Georgia Highlands College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. a public school with 4,441 students.
About This School
Georgia Highlands College is a public institution located in Rome, Georgia with approximately 4,441 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $6,588 per year. The graduation rate is 21%, and the typical graduate earns $38,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
Georgia Highlands College is a public college in northwest Georgia. It has locations in Floyd County, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas and serves the northwest parts of Georgia, as well as parts of east Alabama and southeast Tennessee. A member of the University System of Georgia, the college was originally a community college and has since expanded to also offer bachelor degrees. Between 5,700 and 6,100 students are enrolled at GHC in any given semester, representing 49 different countries. In 2020, the college had a record high number of graduates and an economic impact of over $181 million.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $6,588/year after aid and only $6,750 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find, making it a genuinely solid choice for students watching their budget. However, the 21% graduation rate is a serious concern — only about 1 in 5 students finishes, which suggests many students struggle to complete their degree here, whether due to finances, life circumstances, or academic challenges. If you enroll, go in with a clear plan, take advantage of support services early, and understand that the path to a diploma here requires real intention and follow-through.
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Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,441 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Georgia Highlands College
3175 Cedartown Highway, S.E.
Rome, GA 30161-3897
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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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
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