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Young Harris College

Private nonprofit Young Harris, GA · Rural · Southeast · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
44%
Graduation Rate
$47,195
Earnings (10yr)
$22,034
Net Price
63%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Young Harris College has a graduation rate of 44%, reflecting the challenges many students face in completing their degrees. With an enrollment of 755, the college maintains a relatively moderate acceptance rate of 63%, indicating a selective but accessible admission process.

The outcomes for graduates 10 years after enrollment show an average earnings figure of $47,195. While specific mobility data is not available, students from low-income backgrounds may find the college's environment supportive, especially with a Pell Grant rate of 20%. This suggests that a portion of the student body relies on federal assistance to help fund their education.

Young Harris College has a net price of $22,034, with a median debt level of $27,000 for graduates. Students pursuing degrees in Business, Biology, Visual Arts, Education, and Psychology may find the most success here. The college suits those who thrive in a smaller community setting and seek a personalized educational experience.

Rankings

How Young Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation44%Earnings 10yr$47KNet Price$22KRetention65%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate20%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$20K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$20K$48-75K$25K$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%568.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%593.1%MOBILITY33.72%

Cost & Financial Aid

$32,305
In-State Tuition
$32,305
Out-of-State
$22,034
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
20%
Pell Grant Rate
33%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$19,721
Family Income $0–$30K
$17,986
Family Income $30K–$48K
$20,095
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,053
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$36,389
6 Years After Entry
$39,786
8 Years
$47,195
10 Years
0.57x
Debt-to-Earnings
52%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$36,389 6yr $39,786 8yr $47,195 10yr

Social Mobility

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

33.72%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
593.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
568.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$98,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.40
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 63%
Retention Rate 65%
Full-Time Faculty 37%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,302
Diversity Index 0.55
First-Gen Students 28%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 26%
Biology & Biomedical 14%
Visual & Performing Arts 11%
Education 9%
Psychology 7%
Communications 6%
English & Literature 4%
Mathematics & Statistics 3%