Gordon State College
Public university · Barnesville, GA · 2,544 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
890–1130
ACT (middle 50%)
15–24
Average net price
$8,779
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$15,728
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
22%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Gordon State College?
Gordon State College accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 890 and 1130 on the SAT. A score at or above 1130 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 890, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–24.
The latest federal data says Gordon State College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gordon State College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Gordon State College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $15,728 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $8,779 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $3,628 for GA residents and $11,140 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$3,628
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$11,140
- Room & board$10,444
- Total cost of attendance$15,728
- Average net price after grants$8,779
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Gordon State College FAQ
- What is Gordon State College's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Gordon State College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 890–1130. Aim for 1130 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Gordon State College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–24.
- Is Gordon State College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Gordon State College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Gordon State College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Gordon State College cost?
- About $15,728 a year before aid; $8,779 on average after grants.
- What is Gordon State College's FAFSA school code?
- 001575. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Gordon State College receives your information.
- What is Gordon State College's graduation rate?
- 22% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Gordon State College
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta UniversityAugusta, GA | 86% | 970–1140 | $12,017 | 48% |
| Covenant CollegeLookout Mountain, GA | 87% | 1160–1380 | $23,147 | 69% |
| Brenau UniversityGainesville, GA | 88% | 930–1200 | $17,968 | 34% |
| Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GA | 88% | 986–1133 | $16,785 | 54% |
| Oglethorpe UniversityAtlanta, GA | 88% | 1090–1310 | $20,156 | 55% |
| Savannah College of Art and DesignSavannah, GA | 83% | 1030–1270 | $50,165 | 70% |