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University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, Georgia

$11k/yearCost after aid
Mar 1Application deadline

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N/ACampus
BAcademics
CAdmissions
B+Student Life
BOverall

About

University of North Georgia is located in Dahlonega, Georgia. The university enrolls approximately 15,542 students.

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Cost and aid

True cost

Great value
$11kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$5,009
Out-of-state tuition$15,441
Room & board$12,310
Avg aid package$6,456
Students receiving aid28%
Pell grant recipients28%

The University of North Georgia provides an affordable education, especially for in-state students, with tuition ranging from $5,000 to $7,499. International students can expect to pay between $15,000 and $20,000 annually. UNG also offers financial aid and scholarships to help students manage the cost of their education.

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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1020–1215
4001600
ACT · middle 50%19–25
136

Application info

Acceptance rate72%
Average GPA3.56
Student–faculty ratio18:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes
Application fee$40

Application dates

Regular DecisionFeb 1

UNG has a somewhat selective admission policy with an acceptance rate ranging from 69% to 72%. The university considers factors such as entrance examinations and students' past academic records. UNG welcomes international students and has specific English language proficiency requirements.

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Academics

Graduation rate38%
Retention rate73%
Student–faculty ratio18:1
Full-time faculty76%

UNG offers a blend of close connections and smaller campuses paired with the resources of a large university. The university emphasizes leadership, innovation, collaboration, and exploration. Small class sizes and engaged professors foster personal relationships with students, making learning interactive and supportive.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$50,135
Avg starting salary$43,000
Job placement rate96%
Earn more than HS grad70%
Economic mobility122%
Loan default (3 yr)6%
Loan repayment (3 yr)63%

UNG focuses on building practical, transferable skills such as critical thinking and research across various fields. The university emphasizes research in every field to cultivate critical thinkers. A high percentage of graduates feel confident about finding jobs in their fields.

Student life

Demographics

Large School
15,542Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 56%Male 44%
70% WhiteRacial diversity
White 70%Hispanic 17%Black 4%Asian 3%Other 6%
Greek lifeYes
Campus housingYes

Student life at UNG varies between campuses, with the Dahlonega campus offering on-campus housing. UNG has over 200 student organizations across its campuses, providing opportunities for students to get involved. The university is known for its welcoming community and calm atmosphere.

Student reviews

Professors

Student

The academic breadth of what the school teaches is amazing. They do not focus on one subject, but rather, they focus on building practical transferable skills such as critical thinking and challenging assumptions. They focus on research in every field, this building critical thinkers.

Campus and vibes

Current Student

I love it here. The nature and views are to die for. I am really into hiking and there is hikes all over. The college is very welcoming and student staff as well as faculty are very caring. All of my professors are attentive and communicate very well in regards into class material.

Current Student

Overall, I really like the campus, it is very pretty and a lot of areas to walk around and sit/study. I have had good experiences with professors and bad experiences, but I feel like that’s normal. It has been a decent experience as far as college goes.

Alumni

I loved attending the University of North Georgia! The views are beautiful. The only issue is they did not have to major that I want, which is Religious Studies, so I had to transfer.

Current Student

it’s a very homey campus and extremely calm with out the crazy party atmosphere. i do recommend UNG because you will feel right at home with a place of belonging

Student

University of North Georgia is a college that thrives on being a community and earning achievements through studies the student has learned throughout their semester. If there is one point I highly applaud this University for, is the vast options of volunteering, community, and an array of opportunities if you want to volunteer, be a tutor, etc.

About University of North Georgia

UNG is committed to promoting safety on its campuses through various security measures. The university works to minimize unsafe conditions and provides well-lit parking lots and pedestrian areas. The university also has open lines of communication with nearby law enforcement agencies.

UNG's Honors Program emphasizes leadership and requires students to serve in leadership positions. A distinctive feature is that 40% of students in the program study abroad before graduation. The program offers small classes, research opportunities, and professional mentorship.

UNG welcomes international students from over 30 countries, with the Center for Global Engagement providing support for their transition. The university has established international partnerships to facilitate student and faculty exchanges. International students contribute to a globally diverse campus community.

Endowment$74,995,940
Avg faculty salary$98,280

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