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See costs, majors, and admissions information.\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/schools\/georgia-southwestern-state-university\/\",\n \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/schools\/georgia-southwestern-state-university\/\"\n },\n \"publisher\": {\n \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n \"name\": \"EDsmart\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\"\n },\n \"author\": {\n \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n \"name\": \"EDsmart\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\"\n },\n \"articleBody\": \"Georgia Southwestern State University is a public university in Americus, GA ranked #1470 nationally by EDsmart, earning an overall grade of C+, enrolling about 2,424 undergraduates, and with an acceptance rate near 75.2%. Students most often pursue Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing and Accounting and Related Services. Academically, students benefit from a 18:1 student-faculty ratio, 57.6% first-year retention, and 40.6% six-year graduation. Peer cohorts and advising networks provide scaffolding that keeps newcomers anchored during demanding semesters. Families typically invest $12,019, about $4,979 less than the national median. EDsmart calculates return on investment at -12.5%, roughly 97.8 points below typical outcomes. Six years after enrolling, alumni report median earnings of $42,047. That's about $1,641 below national results. It's a compelling fit for students who appreciate an encouraging campus with room to explore.\"\n }\n ]\n}\n <\/script>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n \n <header class=\"page-header\">\n <div class=\"header-content\" style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center;\">\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/\" class=\"logo\">ED<span style=\"color: var(--ast-global-color-5);\">smart<\/span><\/a>\n <button class=\"hamburger\" aria-label=\"Toggle navigation menu\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n <span><\/span>\n <span><\/span>\n <span><\/span>\n <\/button>\n <nav>\n <ul class=\"header-nav\">\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/schools\/\">School Search<\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/colleges\/\">Colleges<\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/degrees\/\">Degrees<\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/accredited-online-colleges\/\">Online Colleges<\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/newsroom\/\">Newsroom<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/nav>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/edsmart.collegedegrees.com\/app\/experience\/?publisher=edsmart.org&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.edsmart.org%2Fschools%2F°ree=general&category=general\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"padding: 10px 20px; font-size: 14px;\">Search Programs<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/header>\n\n \n <main id=\"main-content\" class=\"container\">\n \n <aside class=\"sidebar\">\n <div class=\"sidebar-image\">\n <div class=\"sidebar-logo-fallback\" style=\"display: none; box-sizing: border-box; align-items: center; justify-content: center; height: 240px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--color-aqua) 0%, var(--color-success) 100%); border-radius: 8px; text-align: center; color: white; font-weight: 700; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: 1px; flex-direction: column;\">\n EDsmart<br><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500;\">Ranked School<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <img src=\"https:\/\/www.gsw.edu\/_files\/images\/og-social\/Student-Studying-OG.jpg\"\n alt=\"Georgia Southwestern State University\"\n style=\"width: 100%; height: 240px; object-fit: cover; border-radius: 8px;\"\n onerror=\"this.onerror=null;this.style.display='none';var f=this.previousElementSibling;if(f){f.style.display='flex';}\">\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div class=\"sidebar-categories\">\n <div class=\"sidebar-category-badge\" data-grade=\"C\">\n <div class=\"category-label\">Completion<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-small\">C<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"sidebar-category-badge\" data-grade=\"A-\">\n <div class=\"category-label\">Affordability<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-small\">A-<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"sidebar-category-badge\" data-grade=\"C\">\n <div class=\"category-label\">Support<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-small\">C<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"sidebar-category-badge\" data-grade=\"B\">\n <div class=\"category-label\">Career<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-small\">B<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/aside>\n \n \n <div class=\"main-content\">\n \n <div class=\"school-hero\" id=\"overview\">\n <div class=\"school-title-section\">\n <div class=\"school-title-info\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n <img src=\"https:\/\/logo.clearbit.com\/gsw.edu?size=200\" alt=\"Georgia Southwestern State University Logo\" style=\"width: 120px; height: 120px; border-radius: 8px; object-fit: contain; background: white; padding: 8px; flex-shrink: 0;\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\">\n <div style=\"flex: 1;\">\n <h1 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">Georgia Southwestern State University<\/h1>\n <div class=\"school-subtitle\">Americus, GA | Public | University<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"school-overview\"><p>Georgia Southwestern State University is a public university in Americus, GA ranked #1470 nationally by EDsmart, earning an overall grade of C+, enrolling about 2,424 undergraduates, and with an acceptance rate near 75.2%. Students most often pursue Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing and Accounting and Related Services.<\/p><p>Academically, students benefit from a 18:1 student-faculty ratio, 57.6% first-year retention, and 40.6% six-year graduation. Peer cohorts and advising networks provide scaffolding that keeps newcomers anchored during demanding semesters.<\/p><p>Families typically invest $12,019, about $4,979 less than the national median. EDsmart calculates return on investment at -12.5%, roughly 97.8 points below typical outcomes. Six years after enrolling, alumni report median earnings of $42,047. That's about $1,641 below national results. It's a compelling fit for students who appreciate an encouraging campus with room to explore.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-badge-column\">\n <div class=\"grade-badge\">\n <div class=\"grade\">C+<\/div>\n <div class=\"label\">Ranking<\/div>\n <div class=\"rank\">#1470 of 6,101<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/our-rankings\/\" class=\"grade-badge-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How We Rank Schools<\/a>\n <span style=\"background: transparent; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; display: block; width: 100%; min-height: 46px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 2px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); transition: 0.3s; --hover-bg: #FFFFFF; --hover-text: #0A1C4A;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.background=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-bg'); this.style.color=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-text');\" onmouseout=\"this.style.background='transparent'; this.style.color='#FFFFFF';\">Lower tuition<\/span><span style=\"background: transparent; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; display: block; width: 100%; min-height: 46px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #FFFFFF; border: 2px solid #00C48C; transition: all 0.3s ease; --hover-bg: #00C48C; --hover-text: white;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.background=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-bg'); this.style.color=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-text');\" onmouseout=\"this.style.background='transparent'; this.style.color='#FFFFFF';\">Public school option<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <p class=\"aio-lead school-aio-lead\" data-llm=\"summary\">Georgia Southwestern State University has an acceptance rate of 75.2%, annual tuition of $5,220, average net price of $12,019, and a national rank of #1470 (Grade C+), with a 40.6% six-year graduation rate, about 2,424 undergraduates, and median earnings of $42,047 six years after enrollment. Figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and EDsmart's 2026 rankings.<\/p>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n <section class=\"at-a-glance\" id=\"at-a-glance\">\n <div class=\"at-a-glance-title\">At a Glance<\/div>\n <div class=\"at-a-glance-grid\">\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Ranking<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">#1470 of 6,101 (Top 24.1%)<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip accent\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Tuition<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">$5,220<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip accent\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Net Price<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">$12,019<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip accent\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">4-Year Tuition<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">$20,880<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Acceptance Rate<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">75.2%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Transfer Rate<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">42.4%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Student Population<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">2,424<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Student-Faculty<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">18:1<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Graduation Rate<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">40.6%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">Retention Rate<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">57.6%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">6-Yr Earnings<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">$42,047<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"kpi-chip accent\">\n <div class=\"kpi-label\">ROI<\/div>\n <div class=\"kpi-value\">-12.5%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"best-for\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Who is Georgia Southwestern State University Best For?