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Georgia Southwestern State University

#675 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America
  • 4 Year
  • Americus, GA
  • 413 reviews
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    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      B-
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      C-
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      C-
    9. Dorms
      A-
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      C-
    12. Safety
      B
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    Georgia Southwestern is a public university located in Americus, Georgia. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,779 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Georgia Southwestern acceptance rate is 67%. Popular majors include Business, Accounting, and Nursing. Graduating 25% of students, Georgia Southwestern alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $29,400.
    About Georgia Southwestern State University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    Peach Belt Conference
    Address
    800 Georgia Southwestern State University Dr.
    Americus, GA 31709
    Website
    gsw.edu

    Georgia Southwestern State University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    67%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    960-1110
    ACT Range
    19-23
    Application Fee
    $25
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $12,585/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,296/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    96%

    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    81%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.27 responses
    75%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.32 responses
    75%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.32 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      74 Graduates
    • Accounting
      53 Graduates
    • Nursing
      52 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      45 Graduates
    • Psychology
      42 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      33 Graduates
    • Human Resources
      22 Graduates
    • Marketing
      17 Graduates
    • Information Technology
      13 Graduates
    • Sociology
      13 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,779Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    827
    Undergrads Over 25
    13%
    Pell Grant
    51%
    Varsity Athletes
    10%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 18 responses
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    • Hopeful for a bright future(at least I am)
      50%
    • Just trying to get through and out of here.
      33%
    • Diverse
      6%
    • Outgoing
      6%
    • Work hard, play hard!
      6%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    63%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.38 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.44 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 21 responses
    Report
    • They are devoted to each student's success
      76%
    • A let down.
      10%
    • Fast-paced
      5%
    • More focus on STEM departments.
      5%
    • They help you get involved with the other freshman
      5%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $36,400/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    25%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    71%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.17 responses
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    Georgia Southwestern State University Reviews

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    I have had an okay experience at GSW. The administrators are literally AMAZING, but the professors are average. Their Biology department is terrible, it's like some of the teachers are only there to get paid and aren't really helpful to their students. Other professors are okay, they try to work with their students. The cafeteria is terrible, the food is not really good. I only eat in two sections and that is the salad/ fruit bar and the grill. They do have Boar's Head, Chic fil-a, and the pod which are all good alternatives if you have flex cash or dining dollars.
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    Georgia Southwestern State University is a very clean and beautiful school. In my experience so far, everyone is very welcoming. The professors show that they care about your education, but do more than just teach, they also form bonds with their students, which builds a feeling of trust and security in the school.
    My overall experience here is pretty good, the students here are friendly and the professors are so engaging. I love that the school offers free tutoring and that they're able to work around your schedule to get the help you need. Not to mention they inform the first year students of practically everything, there's no need to worry this school supports you along the way and never hesitates to help.