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Middle Georgia State University

Macon, GA·Public·6,655 students
Last updated: March 22, 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 6,655 students.

100%
Accept
6,655
Students
$13,922
Net Price
26%
Grad Rate
$35,000
Earnings
10 yr
$9,500
Debt

About This School

Middle Georgia State University is a public institution located in Macon, Georgia with approximately 6,655 undergraduate students enrolled. Middle Georgia State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 100%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,922 per year. The graduation rate is 26%, and the typical graduate earns $35,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Middle Georgia State University is a public university with its main campus in Macon, Georgia, United States. It is part of the University System of Georgia and offers programs to students on five campuses in Middle Georgia and online. Middle Georgia State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the open admissions policy and low median debt of $9,500 make it financially accessible, but a 26% graduation rate and 61% freshman retention rate suggest that most students who start here don't finish — a serious red flag worth understanding before enrolling. Median earnings of $35,000 a decade out are modest, so you'll want to research specific programs carefully, as outcomes likely vary a lot by major. Worth considering if you're pursuing a field where MGA has a clear strength (like aviation or information technology) and have a concrete plan to stay on track — but go in with eyes open.

Founded
1884
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions26%
Business & Marketing11%
Computer Science11%
Psychology10%
Education4%
Biological Sciences2%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
English2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1055
Reading 75th %ile610
Math 75th %ile570

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite22

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,432
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,032
Avg Net Price
$13,922
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$9,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
26%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
61%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.7x

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

White50%
Black32%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (6,655 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Middle Georgia State University

100 University Parkway

Macon, GA 31206

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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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