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Shorter University
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Annual Tuition
$24,044
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
96.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
34.3%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$44,604
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Shorter University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Rome, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $24,044, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 34.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
96.9%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$96,176
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
6.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$14,604
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$49,864
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$195,904
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 34%
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 Shorter University is $25,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
5
Burglary
1
Theft
0
Assault
2
Robbery
0
Rape
2
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$24,044
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
67.2%
Success
34.3%
In-State Cost
$24,044
Age 25+ Students
11.4%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Smaller
Working at 6yr
794 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.
Living In Rome
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$834
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$834
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,096
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Rome metropolitan area.