<\/h2>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 18px; line-height: 1.7;\">\n A quick look at who tends to feel most at home here based on outcomes and campus context.\n <\/p>\n <div class=\"best-for-grid\"><div style=\"background: transparent; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; display: block; width: 100%; min-height: 46px; box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 2px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); transition: 0.3s; --hover-bg: #FFFFFF; --hover-text: #0A1C4A;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.background=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-bg'); this.style.color=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-text');\" onmouseout=\"this.style.background='transparent'; this.style.color='#FFFFFF';\">Families tracking affordability closely<\/div><div style=\"background: transparent; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; display: block; width: 100%; min-height: 46px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #FFFFFF; border: 2px solid #00C48C; transition: all 0.3s ease; --hover-bg: #00C48C; --hover-text: white;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.background=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-bg'); this.style.color=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-text');\" onmouseout=\"this.style.background='transparent'; this.style.color='#FFFFFF';\">First-gen or Pell-eligible support<\/div><div style=\"background: transparent; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; display: block; width: 100%; min-height: 46px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #FFFFFF; border: 2px solid #00C48C; transition: all 0.3s ease; --hover-bg: #00C48C; --hover-text: white;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.background=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-bg'); this.style.color=this.style.getPropertyValue('--hover-text');\" onmouseout=\"this.style.background='transparent'; this.style.color='#FFFFFF';\">Learners who value a tight-knit campus<\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n <div class=\"sticky-nav\" id=\"stickyNav\">\n <div class=\"sticky-nav-inner\">\n <nav class=\"sticky-nav-content\" aria-label=\"Section navigation\">\n <a href=\"#overview\" class=\"nav-tab active\">Overview<\/a>\n <a href=\"#best-for\" class=\"nav-tab\">Best For<\/a>\n <a href=\"#scores\" class=\"nav-tab\">EDsmart Grades<\/a>\n <a href=\"#financial\" class=\"nav-tab\">Cost & Aid<\/a>\n <a href=\"#career\" class=\"nav-tab\">ROI & Outcomes<\/a>\n <a href=\"#acceptance\" class=\"nav-tab\">Acceptance<\/a>\n <a href=\"#programs\" class=\"nav-tab\">Academics<\/a>\n <a href=\"#online\" class=\"nav-tab\">Online<\/a>\n <a href=\"#demographics\" class=\"nav-tab\">Student Demographics<\/a>\n <a href=\"#our-take\" class=\"nav-tab\">Our Take<\/a>\n <a href=\"#faq\" class=\"nav-tab\">FAQ<\/a>\n <a href=\"#similar\" class=\"nav-tab\">Similar Schools<\/a>\n <a href=\"#nearby\" class=\"nav-tab\">Nearby Schools<\/a>\n <a href=\"#contact-info\" class=\"nav-tab\">Contact<\/a>\n <a href=\"#methodologyBox\" class=\"nav-tab\">Methodology<\/a>\n <\/nav>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"scores\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">EDsmart Scores Summary<\/h2>\n \n \n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 2px solid rgba(0,196,140,0.3); margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 20px; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n <div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 5px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\">Overall Ranking<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 900; color: var(--color-success);\">#1470 of 6,101<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 5px;\">Top 24.1% of all institutions<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 5px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\">EDsmart Score<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 900; color: var(--color-white);\">24.4 \/ 100 (national index)<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 5px;\">Curved score (top institution = 100.0)<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 5px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\">Value Rating<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 900; color: var(--color-aqua);\">1.22 \/ 5<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 5px;\">Based on ROI and outcomes<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"category-grades\" style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n <div class=\"category-grade-badge\" data-grade=\"C\">\n <div class=\"category-name\">Completion<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade\">C<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-rank\">#1,644 of 6,101<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-badge\" data-grade=\"A-\">\n <div class=\"category-name\">Affordability<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade\">A-<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-rank\">#322 of 6,101<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-badge\" data-grade=\"C\">\n <div class=\"category-name\">Support<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade\">C<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-rank\">#1,785 of 6,101<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade-badge\" data-grade=\"B\">\n <div class=\"category-name\">Career Outcomes<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-grade\">B<\/div>\n <div class=\"category-rank\">#947 of 6,101<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 30px;\">\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Georgia Southwestern State University graduates 40.6% of students within six years and keeps 57.6% of first-year students. Affordability earns an A- compared with similar schools.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edsmart.org\/our-rankings\/\" style=\"color: var(--color-aqua); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How we calculate this \u2192<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"financial\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Cost & Financial Aid<\/h2>\n <section class=\"quick-answers\"><h3>Quick Answers<\/h3><div class=\"data-grid\"><div class=\"data-panel\"><div class=\"data-panel__label\">What does it cost?<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__value\">Depends on income<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__body\">$10,477-$15,415 annual net price based on family income.<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__meta\"><a href=\"#financial\">Review brackets \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"data-panel\"><div class=\"data-panel__label\">What's the graduation rate?<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__value\">Somewhat likely<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__body\">40.6% finish within six years. 24.9% complete in four years.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"data-panel\"><div class=\"data-panel__label\">What are job outcomes?<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__value\">Highly likely<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__body\">90.1% of alumni are employed within three years of leaving. Median earnings six years after entry are $42,047. Pay varies by major.<\/div><div class=\"data-panel__meta\"><a href=\"#programs\">Explore majors \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n \n \n <div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgba(0,196,140,0.15) 0%, rgba(0,179,198,0.15) 100%); padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; border: 2px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-bottom: 40px; text-align: center;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Get Your Personalized Cost Estimate<\/div>\n <p style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">The costs shown are averages. Use Georgia Southwestern State University's net price calculator to get an estimate based on your family's financial situation.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/gsw.edu\/financial-aid\/files\/netpricecalc2023\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" style=\"padding: 18px 40px; font-size: 17px; display: inline-block; border-radius: 8px; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.3s ease;\">Calculate Your Net Price \u2192<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 25px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 15px; font-weight: 700;\">Total Degree Cost Summary<\/h3>\n <div class=\"two-column\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">\n <div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 5px;\">4-Year Total Cost (Pay with Cash)<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 28px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-white);\">$81,936<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 5px;\">$20,484 \u00d7 4 years<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 5px;\">Average Total Cost (Pay with Financial Aid)<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 28px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-aqua);\">$54,086<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 5px;\">$12,019 \u00d7 4.5 years average<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 20px; padding-top: 20px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px;\">Time to Degree<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 16px; color: var(--color-white); line-height: 1.6;\">\n <strong>Average:<\/strong> 4.5 years | <strong>4-Year Rate:<\/strong> 24.9% | <strong>6-Year Rate:<\/strong> 40.6%\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 8px; line-height: 1.5;\">\n Most students finish in about four to five years. Four-year completion is 24.9% and six-year completion is 40.6%.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 600;\">Annual Cost Comparison<\/h3>\n <div class=\"two-column\">\n <div>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 2px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.2); margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px;\">Pay with Cash<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px;\">$20,484<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.6;\">Total annual cost including tuition, books and living expenses; excluding any financial aid, grants or scholarships.