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Berry College

Private nonprofit Mount Berry, GA · Suburban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights

72%

Graduation Rate

$53,800

Earnings (10yr)

$22,320

Net Price

64%

Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Berry College has an acceptance rate of 64%, welcoming a diverse student body of 2,245 individuals. This creates a balanced environment where students can connect and collaborate. With a graduation rate of 72%, many students successfully complete their degrees.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on Berry College is limited, leaving some questions about economic mobility and outcomes. However, the school does cater to various fields, with strong programs in Biology, Business, Psychology, and Communications. This focus on popular disciplines can be beneficial for students looking to enter high-demand job markets.

Financially, the net price for attendance is $22,320, and graduates report a median earnings of $53,800 ten years after enrollment. Students graduate with an average debt of $23,250. Berry College attracts students who thrive in a supportive community and are focused on practical career paths.

Rankings

#4 Best Biology Colleges in Georgia #6 Best Communications Colleges in Georgia #8 Best MBA Programs in Georgia #10 Best Bachelor's Programs in Georgia #10 Best Master's Programs in Georgia #11 Best Colleges in Georgia #12 Best Psychology Colleges in Georgia #14 Best Education Colleges in Georgia

How Berry Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

Cost & Financial Aid

$41,686

In-State Tuition

$41,686

Out-of-State

$22,320

Avg Net Price

$23,250

Median Debt

27%

Pell Grant Rate

39%

Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$18,189

Family Income $0–$30K

$16,935

Family Income $30K–$48K

$19,283

Family Income $48K–$75K

$28,116

Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,014

6 Years After Entry

$48,714

8 Years

$53,800

10 Years

0.43x

Debt-to-Earnings

59%

Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

121.54%

Mobility Rate

Bottom 20% → Top 20%

3073.7%

Success Rate

If bottom 20% get in

395.4%

From Bottom 20%

Share of students

$103,100

Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.60

Economic Connectedness

Cross-class friendships

-0.03

Friending Bias

Lower = more inclusive

7.3%

Volunteering Rate

1.00

Support Ratio

Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 64%

Retention Rate 84%

SAT Average 1220

ACT Midpoint 27

SAT Range 1125–1330

ACT Range 22–28

Full-Time Faculty 80%

Faculty Salary (mo) $9,319

Diversity Index 0.47

First-Gen Students 17%

Top Programs

Biology & Biomedical 19%

Business & Marketing 15%

Psychology 8%

Health Professions 8%

Communications 6%

Education 5%

Social Sciences 4%

English & Literature 4%

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Quick Facts

Setting Suburban

Region Southeast

Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female

62%

White

72%

Hispanic

11%

Black

Asian

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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