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College of Coastal Georgia

Public Brunswick, GA · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
26%
Graduation Rate
$39,318
Earnings (10yr)
$15,261
Net Price
98%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Nearly 3,000 students call the College of Coastal Georgia home, with an acceptance rate of 98%. This high acceptance rate reflects the college's commitment to accessibility and welcoming a diverse student body.

Data on economic mobility and outcomes for graduates is limited, but the average earnings ten years after graduation stand at $39,318. This figure suggests that while many students may face challenges, there is potential for improvement in their economic situations after completing their degrees.

The net price for attending the College of Coastal Georgia is $15,261, with a median debt of $15,039 for graduates. Approximately 40% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant portion of the student body comes from low-income backgrounds. Students who thrive here are likely those pursuing degrees in Health Professions, Humanities, Business & Marketing, Education, or Biology & Biomedical fields.

Rankings

How College Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation26%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$15KRetention59%Median Debt$15KPell Grant Rate40%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$20K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

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

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1730.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%893.4%MOBILITY154.65%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,616
In-State Tuition
$10,936
Out-of-State
$15,261
Avg Net Price
$15,039
Median Debt
40%
Pell Grant Rate
28%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$13,298
Family Income $0–$30K
$13,494
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,022
Family Income $48K–$75K
$19,646
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,382
6 Years After Entry
$38,753
8 Years
$39,318
10 Years
0.38x
Debt-to-Earnings
46%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,382 6yr $38,753 8yr $39,318 10yr

Social Mobility

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

154.65%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
893.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1730.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$64,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.85
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 98%
Retention Rate 59%
SAT Average 1000
ACT Midpoint 19
SAT Range 875–1100
ACT Range 17–22
Full-Time Faculty 73%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,029
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 38%

Top Programs

Health Professions 23%
Humanities 22%
Business & Marketing 22%
Education 7%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
Criminal Justice 4%
Psychology 3%
Culinary & Personal Services 1%