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College of Coastal Georgia

Brunswick, GA·Public·2,794 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. a public school with 2,794 students.

99%
Accept
2,794
Students
$12,905
Net Price
26%
Grad Rate
$32,800
Earnings
10 yr
$8,250
Debt

About This School

College of Coastal Georgia is a public institution located in Brunswick, Georgia with approximately 2,794 undergraduate students enrolled. College of Coastal Georgia has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $12,905 per year. The graduation rate is 26%, and the typical graduate earns $32,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

The College of Coastal Georgia is a public college in Brunswick, Georgia, United States. It was established in 1961 and opened in 1964, making it one of Georgia's newest state colleges. The college transitioned from a community college into a four-year college and conferred its first baccalaureate degrees on May 7, 2011.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the near-universal acceptance rate and low average net price of $12,905/year make this an accessible, affordable entry point for students in coastal Georgia, but only 26% of students graduate and just over half of freshmen return for sophomore year — warning signs that many students struggle to finish. Median earnings of $32,800 a decade out are modest, though the relatively low debt at graduation ($8,250) limits financial risk if you do complete a degree. Worth considering if you need an affordable, open-access option close to home, but come in with a clear plan and strong support system to beat the odds.

Founded
1961
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions22%
Business & Marketing16%
Biological Sciences6%
Education6%
Psychology4%
Mathematics0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1001
Reading 75th %ile602
Math 75th %ile563

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite19

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$3,483
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,389
Avg Net Price
$12,905
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$8,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
26%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
53%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$27,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White60%
Black21%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,794 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

College of Coastal Georgia

One College Drive

Brunswick, GA 31520-3644

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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