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 2px solid rgba(0,179,198,0.3);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px;\">Pay with Financial Aid<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px;\">$12,019<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.6;\">Average annual cost including tuition, books and living expenses after financial aid, grants or scholarships.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 600;\">Cost of Undergraduate Attendance<\/h3>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.<\/p>\n <details class=\"section-collapsible\" style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08);\" open>\n <summary style=\"padding: 18px 24px; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-white); list-style: none;\">View cost of attendance line items<\/summary>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 25px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08);\">\n <table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n <th style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\">Costs to Consider<\/th>\n <th style=\"text-align: right; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\">Price<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.05);\">\n <td style=\"padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px;\">Tuition and Fees<\/td>\n <td style=\"text-align: right; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\">$5,220<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.05);\">\n <td style=\"padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px;\">Books and Supplies<\/td>\n <td style=\"text-align: right; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\">$1,250<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.05);\">\n <td style=\"padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px;\">On-Campus Room and Board<\/td>\n <td style=\"text-align: right; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\">$10,850<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.05);\">\n <td style=\"padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px;\">On-Campus Other Expenses<\/td>\n <td style=\"text-align: right; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px;\">$5,390<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 16px;\">Total On-Campus Cost<\/td>\n <td style=\"text-align: right; padding: 12px 0; color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700; font-size: 16px;\">$20,484<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <p style=\"margin-top: 18px; font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.6;\">\n Tip: focus on the rows that match your living plan\u2014commuters can swap in off-campus estimates while residential students should budget for housing, meals, and incidental fees.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 600;\">Students Receiving Aid<\/h3>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n <div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr auto; gap: 15px 20px; align-items: center;\">\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px;\">Pell Grant<\/div>\n <div style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 15px;\">\n <div style=\"flex: 1; height: 8px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 4px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"height: 100%; width: 43.4%; background: var(--color-tertiary-600);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; min-width: 50px; text-align: right;\">43.4%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px;\">Federal Loan<\/div>\n <div style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 15px;\">\n <div style=\"flex: 1; height: 8px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 4px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"height: 100%; width: 0.0%; background: var(--color-tertiary-600);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; min-width: 50px; text-align: right;\">0.0%<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <p style=\"margin-top: 18px; font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.6;\">\n Use these bars to gauge how many classmates rely on need-based dollars\u2014lower Pell or loan shares may signal a wealthier student body or generous institutional grants.\n <\/p>\n \n <div style=\"background: #1F2F58; padding: 24px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-warning); margin-top: 30px;\">\n <p style=\"color: #F5F7FA; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-warning);\">EDsmart Insight:<\/strong> About 43.4% of Georgia Southwestern State University students receive Pell Grants \u2014 above the national average, highlighting ongoing affordability priorities.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n<div style=\"margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 600;\">Net Price by Family Income<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n Average annual net price after financial aid, based on family income. Your actual cost may vary depending on your specific financial situation.\n <\/p>\n \n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n\n <div style=\" margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: baseline; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600;\">$0 - $30,000<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">$10,477<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"width: 100%; height: 10px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"width: 64.0%; height: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--color-error) 0%, var(--color-error) 100%);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">\n Average annual cost for families earning $0-$30K\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div style=\" margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: baseline; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600;\">$30,001 - $48,000<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">$10,935<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"width: 100%; height: 10px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"width: 66.8%; height: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--color-error) 0%, var(--color-error) 100%);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">\n Average annual cost for families earning $30K-$48K\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div style=\" margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: baseline; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600;\">$48,001 - $75,000<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">$13,508<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"width: 100%; height: 10px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"width: 82.5%; height: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--color-error) 0%, var(--color-error) 100%);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">\n Average annual cost for families earning $48K-$75K\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div style=\" margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: baseline; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600;\">$75,001 - $110,000<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">$16,373<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"width: 100%; height: 10px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"width: 100.0%; height: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--color-error) 0%, var(--color-error) 100%);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">\n Average annual cost for families earning $75K-$110K\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div style=\"\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: baseline; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600;\">$110,001+<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">$15,415<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"width: 100%; height: 10px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\">\n <div style=\"width: 94.1%; height: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--color-error) 0%, var(--color-error) 100%);\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">\n Average annual cost for families earning $110K+\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 20px;\">\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">Understanding These Numbers:<\/strong> Net price varies significantly by income level. Net prices range from $10,477 to $15,415 depending on family income. Use Georgia Southwestern State University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.\n <\/p>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding-top: 15px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px;\">4-Year Total Cost Estimates:<\/div>\n <div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(140px, 1fr)); gap: 10px;\">\n\n <div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">$0-$30K families<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 16px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">~$47,146<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">$30K-$48K families<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 16px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">~$49,208<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">$48K-$75K families<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 16px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">~$60,786<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 11px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">$75K-$110K families<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 16px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700;\">~$73,678<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n \n \n \n <div style=\"background: #1F2F58; padding: 25px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-warning); margin-top: 30px;\">\n <div style=\"display: flex; align-items: start; gap: 15px;\">\n <div style=\"flex: 1;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: var(--color-warning); font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\">AFFORDABILITY ALERT<\/div>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n <strong>If your family earns $75K-$110K:<\/strong> Expect to pay around <strong style=\"color: var(--color-warning);\">$16,373\/year<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\">\n <strong>If your family earns $110K+:<\/strong> Expect to pay around <strong style=\"color: var(--color-warning);\">$15,415\/year<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n <a href=\"#financial\" style=\"color: var(--color-aqua); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px; display: inline-block;\">See all income brackets \u2192<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"career\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">ROI & Career Outcomes<\/h2>\n \n <div class=\"two-column\" style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <div>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; border: 2px solid rgba(0,179,198,0.3); margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\">Return on Investment<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 48px; font-weight: 900; color: var(--color-success); margin-bottom: 12px;\">-12.5%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.6;\">Based on 6-year median earnings vs. total degree cost<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">6-Year Median Earnings<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$42,047<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">10-Year Median Earnings<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$42,047<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Average Years to Graduate<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">4.5 years<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Average Student Debt<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$11,000<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Repayment Rate (3yr)<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">45.