Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 34.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 31.9%
- Retention Rate
- 63.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,757
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,851
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 45.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $200/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $63,005 | $18,750 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $53,358 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $52,941 | $18,107 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $44,635 | $23,532 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $44,021 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,193 | $20,625 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $36,914 | $16,499 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $33,053 | $22,241 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $32,711 | $25,500 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $32,569 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $32,391 | $17,875 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $26,353 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $24,421 | $25,500 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $20,140 | |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
Georgia Southwestern graduates earn a median of $48,757 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $18,851. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39%, well below the concerning 50% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $200 represent about 4.9% of gross monthly income for median earners. The 45% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle with payments, though this reflects the rural Georgia job market more than the education quality. Many graduates enter teaching, healthcare, and business roles throughout southwest Georgia's small towns and agricultural communities. With 94% employment rates and relatively low debt burdens, Georgia Southwestern delivers an average return on investment for students seeking affordable regional career preparation.