Best Value Business/Managerial Economics Colleges in Georgia

Georgia Institute of Technology graduates earn $52,941 annually while paying just $13,289 in net costs, making it one of the nation's strongest value propositions for business economics students. The state's public universities span a remarkable cost range from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College at $6,061 to Clark Atlanta University at $35,115, yet all feed into Georgia's expanding logistics and film production economy. Atlanta's status as a Fortune 500 headquarters center creates strong opportunities for business economics graduates, with companies like UPS, Delta, and Coca-Cola offering internships and entry-level positions. The HOPE Scholarship further reduces costs for Georgia residents maintaining strong academic performance.

Programs

$6,061 – $35,115

Net Price Range

$47,158

Avg. Program Earnings

54.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

13 Business/Managerial Economics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, Georgia	$6,061	$32,569	$3,195	29.1%	67.0%
2	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, Georgia	$13,289	$52,941	$11,764	92.3%	17.1%
3	University of Georgia Athens, Georgia	$13,816	$53,894	$11,180	87.2%	42.6%
4	Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, Georgia	$16,972	$55,512	$5,786	48.1%	67.9%
5	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$15,931	$48,041	$8,478	53.7%	66.8%
6	Georgia Southern University Statesboro, Georgia	$16,531	$42,682	$5,905	52.1%	88.9%
7	Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, Georgia	$18,809	$44,468	$8,998	61.6%	80.0%
8	Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, Georgia	$35,115		$26,446	47.8%	56.3%
9	Berry College Mount Berry, Georgia	$21,568		$40,416	73.9%	66.3%
10	Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, Georgia	$11,609		$5,392	45.2%	43.1%
11	Shorter University Rome, Georgia	$16,286		$24,044	37.1%	97.5%
12	Valdosta State University Valdosta, Georgia	$11,298		$6,007	41.7%	89.5%
13	University of West Georgia Carrollton, Georgia	$15,450		$5,971	42.7%	80.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Georgia Tech such strong value for business economics students?

Georgia Tech delivers $52,941 median earnings at a net cost of $13,289, creating one of the best return ratios in the state. The 92.30% graduation rate ensures most students complete their programs successfully.

How much do graduation rates vary across Georgia's business programs?

Graduation rates range from 29.10% at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College to 92.30% at Georgia Tech. Most public universities fall between 40-60%, while Berry College achieves 73.90% among private institutions.

Does the HOPE Scholarship significantly impact costs for Georgia residents?

Georgia residents at public universities pay dramatically less, with in-state tuition ranging from $3,195 to $11,764. The HOPE Scholarship covers full tuition for students maintaining a 3.0 GPA at public colleges.

Where do business economics graduates find the best earning potential?

Kennesaw State leads earnings at $55,512 annually, followed closely by University of Georgia at $53,894. Both schools benefit from proximity to Atlanta's major corporate employers and growing tech sector.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.