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Employment Rate<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">90.1%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1); margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Graduate Earnings Distribution<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.5;\">Earnings range for Georgia Southwestern State University graduates 6 years after enrollment, showing the 25th percentile, median, and 75th percentile. This illustrates the variation in outcomes across different majors and career paths.<\/p>\n <div style=\"height: 120px;\">\n <canvas id=\"earningsRangeChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua);\">\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n Graduates earn a median of $42,047 six years after enrollment \u2014 roughly 4% below the national median.\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"display: flex; gap: 20px; margin-top: 15px; padding-top: 15px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n <div>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 12px; margin-bottom: 4px;\">Payback Period<\/div>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700;\">1.29 years<\/div>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 11px; margin-top: 4px;\">Total Degree Cost \u00f7 Annual Earnings<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"chart-container\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Georgia Southwestern State University vs. National Average<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">Comparison of key performance metrics showing how Georgia Southwestern State University's outcomes compare to the national average across earnings, graduation rates, retention, ROI, and employment. This contextualizes Georgia Southwestern State University's performance within the broader higher education landscape.<\/p>\n <canvas id=\"comparisonChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n <div style=\"background: #1F2F58; padding: 24px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 30px;\">\n <p style=\"color: #F5F7FA; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-warning);\">EDsmart Insight:<\/strong> While Georgia Southwestern State University graduates earn $42,047 median, the -12.5% ROI suggests the investment may take longer to pay off. Consider your major choice and career goals when evaluating value.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"acceptance\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Acceptance & Selectivity<\/h2>\n \n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 600;\">Getting In<\/h3>\n <div class=\"two-column\">\n <div>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 2px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.2); margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px;\">Acceptance Rate<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px;\">75.2%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">Lightly Selective<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 2px solid rgba(0,179,198,0.3);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px;\">National Average<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px;\">69%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">Average acceptance rate<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"two-column\">\n <div>\n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">SAT Evidence-Based Reading<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">460-570<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">SAT Math<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">430-540<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">SAT Writing<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">Not reported<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">ACT Composite<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">16-22<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">SAT & ACT<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">Required<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Undergraduate Enrollment<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">2,424<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Full-Time Students<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">95.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Part-Time Students<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">5.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Retention Rate<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">57.6%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Graduation Rate<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">40.6%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Student-Faculty Ratio<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">18:1<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 700;\">How to Get Into Georgia Southwestern State University<\/h3>\n <div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n <p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">1. Meet Academic Requirements:<\/strong> \n Georgia Southwestern State University requires strong academic performance. Aim for test scores within the reported ranges and maintain a competitive GPA. Most admitted students rank in the top 10% of their high school class.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">2. Build a Strong Application:<\/strong> \n Beyond test scores, focus on crafting compelling essays, securing strong letters of recommendation, and highlighting extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership and commitment.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">3. Understand Selectivity:<\/strong> \n With an acceptance rate of 75.2%, Georgia Southwestern State University is relatively open. Consider applying early decision if available, as early applicants often have higher acceptance rates.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">4. Financial Planning:<\/strong> \n Review the net price calculator and financial aid options early. Many students receive significant aid, making the actual cost lower than the sticker price.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 20px; padding-top: 20px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.1);\">\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\">\n <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Contact the admissions office directly for the most current application requirements, deadlines, and any special programs (like early decision or early action) that might improve your chances.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n <div style=\"background: #1F2F58; padding: 24px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 30px;\">\n <p style=\"color: #F5F7FA; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-success);\">EDsmart Insight:<\/strong> With a 75.2% acceptance rate, Georgia Southwestern State University is more accessible than highly selective schools. Meeting the test score ranges and maintaining a solid GPA significantly improves admission chances. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 890 and 1110 on the SAT.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"programs\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Academic Programs<\/h2>\n <div class=\"chart-container\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Undergraduate Program Distribution<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">Breakdown of the most popular majors and fields of study among Georgia Southwestern State University undergraduates. Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing, Accounting and Related Services, and Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods draw the most students.<\/p>\n <canvas id=\"programsChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"info-list\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">13.4%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Accounting and Related Services<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">13.4%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">13.1%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Business Administration, Management and Operations<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">13.1%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Psychology, General<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">7.7%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education\/Fitnes<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">5.4%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <details class=\"section-collapsible\" style=\"margin-top: 16px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: var(--color-link); list-style: none;\">See more majors<\/summary>\n <ul class=\"info-list\" style=\"margin-top: 12px;\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Human Resources Management and Services<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">5.2%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Marketing<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">5.