University of North Georgia
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want a large campus community. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 16,146 students.
About This School
University of North Georgia is a public institution located in Dahlonega, Georgia with approximately 16,146 undergraduate students enrolled. University of North Georgia has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 68%. The average net price after financial aid is $9,823 per year. The graduation rate is 37%, and the typical graduate earns $46,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of North Georgia (UNG) is a public university with multiple campuses in Georgia, United States. It is part of the University System of Georgia. The university was established on January 8, 2013, through a merger of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College. Campus locations include Dahlonega, Oakwood, Watkinsville, Blue Ridge, and Cumming.
The numbers tell a mixed story here — at just $10,785/year net cost and a median debt of only $9,673 at graduation, this is one of the more affordable public university options in Georgia, and the multi-campus setup offers real flexibility. However, the 37% graduation rate is a serious concern and worth asking about directly, as it suggests a significant number of students either transfer out or don't finish — so if you choose UNG, go in with a clear plan and strong support system.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 10% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
University of North Georgia graduates earn most above the national rate in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods ($50,102 vs $47,382 nationally), and most below it in Finance and Financial Management Services ($67,554 vs $83,343).
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 194 | $63,973 | $68,257 | −$4,284 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 164 | $81,887 | $88,910 | −$7,023 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 151 | $53,294 | $54,562 | −$1,268 |
| Biology, General | 147 | $54,272 | $57,214 | −$2,942 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 146 | $50,102 | $47,382 | +$2,720 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | 133 | $47,919 | $55,695 | −$7,776 |
| Marketing | 120 | $61,155 | $69,303 | −$8,148 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 110 | $57,813 | $55,378 | +$2,435 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 81 | $90,765 | $92,374 | −$1,609 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 80 | $67,554 | $83,343 | −$15,789 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 68 | $42,745 | $41,367 | +$1,378 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 63 | $48,699 | $53,072 | −$4,373 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (16,146 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of North Georgia?
University of North Georgia has an acceptance rate of 68%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is University of North Georgia hard to get into?
University of North Georgia is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of 68%. Solid grades and a complete application give most applicants a real shot.
How much does University of North Georgia cost?
The average net price at University of North Georgia is about $9,823 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at University of North Georgia?
University of North Georgia has a graduation rate of 37%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
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.
- 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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