Unnique
8%
Trying to succeed
6%
Looking to transfer/Mediocre
4%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available —
Poll
50%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.535 responses
Poll
46%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.606 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
381 responses
Diverse
71%
Cultural meltingpot
11%
Constantly improving itself in the right ways
6%
Average
5%
My dream
1%
Fast-paced
1%
Student centric
1%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,300/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
55%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%
80%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.243 responses
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Georgia State University Reviews
Rating 3.73 out of 5 6,223 reviews
Rating 3 out of 5
My experience at GSU has thankfully been free of violence, which is something that is typically common here in ATL. However, the student life, diversity, and party scene are a couple of key things to living on campus, that make it more memorable. As for changes, safety protocols could be even more strict. At GSU, there are accounts of violence and sexual assault more than I’d like to count, whether it be during the day or the night, this is a situation that GSU could have some self improvement on. As for the school itself, several of the professors are not very personable, and it is rare to find the very few professors that genuinely care about their job, their students, and the learning material they teach! Other than that, GSU is in the big city of ATL, and if you are someone who doesn’t mind traveling by foot, making sure you’re self aware in the city, and looking to have connections, it’s down here.
- Sophom*ore
- 3 days ago
Rating 2 out of 5
Overall, Georgia state is ok. Due to its location in downtown Atlanta safety is a tricky concern. I love the student involvement provided, and the activities are always fun! I would love to see more Housing provided and better communication with Financial Aid Office. It really is what you make it because you have the whole downtown at your fingertips, but it is a learning experience. I’ve had many highs and lows but I have definitely and grown into a self-sufficient adult. I would definitely recommend this university if you want a branch out, challenge yourself, and meet many different people.
- Junior
- 15 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Moving from a small city to Georgia States open campus was a really big step, but it was a step in the right direction. The courses aren’t tedious, and the professors are very flexible and understanding. The diversity is harmonious, and the campus life is beautiful, there is so much to see and so much to do. The best part is Georgia State carters to my needs and wants beautifully!
- Sophom*ore
- 14 hours ago