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/details>\n\n \n \n \n \n \n <div style=\"margin-top: 50px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Highest Earning Programs<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n Median earnings five years after graduation for each program. These figures help illustrate ROI by field of study and degree level.\n <\/p>\n\n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h4 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: var(--color-aqua); margin-bottom: 15px; font-weight: 600;\">Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor's Degrees)<\/h4>\n \n \n <div class=\"chart-container\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <canvas id=\"undergradEarningsChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n \n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">1. Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$85,821<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">2. Accounting and Related Services<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$62,518<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">3. Business Administration, Management and Operations<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$59,891<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <details class=\"section-collapsible\" style=\"margin-top: 16px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: var(--color-link); list-style: none;\">Show additional high-earning majors<\/summary>\n <ul class=\"info-list\" style=\"margin-top: 12px;\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">4. Human Resources Management and Services<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$55,468<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">5. Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$50,280<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">6. Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$45,956<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">7. Psychology, General<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$38,431<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">8. Marketing<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$38,336<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">9. Health and Physical Education\/Fitness<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$32,709<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/details>\n <\/div>\n\n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n <h4 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: var(--color-aqua); margin-bottom: 15px; font-weight: 600;\">Graduate Programs (Master's, Doctoral, Professional)<\/h4>\n \n \n <div class=\"chart-container\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <canvas id=\"gradEarningsChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n \n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">1. Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing (Master's Degree)<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$97,855<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">2. Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's Degree)<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$63,113<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">3. Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Master's Degree)<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">$60,163<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 20px;\">\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">Program Choice Matters:<\/strong> Undergraduate: Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing grads earn $85,821\u2014162% more than Health and Physical Education\/Fitness ($32,709). Graduate: Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research & Clinical Nursing programs lead with $97,855 median earnings. Your program and degree level choice significantly impact career earnings.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"online\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Online Degrees & Distance Learning<\/h2>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n College Scorecard reports fully online programs for Georgia Southwestern State University. Below are the most popular options based on the number of recent graduates, followed by a quick look at the breadth of online offerings by degree level.\n <br><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/collegescorecard.ed.gov\/data\/\" style=\"color: var(--color-link);\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source: U.S. Department of Education \u2013 College Scorecard<\/a><\/span>\n <\/p>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.04); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 12px; padding: 24px; margin: 16px 0;\">\n <h3 style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 18px; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 14px;\">Most Popular Online Degrees<\/h3>\n <ul style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 22px; margin-bottom: 0; list-style: disc;\">\n <li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: var(--color-white);\">Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/strong> (Graduate\/Professional Certificate, 125 graduates)<\/li>\n <li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: var(--color-white);\">Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/strong> (Master's Degree, 75 graduates)<\/li>\n <li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: var(--color-white);\">Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/strong> (Bachelor's Degree, 53 graduates)<\/li>\n <li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: var(--color-white);\">Psychology, General<\/strong> (Bachelor's Degree, 31 graduates)<\/li>\n <li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: var(--color-white);\">Health and Physical Education\/Fitness<\/strong> (Bachelor's Degree, 22 graduates)<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.04); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 12px; padding: 24px; display: grid; gap: 18px;\">\n <div>\n <h3 style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-size: 18px; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 6px;\">What This School Offers Online, at a Glance<\/h3>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">College Scorecard flags the following online degree and certificate programs for this institution. Expand each credential level to view the complete list of available subjects.<\/p>\n <details style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.04); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; padding: 16px 20px; list-style: none; position: relative;\">Online Bachelor's Degrees (19 programs)<span style=\"float: right; font-size: 18px; transition: transform 0.3s;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n <div style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 20px;\">\n <ul style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 20px;\">\n <li>Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/li>\n <li>Psychology, General<\/li>\n <li>Health and Physical Education\/Fitness<\/li>\n <li>Computer Science<\/li>\n <li>Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities<\/li>\n <li>Sociology<\/li>\n <li>Fine and Studio Arts<\/li>\n <li>Special Education and Teaching<\/li>\n <li>History<\/li>\n <li>Drama\/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft<\/li>\n <li>Computer and Information Sciences, General<\/li>\n <li>Political Science and Government<\/li>\n <li>English Language and Literature, General<\/li>\n <li>Biology, General<\/li>\n <li>Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas<\/li>\n <li>Geological and Earth Sciences\/Geosciences<\/li>\n <li>Music<\/li>\n <li>Chemistry<\/li>\n <li>Mathematics<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <details style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.04); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; padding: 16px 20px; list-style: none; position: relative;\">Online Master's Degrees (4 programs)<span style=\"float: right; font-size: 18px; transition: transform 0.3s;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n <div style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 20px;\">\n <ul style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 20px;\">\n <li>Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/li>\n <li>Special Education and Teaching<\/li>\n <li>Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas<\/li>\n <li>Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <details style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.04); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; padding: 16px 20px; list-style: none; position: relative;\">Online Graduate\/Professional Certificates (1 program)<span style=\"float: right; font-size: 18px; transition: transform 0.3s;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n <div style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 20px;\">\n <ul style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 20px;\">\n <li>Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <details style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.04); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 12px; padding: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; color: var(--color-white); font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; padding: 16px 20px; list-style: none; position: relative;\">Online Undergraduate Certificates & Diplomas (1 program)<span style=\"float: right; font-size: 18px; transition: transform 0.3s;\">\u25bc<\/span><\/summary>\n <div style=\"padding: 0 20px 16px 20px;\">\n <ul style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.7; margin-left: 20px;\">\n <li>Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"demographics\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Student Demographics<\/h2>\n \n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 600;\">Student Population<\/h3>\n <div class=\"two-column\">\n <div>\n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Total Undergraduate Enrollment<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">2,424<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Full-Time Students<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">95.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Part-Time Students<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">5.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Male Students<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">32.