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Small Colleges in Georgia

50 schools in Georgia. See our methodology.

Emory University-Oxford College stands out among Georgia's small colleges with a 15% acceptance rate and 94.7% graduation rate, making it more selective than many major universities. The state's 83 small colleges under 5,000 students offer remarkable cost variety, from Coastal Pines Technical College at just $124 net price to Spelman College at $36,828. Georgia's HOPE Scholarship program transforms the market for students maintaining a 3.0 GPA, essentially covering tuition at public institutions. Technical colleges like South Georgia Technical and Southern Crescent Technical produce graduates earning $30,000-$36,000 annually, filling critical roles in Georgia's logistics and manufacturing sectors centered around Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport and the Port of Savannah. Liberal arts institutions like Berry College in Mount Berry combine traditional education with strong career outcomes, as graduates earn $53,800 median salaries. The state's film industry, anchored by major studios in Atlanta, creates opportunities for graduates from specialized programs. Morris Brown College achieved a perfect 100% graduation rate with just 338 students, demonstrating how small scale can produce outsized results. These institutions serve as talent pipelines for Georgia's growing technology sector, with companies like Delta, Home Depot, and Coca-Cola headquartered in Atlanta.
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Schools
$13,466
Avg. Net Price
$41,198
Avg. Earnings
44.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

Small Colleges in Georgia

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# School Enrollment Net Price Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 973 $30,622 94.7% 15.0%
2 3,633 $36,828 76.1% 28.4%
3 338 $18,898 100.0%
4 1,302 $1,026 58.6%
5 4,035 $4,652 51.1%
6 779 $24,592 52.0%
7 451 $21,563 61.8%
8 2,541 $11,609 45.2% 43.1%
9 4,390 $10,145 35.4% 56.3%
10 488 $24,705 54.1%
11 1,688 $124 45.7%
12 2,213 $21,568 73.9% 66.3%
13 2,617 $20,752 40.4% 24.2%
14 2,762 $1,228 43.8%
15 4,620 $22,350 73.4% 74.7%
16 4,147 $5,613 36.1%
17 1,580 $294 41.7%
18 1,781 $5,222 40.4%
19 3,044 $-864 40.8%
20 813 $19,313 27.8% 46.1%
21 4,080 $1,432 34.4%
22 4,419 $4,694 29.6%
23 1,966 $4,361 36.7%
24 2,967 $5,821 36.5%
25 2,069 $7,210 34.9%
26 3,153 $5,876 33.1%
27 2,736 $35,949 52.7% 60.0%
28 2,960 $1,085 35.7%
29 3,936 $14,693 32.9%
30 466 $14,528 60.6% 66.8%
31 472 $30,243 36.4% 50.0%
32 898 $24,224 70.5% 66.5%
33 4,811 $2,050 30.1%
34 2,214 $4,293 34.1%
35 1,091 $6,072 34.1%
36 4,441 $6,588 20.8%
37 132 $27,010 40.9%
38 3,531 $8,509 30.8%
39 2,291 $12,052 31.9% 73.2%
40 1,588 $31,471 68.4%
41 113 $14,970 42.9%
42 2,727 $8,683 25.2%
43 3,482 $35,115 47.8% 56.3%
44 858 $24,832 71.9% 84.1%
45 529 $13,775 39.1%
46 1,553 $9,300 20.3%
47 2,668 $4,959 20.7%
48 3,218 $6,061 29.1% 67.0%
49 566 $17,805 41.8% 59.1%
50 1,368 $9,380 13.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Emory University-Oxford College different from other small Georgia colleges?

Emory-Oxford maintains a 15% acceptance rate, making it more selective than most state universities, while achieving a 94.7% graduation rate. With 973 students, it serves as a two-year pathway to Emory's main campus. Graduates earn $80,137 median salaries, the highest among Georgia's small colleges.

How affordable are Georgia's technical colleges compared to private institutions?

Georgia's technical colleges range from $124 to $4,652 net cost annually, with Coastal Pines Technical College being the most affordable at $124. Private colleges like Spelman cost $36,828 yearly. Technical college graduates typically earn $30,000-$36,000, providing strong return on investment for skilled trades.

Is Morris Brown College's 100% graduation rate sustainable?

Morris Brown College reports a 100% graduation rate with 338 enrolled students, the smallest enrollment among featured schools. This historically Black college recently regained accreditation after financial difficulties. The perfect rate reflects careful student selection and support systems at this Atlanta institution.

Does Georgia's HOPE Scholarship significantly impact college costs?

Students maintaining a 3.0 GPA receive free tuition through HOPE Scholarship at Georgia public colleges. This drops costs to room, board, and fees only. Technical colleges become nearly free, while universities like Fort Valley State cost $11,609 net after aid.

What career outcomes can students expect from specialized Georgia colleges?

Aviation Institute of Maintenance graduates earn $48,191 median salaries in Georgia's aerospace sector. Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service graduates earn $42,636 in mortuary science. These specialized programs align with specific industry needs and command higher salaries than general programs.

Where do small college graduates fit in Georgia's job market?

Georgia's film industry, logistics hubs around Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, and Fortune 500 companies in Atlanta create varied opportunities. Berry College graduates earning $53,800 often work in Atlanta's business sector. Technical college graduates fill manufacturing and transportation roles statewide.

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