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LaGrange College

Lagrange, GA·Private nonprofit·566 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

63%
Accept
566
Students
$17,805
Net Price
42%
Grad Rate
$45,700
Earnings
10 yr
$15,750
Debt

About This School

LaGrange College is a private nonprofit institution located in Lagrange, Georgia with approximately 566 undergraduate students enrolled. LaGrange College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 63%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,805 per year. The graduation rate is 42%, and the typical graduate earns $45,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

LaGrange College is a private college in LaGrange, Georgia. Founded in 1831 as a female educational institution, LaGrange is the oldest private college in Georgia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers more than 55 academic and pre-professional programs, including graduate degrees in education, clinical mental health counseling and higher education administration.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — with a 42% graduation rate and only 60% of freshmen returning for sophomore year, there are real questions about whether students are finishing what they start. On the positive side, the average net price of $17,805/year is genuinely affordable for a private college, and median debt of $15,750 is modest, which softens the risk if things don't go as planned. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, faith-affiliated community in Georgia and have a clear plan for staying on track — but ask hard questions about support services and why so many students leave.

Founded
1831
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Health Professions24%
Business & Marketing20%
Visual & Performing Arts11%
Biological Sciences9%
Social Sciences8%
Psychology6%
Education3%
English2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Blake ClarkEdward A. O'NealJohn A. Winston

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$34,540
Out-of-State Tuition
$34,540
Avg Net Price
$17,805
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants44%
Median debt at graduation$15,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
42%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
60%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

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%
Black27%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (566 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

LaGrange College

601 Broad Street

Lagrange, GA 30240-2999

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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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