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Female Students<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">68.0%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <ul class=\"info-list\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Caucasian<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">53.7%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Asian<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">1.2%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Hispanic<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">4.5%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Black<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">35.2%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <li>\n <span class=\"info-label\">Pell Grant Recipients<\/span>\n <span class=\"info-value\">43.4%<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"two-column\" style=\"margin-top: 40px;\">\n <div>\n <div class=\"chart-container\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Racial & Ethnic Diversity<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.5;\">Undergraduate student body composition by racial and ethnic background. This reflects Georgia Southwestern State University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in admissions.<\/p>\n <canvas id=\"ethnicityChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"chart-container\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Gender Distribution<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.5;\">Gender breakdown of Georgia Southwestern State University's undergraduate population. The university maintains a roughly balanced gender distribution across its student body.<\/p>\n <canvas id=\"genderChart\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"insight-box\" style=\"margin-top: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"color: var(--color-aqua); font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 15px; font-weight: 700;\">\n Graduation Rate Equity Analysis\n <\/h3>\n <p class=\"intro\" style=\"font-style: italic; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n How well does Georgia Southwestern State University support students from different economic backgrounds?\n <\/p>\n \n <div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,196,140,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid var(--color-success);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;\">Pell Grant Recipients<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-success);\">39.4%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">6-year graduation rate<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid var(--color-aqua);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;\">Non-Pell Students<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-aqua);\">45.5%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">6-year graduation rate<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(245,183,61,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid var(--color-success);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;\">Equity Gap<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-success);\">6.0 pts<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px; text-transform: capitalize;\">good equity<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.8;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">What this means:<\/strong> Lower-income students (Pell Grant recipients) graduate at a similar rate as higher-income students, indicating adequate institutional support for all economic backgrounds.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n <details class=\"section-collapsible\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: var(--color-link); list-style: none;\">Compare graduation rates by race\/ethnicity<\/summary>\n <div class=\"chart-container\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Graduation Rates by Race\/Ethnicity<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n Six-year graduation rates for different demographic groups at Georgia Southwestern State University, compared to national averages. \n This shows whether the institution supports all students equitably.\n <\/p>\n <canvas id=\"demoGradChart_98860161\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n \n <script>\n \/\/ Graduation Rates by Race\/Ethnicity Chart\n (function() {\n const ctx = document.getElementById('demoGradChart_98860161');\n if (!ctx) return;\n \n const labels = [\"White\", \"Black\", \"Hispanic\", \"Asian\", \"Two or more races\"];\n const rates = [42.91, 30.85, 63.63999999999999, 33.33, 33.33];\n const nationalAvg = 62.0; 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padding: 24px; border-radius: 12px; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-aqua); margin-top: 30px;\">\n <p style=\"color: #F5F7FA; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">EDsmart Insight:<\/strong> Women make up 68.0% of undergraduates.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n \n <div class=\"insight-box\" style=\"margin-top: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"color: var(--color-aqua); font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 15px; font-weight: 700;\">\n Graduation Rate Equity Analysis\n <\/h3>\n <p class=\"intro\" style=\"font-style: italic; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n How well does Georgia Southwestern State University support students from different economic backgrounds?\n <\/p>\n \n <div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,196,140,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid var(--color-success);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;\">Pell Grant Recipients<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-success);\">39.4%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">6-year graduation rate<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,179,198,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid var(--color-aqua);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;\">Non-Pell Students<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-aqua);\">45.5%<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px;\">6-year graduation rate<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(245,183,61,0.1); padding: 20px; border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid var(--color-success);\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase;\">Equity Gap<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 32px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-success);\">6.0 pts<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-top: 4px; text-transform: capitalize;\">good equity<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.8;\">\n <strong style=\"color: var(--color-aqua);\">What this means:<\/strong> Lower-income students (Pell Grant recipients) graduate at a similar rate as higher-income students, indicating adequate institutional support for all economic backgrounds.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n <details class=\"section-collapsible\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; color: var(--color-link); list-style: none;\">Compare graduation rates by race\/ethnicity<\/summary>\n <div class=\"chart-container\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 700;\">Graduation Rates by Race\/Ethnicity<\/h3>\n <p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 20px; line-height: 1.6;\">\n Six-year graduation rates for different demographic groups at Georgia Southwestern State University, compared to national averages. \n This shows whether the institution supports all students equitably.\n <\/p>\n <canvas id=\"demoGradChart_99614692\"><\/canvas>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n \n <script>\n \/\/ Graduation Rates by Race\/Ethnicity Chart\n (function() {\n const ctx = document.getElementById('demoGradChart_99614692');\n if (!ctx) return;\n \n const labels = [\"White\", \"Black\", \"Hispanic\", \"Asian\", \"Two or more races\"];\n const rates = [42.91, 30.85, 63.63999999999999, 33.33, 33.33];\n const nationalAvg = 62.0; \/\/ National 6-year graduation rate average\n \n new Chart(ctx, {\n type: 'bar',\n data: {\n labels: labels,\n datasets: [\n {\n label: 'Georgia Southwestern State University',\n data: rates,\n backgroundColor: 'rgba(0, 179, 198, 0.6)',\n borderColor: 'rgba(0, 179, 198, 1)',\n borderWidth: 2\n },\n {\n label: 'National Average',\n data: new Array(rates.length).fill(nationalAvg),\n backgroundColor: 'rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.2)',\n borderColor: 'rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)',\n borderWidth: 1,\n borderDash: [5, 5]\n }\n ]\n },\n options: {\n responsive: true,\n maintainAspectRatio: true,\n aspectRatio: 1.5,\n plugins: {\n legend: {\n display: true,\n position: 'top',\n labels: {\n color: 'rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.9)',\n font: { size: 13 }\n }\n },\n tooltip: {\n backgroundColor: 'rgba(10, 28, 74, 0.95)',\n titleColor: '#FFFFFF',\n bodyColor: '#E8ECF1',\n borderColor: 'rgba(0, 179, 198, 0.5)',\n borderWidth: 1,\n callbacks: {\n label: function(context) {\n return context.dataset.label + ': ' + context.parsed.y.toFixed(1) + '%';\n }\n }\n }\n },\n scales: {\n y: {\n beginAtZero: true,\n max: 100,\n ticks: {\n color: 'rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7)',\n callback: function(value) {\n return value + '%';\n }\n },\n grid: {\n color: 'rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.1)'\n }\n },\n x: {\n ticks: {\n color: 'rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7)'\n },\n grid: {\n display: false\n }\n }\n }\n }\n });\n })();\n <\/script>\n \n\n <div class=\"section\" id=\"our-take\">\n <div class=\"section\" id=\"our-take\">\n <div class=\"section\" id=\"our-take\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Our Take<\/h2>\n <div class=\"insight-box\">\n <p class=\"intro\">Georgia Southwestern State University serves as an affordable university for students seeking quality education without elite university costs. Ranked #1470 nationally with ROI data not available, the institution balances practical outcomes with budget-friendly pricing.<\/p>\n <p>At $12,019 annually, students gain access to career-focused programs leading to $42,047 median earnings. The 40.6% six-year graduation rate reflects reasonable completion metrics for a university. While 57.6% retention suggests adequate student support.