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Gordon State College

Public Barnesville, GA · Town · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
19%
Graduation Rate
$37,871
Earnings (10yr)
$8,105
Net Price
86%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Gordon State College has an acceptance rate of 86%, making it accessible for a wide range of students. This high acceptance rate reflects the college's commitment to welcoming diverse applicants and supporting their educational journeys.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data indicates that the college’s outcomes in terms of upward mobility are less defined, with a graduation rate of only 19%. This suggests that while many students enroll, they may face challenges in completing their degrees, which can impact long-term economic mobility. Graduates earn around $37,871 after ten years, indicating a modest return on investment.

The net price for attending Gordon State College is approximately $8,105, which is relatively affordable compared to other institutions. However, students typically graduate with a median debt of $17,500. The college attracts those interested in programs like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Education, particularly students who are looking for a supportive environment to start their academic careers.

Rankings

How Gordon Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation19%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$8KRetention51%Median Debt$18KPell Grant Rate48%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$13K$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%877.4%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1115.1%MOBILITY97.84%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,628
In-State Tuition
$10,948
Out-of-State
$8,105
Avg Net Price
$17,500
Median Debt
48%
Pell Grant Rate
36%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,912
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,817
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,435
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,615
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,163
6 Years After Entry
$36,740
8 Years
$37,871
10 Years
0.46x
Debt-to-Earnings
46%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,163 6yr $36,740 8yr $37,871 10yr

Social Mobility

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

97.84%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1115.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
877.4%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$74,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.98
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.8%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 86%
Retention Rate 51%
SAT Average 1023
ACT Midpoint 20
SAT Range 890–1130
ACT Range 15–24
Full-Time Faculty 43%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,589
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 38%

Top Programs

Health Professions 23%
Business & Marketing 19%
Humanities 16%
Education 12%
Psychology 7%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%