Cheapest Philosophy and Religious Studies Colleges in Georgia

Georgia's most affordable philosophy and religious studies programs reveal a stark $13,534 cost difference between Valdosta State University at $11,298 and Covenant College at $24,832. Public options like Valdosta State benefit from the HOPE Scholarship, while private colleges show graduation rates ranging from 21.70% at Paine College to 73.90% at Berry College. Philosophy graduates often find opportunities in Georgia's expanding nonprofit sector and the state's numerous religious organizations, particularly around Atlanta's faith-based community networks.

Programs

$11,298 – $24,832

Net Price Range

50.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Philosophy and Religious Studies, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Valdosta State University Valdosta, Georgia	$11,298	$6,007	41.7%	89.5%
2	Wesleyan College Macon, Georgia	$14,528	$27,650	60.6%	66.8%
3	Paine College Augusta, Georgia	$15,074	$14,596	21.7%	51.5%
4	LaGrange College Lagrange, Georgia	$17,805	$34,540	41.8%	59.1%
5	Piedmont University Demorest, Georgia	$20,893	$30,680	41.5%	64.4%
6	Berry College Mount Berry, Georgia	$21,568	$40,416	73.9%	66.3%
7	Covenant College Lookout Mountain, Georgia	$24,832	$40,464	71.9%	84.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between Georgia's cheapest and most expensive philosophy programs?

Valdosta State University charges just $11,298 net price as a public institution, while Covenant College reaches $24,832 as a private nonprofit. The HOPE Scholarship significantly reduces costs at public schools for Georgia residents with qualifying GPAs.

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

Berry College leads with a 73.90% graduation rate despite costing $21,568, while Paine College graduates only 21.70% of students at $15,074. Wesleyan College achieves a solid 60.60% rate at the second-lowest net price of $14,528.

Does acceptance rate correlate with program cost in Georgia philosophy programs?

Not consistently - Valdosta State accepts 89.47% of applicants while charging the lowest net price. Covenant College accepts 84.13% despite being the most expensive at $24,832, while mid-priced schools show more selective admission rates.

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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.