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <div class=\"insight-box\" style=\"margin-top: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"color: var(--color-aqua); font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 15px; font-weight: 700;\">University Value: Georgia Southwestern State University's Strengths<\/h3>\n <p class=\"intro\" style=\"font-style: italic; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n Ranked #1470 with a C+ grade, Georgia Southwestern State University prioritizes accessibility and local career connections over national prestige.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <strong>Primary Strengths:<\/strong> Universitys like Georgia Southwestern State University excel at providing affordable education ($12,019 annually) with strong local employer relationships. Many programs emphasize practical skills and internships within the regional economy.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <strong>Best For:<\/strong> Students planning to work in the region after graduation benefit from established employer connections. Adult learners and part-time students appreciate flexible scheduling. First-generation students and budget-conscious families gain degrees without overwhelming debt.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 12px;\">\n <strong>Honest Assessment:<\/strong> Georgia Southwestern State University's 57.6% retention and 40.6% six-year graduation rate trail elite universities but align with typical university performance. Career outcomes ($42,047 median earnings) reflect regional job markets more than national opportunities.\n <\/p>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.8;\">\n <strong>Value Verdict:<\/strong> For students committed to regional careers, Georgia Southwestern State University and $12,019 cost deliver solid value. Those seeking national job mobility or prestigious credentials should compare against flagship state universities or targeted private scholarships.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 16px; padding: 24px; margin-top: 40px;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 16px; font-weight: 700;\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n <ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; color: var(--color-gray-text); line-height: 1.7; font-size: 14px; display: grid; gap: 10px;\">\n <li>40.6% six-year graduation rate sits 21.9 points below the national 62.5% benchmark.<\/li><li>57.6% first-year retention is 19.2 points below the national norm of 76.8%.<\/li><li>-12.5% return on investment is 97.8 points below the national 85.3% benchmark.<\/li><li>Median earnings of $42,047 run about 4% lower than national outcomes six years after enrollment.<\/li><li>Average net price of $12,019 is roughly $5,378 lower than the national median of $17,397.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n \n <div style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 16px; padding: 28px; margin: 40px 0;\">\n <h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-white); margin-bottom: 16px; font-weight: 700;\">Helpfulness for Students<\/h3>\n <div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap: 20px;\">\n <div style=\"background: rgba(0,196,140,0.12); border: 1px solid rgba(0,196,140,0.35); border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Green Flags<\/div>\n <ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: var(--color-white); line-height: 1.7; font-size: 14px;\">\n <li>18:1 student-faculty ratio keeps mentorship close and courses discussion-sized.<\/li><li>57.6% first-year retention shows students stay engaged after the first year.<\/li><li>90.1% employment rate within three years sits 21.9 points above national outcomes.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background: rgba(232,91,91,0.12); border: 1px solid rgba(232,91,91,0.35); border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-error); font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Red Flags<\/div>\n <ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: var(--color-white); line-height: 1.7; font-size: 14px;\">\n <li>Budget carefully for clinical travel, off-campus housing, and practicum fees to avoid surprise costs.<\/li><li>Compare aid offers from nearby public universities to weigh the premium for smaller classes.<\/li><li>Compare aid offers from nearby public universities to weigh the premium for smaller classes.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <details class=\"expert-analysis\" style=\"background: #1F2F58; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-warning); border-radius: 12px; padding: 25px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 0; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-warning); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 12px;\">EDsmart Expert Analysis<\/summary>\n <div style=\"color: #F5F7FA; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 15px;\">\n <p style=\"margin: 18px 0 12px 0;\">Georgia Southwestern State University, a public university in Americus, GA, secures a C+ grade in our latest review. It appears at #1470 in EDsmart's national list Completion earns C, Support C, Career Outcomes B, and Affordability A-.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Grades are assigned relative to EDsmart's national bachelor's cohort using standardized outcomes (2026 methodology); they reflect how a school compares to peers, not a fixed percentage of a raw point total.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Student momentum is strong: 57.6% retention and 40.6% six-year graduation. The reported ROI is -12.5%, a figure families can weigh against cost and aid details above.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Why it matters: this snapshot shows how likely you are to stay on track academically and whether the outcomes justify the price tag. Letter grades summarize cohort-relative performance\u2014not a single exam-style score.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <details class=\"expert-analysis\" style=\"background: #1F2F58; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-warning); border-radius: 12px; padding: 25px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 0; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-warning); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 12px;\">EDsmart Financial Snapshot<\/summary>\n <div style=\"color: #F5F7FA; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 15px;\">\n <p style=\"margin: 18px 0 12px 0;\">Families pay about $12,019 on average after aid, compared with a published cost near $20,484.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Institutional and federal aid lower costs by roughly $8,465 per year.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Graduates leave with a median of $11,000 in federal loans, which lines up with national norms.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">About 43.4% of students receive Pell Grants, giving a snapshot of the campus income mix.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Why it matters: lining up sticker price, aid, and typical debt helps you stress-test the budget before you commit.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <details class=\"expert-analysis\" style=\"background: #1F2F58; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-warning); border-radius: 12px; padding: 25px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 0; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-warning); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 12px;\">EDsmart Career Snapshot<\/summary>\n <div style=\"color: #F5F7FA; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 15px;\">\n <p style=\"margin: 18px 0 12px 0;\">Median earnings come in near $42,047 six years after enrollment. This is roughly 4% below typical U.S. college outcomes.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Roughly 90.1% of graduates are employed three years out.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Plan around an ROI of about -12.5% according to the Scorecard data.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Why it matters: pairing median earnings with employment rates gives you a sense of payback time after graduation.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <details class=\"expert-analysis\" style=\"background: #1F2F58; border-left: 4px solid var(--color-warning); border-radius: 12px; padding: 25px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n <summary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 0; font-weight: 700; color: var(--color-warning); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 12px;\">EDsmart Admissions Snapshot<\/summary>\n <div style=\"color: #F5F7FA; line-height: 1.7; font-size: 15px;\">\n <p style=\"margin: 18px 0 12px 0;\">75.2% of applicants receive offers, so preparation and fit matter.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">The admissions team encourages students to highlight academic strengths through transcripts, essays, and recommendations.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Prospective students can apply early for priority review and lean on the <a href=\"https:\/\/gsw.edu\/admissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Georgia Southwestern State University admissions site<\/a> for deadlines, visit options, and counselor contacts.<\/p>\n <p style=\"margin: 0;\">Why it matters: knowing the admit rate and application expectations lets you map out testing, essays, and deadlines with less stress.