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Georgia State University-Perimeter College

Atlanta, Georgia · City: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#1950
Nationally
#42
In Georgia
100%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$2,280
In-State Tuition
per year
15,522
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1950 nationally
#42 in Georgia
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment0
🔬Program Breadth82

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Georgia State University-Perimeter College is a public two-year community college located in Atlanta, Georgia. With 15,522 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 100%, the institution is considered accessible. In-state tuition is $2,280 per year ($8,632 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate100%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
13,065
Applied
13,012
Admitted
3,468
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading440 – 560
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math410 – 540
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)15 – 21
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$2,280/yr
In-State Fees$680/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$8,632/yr
Room & Board$2,000/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$4,960/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$11,312/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$2,280↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
15,522
Total Undergrads
61% F / 39% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 18%
Hispanic 15%
Black 43%
Asian 14%
Two or more 5%
International 5%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Open admissions policy (100% acceptance rate) — accessible to a wide range of students
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $2,000/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationAtlanta, Georgia
SettingCity: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#42
in Georgia out of 7+ colleges
#1950
nationally
Other Colleges in Georgia
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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.