Georgia Southern University
http://www.georgiasouthern.eduHwy 301 South, Statesboro, Georgia 30460
(912) 478-5391
Georgia Southern University is a public, Carnegie Doctoral/Research university devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship, and service. The University’s hallmark is a culture of engagement that bridges theory with practice, extends the learning environment beyond the classroom, and promotes student growth and life success. Georgia Southern’s nationally accredited academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies prepare a diverse and select undergraduate and graduate student population for leadership and service as world citizens. Faculty, staff, and students embrace core values expressed through integrity, civility, kindness, collaboration, and a commitment to lifelong learning, wellness, and social responsibility. Central ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army) Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Master's degree Post-master's certificate Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
| Campus Setting | Rural: Distant |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Georgia Southern University, 86.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 58.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,767), and 54% receive loans ($5,801 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,900. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Georgia Southern University is $10,385 per year. |
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| Yearly Tuition | |
| Tuition Undergrad in State | $5,440 |
| Tuition Undergrad Out of State | $17,416 |
| Tuition Graduate in State | $5,040 |
| Tuition Graduate Out of State | $20,136 |
| Living Costs | |
| Total Expense in State on Campus | $17,640 |
| Total Expense Out of State On Campus | $29,616 |
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In Fall 2009, 8,620 people applied to Georgia Southern University. Of the applicants, 50.0% were admitted (56.0% male & 45.0% female ) and 72.0% accepted (73.0% male and 71.0% female) Of the 16,486 undergraduate students at Georgia Southern University, 10.0% are part-time. A majority (92.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 63.0% of the 2,600 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 95.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 81.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 50.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 17.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 45.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 47.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | April 1 or May 1 |
| Admissions Office Phone | 912-478- 5391 |
| Admissions Office Email | mbrundage@georgiasouthern.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | P.O. Box 8024 Statesboro, GA 30460 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/?link=type_transfer |
| Admissions Website | http://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/ (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply.htm |
| Application Fee | $30 |
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In order to be accepted to Georgia Southern University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 510 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 590 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 510 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 600 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 24 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 25 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 25 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 90 | 13 | |||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 90 | 13 | |||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 589 | 129 | |||
| Accounting | 98 | 45 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 110 | 84 | |||
| Business/Managerial Economics | 8 | ||||
| Finance, General | 134 | ||||
| Hotel/Motel Administration/Management | 42 | ||||
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | 3 | ||||
| Logistics and Materials Management | 59 | ||||
| Management Information Systems, General | 18 | ||||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 117 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 94 | ||||
| Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 9 | ||||
| Journalism | 17 | ||||
| Public Relations/Image Management | 42 | ||||
| Radio and Television | 26 | ||||
| Communications technologies/technicians and support services | 6 | ||||
| Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production | 6 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 49 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 13 | ||||
| Information Science/Studies | 36 | ||||
| Education | 44 | 312 | 198 | 55 | |
| Art Teacher Education | 7 | 2 | |||
| Business Teacher Education | 2 | 1 | |||
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | 7 | 22 | |||
| Curriculum and Instruction | 24 | ||||
| Education, General | 23 | ||||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 14 | 40 | 31 | ||
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | 25 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 158 | 5 | |||
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 15 | 1 | |||
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education | 3 | ||||
| French Language Teacher Education | 1 | ||||
| Higher Education/Higher Education Administration | 15 | ||||
| History Teacher Education | 11 | ||||
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 44 | ||||
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 4 | ||||
| Music Teacher Education | 14 | ||||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 19 | 4 | |||
| Reading Teacher Education | 23 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 21 | ||||
| Social Science Teacher Education | 1 | ||||
| Spanish Language Teacher Education | 5 | ||||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 27 | 4 | |||
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | 29 | ||||
| Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education | 6 | 1 | |||
| Engineering technologies/technicians | 174 | 3 | |||
| Civil Engineering Technology/Technician | 30 | ||||
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | 76 | ||||
| Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician | 21 | ||||
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other | 3 | ||||
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other | 21 | ||||
| Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician | 26 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 55 | 9 | |||
| English Composition | 13 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 36 | 9 | |||
| Speech and Rhetorical Studies | 6 | ||||
| Family and consumer sciences/human sciences | 101 | ||||
| Apparel and Textiles, General | 35 | ||||
| Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General | 22 | ||||
| Human Development and Family Studies, General | 44 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 17 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other | 15 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 2 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 149 | 29 | |||
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 9 | ||||
| Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner | 7 | ||||
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 2 | ||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 109 | ||||
| Public Health Education and Promotion | 31 | 20 | |||
| History | 44 | 6 | |||
| History, General | 44 | 6 | |||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 108 | ||||
| General Studies | 108 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 6 | 4 | |||
| Mathematics, General | 6 | 4 | |||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 155 | 46 | |||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science | 82 | 31 | |||
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management | 4 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies | 38 | ||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 35 | 11 | |||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 13 | ||||
| Philosophy | 13 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 43 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 32 | ||||
| Geology/Earth Science, General | 8 | ||||
| Physics, General | 3 | ||||
| Psychology | 7 | 85 | 24 | ||
| Psychology, General | 85 | 7 | |||
| School Psychology | 7 | 17 | |||
| Public administration and social service professions | 14 | ||||
| Public Administration | 14 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 85 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 85 | ||||
| Social sciences | 110 | 14 | |||
| Anthropology | 7 | ||||
| Development Economics and International Development | 4 | ||||
| Economics, General | 2 | ||||
| Geography | 14 | ||||
| International Relations and Affairs | 16 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 44 | ||||
| Sociology | 23 | 14 | |||
| Visual and performing arts | 93 | 8 | |||
| Art/Art Studies, General | 51 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 7 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 2 | ||||
| Interior Design | 31 | ||||
| Music Performance, General | 3 | ||||
| Music, General | 1 | 6 | |||
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sierra ferguson on April 26, 2011 said:
this is a very intresting school. i think i could benefit alot from attending this school.