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); padding: 25px; border-radius: 12px; border: 2px solid rgba(0,196,140,0.3); margin-top: 30px; text-align: center;\">\n <div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-bottom: 8px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\">EDsmart Verdict<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 36px; font-weight: 900; color: var(--color-success); margin-bottom: 8px;\">1.22 \/ 5<\/div>\n <div style=\"font-size: 13px; color: var(--color-gray-text);\">Value Rating - Based on affordability and career outcomes<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div style=\"background: var(--color-primary); border: 2px solid var(--color-aqua); border-radius: 16px; padding: 30px; margin: 40px 0;\"><h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: var(--color-aqua); margin-bottom: 20px; font-weight: 700; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\">Your Decision Toolkit<\/h3><div style=\"display: grid; gap: 15px;\"><div style=\"display: flex; align-items: start; gap: 15px; padding: 15px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border-radius: 8px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"this.querySelector('input').checked = !this.querySelector('input').checked\"><input type=\"checkbox\" style=\"margin-top: 4px; width: 18px; height: 18px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"event.stopPropagation()\"><div style=\"flex: 1;\"><div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 4px;\">Run the Net Price Calculator<\/div><div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 13px;\">Get your personalized cost estimate<\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"display: flex; align-items: start; gap: 15px; padding: 15px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border-radius: 8px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"this.querySelector('input').checked = !this.querySelector('input').checked\"><input type=\"checkbox\" style=\"margin-top: 4px; width: 18px; height: 18px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"event.stopPropagation()\"><div style=\"flex: 1;\"><div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 4px;\">Compare with similar schools<\/div><div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 13px;\">See how Georgia Southwestern State University stacks up to alternatives<\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"display: flex; align-items: start; gap: 15px; padding: 15px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border-radius: 8px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"this.querySelector('input').checked = !this.querySelector('input').checked\"><input type=\"checkbox\" style=\"margin-top: 4px; width: 18px; height: 18px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"event.stopPropagation()\"><div style=\"flex: 1;\"><div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 4px;\">Check your major's earnings<\/div><div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 13px;\">See ROI for your specific field of study<\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"display: flex; align-items: start; gap: 15px; padding: 15px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border-radius: 8px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"this.querySelector('input').checked = !this.querySelector('input').checked\"><input type=\"checkbox\" style=\"margin-top: 4px; width: 18px; height: 18px; cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"event.stopPropagation()\"><div style=\"flex: 1;\"><div style=\"color: var(--color-white); font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 4px;\">Visit the campus<\/div><div style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 13px;\">Schedule a campus tour or virtual visit<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/gsw.edu\/\" class=\"btn btn-secondary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"margin-top: 20px; display: inline-block; width: 100%; text-align: center;\">Visit Georgia Southwestern State University Website \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"similar\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">Similar Schools<\/h2>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 30px;\">Institutions with similar academic profiles, selectivity, and outcomes<\/p>\n \n <div style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n <div class=\"quick-facts\" id=\"similar-schools-grid\" style=\"grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\">\n <div class=\"carousel-wrapper\" data-carousel=\"similar\" style=\"grid-column: 1 \/ -1; 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margin-top: 10px;\">Redmond, WA<\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700;\">C+<\/span>\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-left: 10px;\">#1443 of 6,101<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <button type=\"button\" class=\"carousel-arrow carousel-arrow-right\" aria-label=\"Scroll similar schools right\" onclick=\"scrollCarousel('similar', 1)\">\u203a<\/button>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"section\" id=\"nearby\">\n <h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">Nearby Schools<\/h2>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 30px;\">Other  campuses you might consider<\/p>\n <p style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 30px;\">Other Georgia campuses you might consider<\/p>\n <div class=\"quick-facts\" style=\"grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap: 20px;\">\n<div class=\"stat-card\" style=\"cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"window.location.href='\/school-profiles\/morris-brown-college.html'\">\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Morris Brown College<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-value\" style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-top: 10px;\">Atlanta, GA<\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700;\">C+<\/span>\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-left: 10px;\">#1449 of 6,101<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-card\" style=\"cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"window.location.href='\/school-profiles\/abraham-baldwin-agricultural-college.html'\">\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-value\" style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-top: 10px;\">Tifton, GA<\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700;\">C+<\/span>\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-left: 10px;\">#1433 of 6,101<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-card\" style=\"cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"window.location.href='\/school-profiles\/brenau-university.html'\">\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Brenau University<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-value\" style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-top: 10px;\">Gainesville, GA<\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700;\">C+<\/span>\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-left: 10px;\">#1411 of 6,101<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-card\" style=\"cursor: pointer;\" onclick=\"window.location.href='\/school-profiles\/shorter-university.html'\">\n <div class=\"stat-label\">Shorter University<\/div>\n <div class=\"stat-value\" style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-top: 10px;\">Rome, GA<\/div>\n <div style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-success); font-weight: 700;\">C+<\/span>\n <span style=\"color: var(--color-gray-text); margin-left: 10px;\">#1531 of 6,101<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <section class=\"school-faq-section\" id=\"faq\" aria-labelledby=\"school-faq-heading\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\" id=\"school-faq-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"school-faq-list\">\n<div class=\"school-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"school-faq-q\">What is Georgia Southwestern State University's acceptance rate?<\/h3><p class=\"school-faq-a\">Georgia Southwestern State University's acceptance rate is 75.2%, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard admissions data.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"school-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"school-faq-q\">How much does Georgia Southwestern State University cost?<\/h3><p class=\"school-faq-a\">At Georgia Southwestern State University, listed tuition and fees are $5,220 per year, and the average net price after aid is $12,019. Use the net price calculator on this page for a personalized estimate.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"school-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"school-faq-q\">What is Georgia Southwestern State University's ranking?<\/h3><p class=\"school-faq-a\">Georgia Southwestern State University ranks #1470 nationally in EDsmart's 2026 college rankings with an overall grade of C+, based on completion, affordability, support, and career outcomes.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"school-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"school-faq-q\">What is Georgia Southwestern State University's graduation rate?<\/h3><p class=\"school-faq-a\">At Georgia Southwestern State University, the six-year graduation rate is 40.6%, and first-year retention is 57.6%.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"school-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"school-faq-q\">What are Georgia Southwestern State University's job outcomes?<\/h3><p class=\"school-faq-a\">Graduates of Georgia Southwestern State University report median earnings of $42,047 six years after enrollment, according to College Scorecard federal outcome data. Outcomes vary by major.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"school-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"school-faq-q\">What is Georgia Southwestern State University's student population?<\/h3><p class=\"school-faq-a\">Georgia Southwestern State University enrolls about 2,424 undergraduate students, per College Scorecard enrollment data.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n \"mainEntity\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\n \"name\": \"What is Georgia Southwestern State University's acceptance rate?\",\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n \"text\": \"Georgia Southwestern State University's acceptance rate is 75.2%, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard admissions data.\"\n }\n },\n {\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\n \"name\": \"How much does Georgia Southwestern State University cost?\",\n \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n \"text\": \"At Georgia Southwestern State University, listed tuition and fees are $5,220 per year, and the average net price after aid is $12,019. 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Total degree cost uses annual net price \u00d7 average years to graduate (4.5 years for Georgia Southwestern State University).\n <\/p>\n <p>\n <strong>Cost Breakdown:<\/strong> \"Pay with Cash\" reflects total cost of attendance including tuition, fees, books, and living expenses. \"Pay with Financial Aid\" reflects average net price after grants and scholarships. Individual costs vary based on financial aid eligibility and personal circumstances.\n <\/p>\n <p>\n <strong>Retention Rate:<\/strong> High retention (57.6%) indicates students are generally satisfied with their experience and academic support.\n <\/p>\n <p>\n <strong>Important Note:<\/strong> Earnings data reflects federally aided students only who are working and not enrolled 6 years after entry. Individual outcomes vary by major, career path, and personal circumstances. 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