Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Tifton, GA & Galloway, NJ
When students choose between Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and Stockton University, they're comparing fundamentally different educational missions. ABAC in Tifton, Georgia specializes in agriculture and related fields, serving students seeking careers in farming, veterinary science, and agricultural business.
Stockton University in Galloway, New Jersey emphasizes health sciences and business, preparing graduates for healthcare, corporate, and professional careers. The question isn't which is better — it's which career path aligns with your goals.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$16,750
federal loans
$20,500
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$9,604
borrowed by parents
$23,182
borrowed by parents
ABAC is agriculture-focused, with its largest program being Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science (97 graduates annually), followed by Biology (40) and Business (37). The college also offers teacher education programs.
Stockton has a health sciences concentration, with Health Services leading at 345 graduates, followed by Business Administration (309), Psychology (165), and Criminology (157). These program concentrations directly explain the earnings differences — agriculture and education typically offer lower starting salaries than healthcare and business fields.
For students committed to agriculture careers, ABAC offers specialized training at a lower upfront cost — but the 29% completion rate demands serious consideration of academic readiness. Stockton delivers stronger outcomes for students seeking healthcare, business, or liberal arts careers, with 72% completing degrees and substantially higher earnings potential.
The data points to different schools for different purposes: ABAC for agriculture-focused students who can navigate completion challenges, Stockton for students seeking broader career options with higher earning potential. Success at either institution requires matching your goals to the school's strengths and being realistic about completion requirements.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
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