Cheapest Social Work Colleges in Georgia

Dalton State College offers the state's most affordable Social Work education at just $4,694 net price, while graduates earn $36,437 annually - the highest starting salary among Georgia's 11 programs. This striking combination challenges assumptions about cost and quality in social work education. Georgia's expanding healthcare sector and aging population create strong demand for social workers, particularly in rural areas where many affordable programs are based. The state's public universities dominate the affordable options, with net prices ranging from Dalton State's $4,694 to Georgia State University's $15,931, while private institutions like Clark Atlanta University reach $35,115.

Programs

$4,694 – $35,115

Net Price Range

$29,814

Avg. Program Earnings

42.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Social Work Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Dalton State College Dalton, Georgia	$4,694	$3,283	29.6%
2	Savannah State University Savannah, Georgia	$8,683	$5,498	25.2%
3	Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, Georgia	$11,609	$5,392	45.2%	43.1%
4	Augusta University Augusta, Georgia	$13,347	$8,122	48.6%	85.5%
5	University of Georgia Athens, Georgia	$13,816	$11,180	87.2%	42.6%
6	Middle Georgia State University Macon, Georgia	$13,922	$4,432	25.6%	99.7%
7	Albany State University Albany, Georgia	$14,251	$5,934	22.8%
8	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$15,931	$8,478	53.7%	66.8%
9	Thomas University Thomasville, Georgia	$19,313	$11,640	27.8%	46.1%
10	Oglethorpe University Atlanta, Georgia	$21,735	$45,806	53.9%	71.0%
11	Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, Georgia	$35,115	$26,446	47.8%	56.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Dalton State College's Social Work program stand out financially?

Dalton State combines the lowest net price in Georgia at $4,694 with the highest graduate earnings at $36,437. The program's graduates out-earn those from much more expensive schools, including private institutions that cost seven times more.

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

Graduation rates span dramatically from 22.8% at Albany State University to 87.2% at University of Georgia. Fort Valley State University achieves a solid 45.2% graduation rate despite its $11,609 net price, while several programs struggle below 30%.

Does the HOPE Scholarship significantly reduce Social Work program costs?

HOPE Scholarship eligibility can cut in-state tuition substantially at public universities. Students with a 3.0 GPA pay just $3,283 in-state tuition at Dalton State and $5,392 at Fort Valley State, making these programs extremely accessible.

Where do Social Work graduates find employment opportunities in Georgia?

Atlanta's major hospital systems and social service agencies hire heavily from local programs like Georgia State University. Rural areas throughout the state face social worker shortages, creating job security for graduates from regional campuses like Dalton State and Albany State.

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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.