Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Brunswick, GA & Lincoln University, PA
When students choose between College Of Coastal Georgia and Lincoln University, they're comparing two affordable public universities with dramatically different completion rates. Both schools charge around $12,900 annually with similar outcomes for those who finish.
But Lincoln graduates 52% of students who enroll, while Coastal Georgia graduates just 26%—a gap that fundamentally changes the risk equation for prospective students.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$15,039
federal loans
$28,250
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$11,189
borrowed by parents
$25,309
borrowed by parents
College Of Coastal Georgia is predominantly business-focused, with 28% of graduates earning degrees in business fields. The largest programs include Business/Commerce (76 graduates annually) and Nursing (42).
Lincoln University has a health-focused orientation, with top programs in Human Services (61 graduates), Radio/Television/Digital Communication (45), and Health Sciences (38). These different program concentrations help explain career pathway variations between the institutions.
For students prioritizing completion, Lincoln University delivers twice the graduation rate at virtually the same annual cost as College Of Coastal Georgia. Coastal Georgia offers slightly lower debt levels and may appeal to students confident in their ability to persist despite institutional completion challenges.
The data points to Lincoln as the lower-risk choice—but the decision depends on your academic preparedness, support system, and tolerance for completion uncertainty. If finishing college is the primary concern, Lincoln's track record speaks clearly.
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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