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Georgia Highlands College

Rome, Georgia Β· Suburb: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#4070
Nationally
#97
In Georgia
$2,280
In-State Tuition
per year
0%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
4,955
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
37/100
Below Average
#4070 nationally
#97 in Georgia
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes0
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth69

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Georgia Highlands College is a public four-year university located in Rome, Georgia. The college enrolls approximately 4,955 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $2,280 per year ($8,632 out-of-state), significantly below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$2,280/yr
In-State Fees$664/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$8,632/yr
Room & Board$1,200/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$4,144/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$10,496/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$2,280↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate0%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
4,955
Total Undergrads
66% F / 34% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 57%
Hispanic 20%
Black 16%
Asian 1%
Two or more 4%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($2,280/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,200/yr
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 0% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationRome, Georgia
SettingSuburb: Small
Size1,000–4,999
State Ranking
#97
in Georgia out of 7+ colleges
#4070
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.