Cheapest Clinical Colleges in Georgia

Clayton State University stands out among Georgia's Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology programs with a net cost of just $10,145, nearly half the price of the next cheapest option. This affordability gap becomes especially significant as Georgia's expanding healthcare sector and growing mental health awareness create steady demand for psychology professionals across metro Atlanta and beyond. The seven programs span from $10,145 to $20,752, with graduates earning between $25,194 and $30,771 annually.

Programs

$10,145 – $20,752

Net Price Range

$28,007

Avg. Program Earnings

49.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Clayton State University Morrow, Georgia	$10,145	$5,068	35.4%	56.3%
2	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, Georgia	$13,289	$11,764	92.3%	17.1%
3	Wesleyan College Macon, Georgia	$14,528	$27,650	60.6%	66.8%
4	Paine College Augusta, Georgia	$15,074	$14,596	21.7%	51.5%
5	Georgia Southern University Statesboro, Georgia	$16,531	$5,905	52.1%	88.9%
6	Toccoa Falls College Toccoa Falls, Georgia	$20,133	$23,250	46.0%	68.0%
7	Point University West Point, Georgia	$20,752	$22,300	40.4%	24.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Clayton State University the most affordable option for psychology students?

Clayton State's net cost of $10,145 represents strong value for in-state students who pay just $5,068 in tuition. The university's location in Morrow provides access to Atlanta's healthcare networks while maintaining lower operational costs than urban campuses.

How do graduation rates vary among Georgia's affordable psychology programs?

Georgia Tech leads with a 92.30% graduation rate, though it's primarily known for technology rather than psychology. Among traditional psychology-focused schools, Wesleyan College achieves 60.60% while Georgia Southern reaches 52.10%, both significantly higher than Paine College's 21.70%.

Does the HOPE Scholarship impact psychology program costs in Georgia?

HOPE Scholarship covers full tuition at public institutions for students maintaining a 3.0 GPA, making schools like Clayton State and Georgia Southern extremely affordable. This benefit doesn't apply to private colleges like Wesleyan or Point University, where students pay the full net price.

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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.