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Georgia Tech stands out among Research and Experimental Psychology programs with a 92.30% graduation rate despite charging $13,289 net annually. The state's eight programs range from Savannah State's $8,683 to Emory's $23,911, creating a $15,000 gap between most and least expensive options. Atlanta's growing tech sector increasingly values professionals who understand user behavior research and cognitive science applications, making Georgia an attractive location for psychology graduates entering technology companies.
8
Programs
$8,683 – $23,911
Net Price Range
$29,535
Avg. Program Earnings
54.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Research and Experimental Psychology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,683 $5,498 25.2%
2 $10,785 $5,009 36.8% 69.6%
3 $13,289 $11,764 92.3% 17.1%
4 $15,074 $14,596 21.7% 51.5%
5 $16,531 $5,905 52.1% 88.9%
6 $18,809 $8,998 61.6% 80.0%
7 $21,735 $45,806 53.9% 71.0%
8 $23,911 $60,774 91.8% 11.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide cost difference between Georgia psychology programs?

Public universities like Savannah State charge $8,683 net while private Emory reaches $23,911, creating a nearly $15,000 gap. The HOPE Scholarship significantly reduces costs at public institutions for Georgia residents with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

How do graduation rates vary among affordable Georgia psychology programs?

Georgia Tech leads with 92.30% graduation rates despite being affordable at $13,289 net cost. In contrast, the cheapest option at Savannah State shows only 25.20% graduation rates, while mid-range Georgia Southern achieves 52.10%.

Does program cost predict post-graduation earnings in Georgia?

Georgia Tech graduates earn $31,839 annually despite moderate program costs, while the cheapest programs at Savannah State and University of North Georgia show earnings around $28,300. The relationship between cost and earnings remains inconsistent across Georgia programs.

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