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Gordon State College
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Annual Tuition
$3,475
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
86.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
19.4%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$37,871
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Gordon State College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Barnesville, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,475, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 19.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
86.8%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$13,900
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.8 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$7,871
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$64,810
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$143,520
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 19%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Gordon State College is $17,500.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
11
Burglary
5
Theft
1
Assault
1
Robbery
1
Rape
3
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$3,475
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
48.3%
Success
19.4%
In-State Cost
$3,475
Age 25+ Students
20.4%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate/Associate's
Working at 6yr
1,737 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.