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Paine College

Private nonprofit Augusta, GA · Urban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
17%
Graduation Rate
$33,338
Earnings (10yr)
$16,670
Net Price
95%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Paine College has a remarkably high acceptance rate of 95%, making it accessible to a wide range of students. With an enrollment of just 388, this small college fosters a tight-knit community. Students looking for a welcoming environment may find Paine College particularly appealing.

The data on economic mobility is not available, but the college's student body includes a significant number of Pell Grant recipients—76%. This suggests that many students come from low-income backgrounds. While the graduation rate sits at just 17%, it reflects the challenges some students face in completing their degrees.

The net price for attending Paine College is $16,670, a figure that may be manageable for many students, especially those receiving financial aid. Graduates earn an average of $33,338 within ten years of completing their studies. Prospective students who thrive here are likely those who value community and support, and who are determined to navigate the academic hurdles that may come their way.

Rankings

How Paine Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation17%Earnings 10yr$33KNet Price$17KRetention54%Pell Grant Rate76%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$15K$0-30K$15K$30-48K$17K$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%3007.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%676.9%MOBILITY203.59%

Cost & Financial Aid

$14,596
In-State Tuition
$14,596
Out-of-State
$16,670
Avg Net Price
76%
Pell Grant Rate
76%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$15,322
Family Income $0–$30K
$14,959
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,233
Family Income $48K–$75K
$20,388
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$25,240
6 Years After Entry
$28,213
8 Years
$33,338
10 Years
31%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$25,240 6yr $28,213 8yr $33,338 10yr

Social Mobility

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

203.59%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
676.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
3007.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$36,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.00
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.10
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.8%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 95%
Retention Rate 54%
Full-Time Faculty 56%
Faculty Salary (mo) $3,659
Diversity Index 0.09
First-Gen Students 38%

Top Programs

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Biology & Biomedical 26%
Social Sciences 19%
Psychology 13%
Communications 6%