Piedmont University
Faith-based college · Demorest, GA · 1,117 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
93%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1038–1245
ACT (middle 50%)
18–25
Average net price
$22,075
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$48,775
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
52%
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 Piedmont University?
Piedmont University accepts about 93 of every 100 applicants (93%), 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 1038 and 1245 on the SAT. A score at or above 1245 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1038, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–25.
The latest federal data says Piedmont University 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 Piedmont University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Piedmont University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $48,775 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $22,075 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 $32,760 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$32,760
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$32,760
- Room & board$13,800
- Total cost of attendance$48,775
- Average net price after grants$22,075
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Business, Criminal Justice.
Piedmont University FAQ
- What is Piedmont University's acceptance rate?
- 93% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Piedmont University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1038–1245. Aim for 1245 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Piedmont University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–25.
- Is Piedmont University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Piedmont University 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 Piedmont University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Piedmont University cost?
- About $48,775 a year before aid; $22,075 on average after grants.
- What is Piedmont University's FAFSA school code?
- 001588. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Piedmont University receives your information.
- What is Piedmont University's graduation rate?
- 52% of students finish within six years.
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