Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at South Georgia State College
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Net Price
$9,823
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
South Georgia State College Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$8,767
South Georgia State College Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$7,553
$30–48k
$7,603
$48–75k
$9,823
$75–110k
$11,781
$110k+
$13,749
Understanding Your Aid Package
South Georgia State College has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$9,823/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$7,553/year
Get personalized cost estimates and assess whether borrowing makes sense.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$11,500
Range (25th–75th)$4,000 – $10,250
Median Parent PLUS Loans$12,003
Debt Manageability
0.26x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$35,697
Earnings Growth
+17%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$-4,652
38th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$19,321
25th %ile
$54,850
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about South Georgia State College Cost & Financial Aid
South Georgia State College's published tuition is $16,177 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $9,823—a difference of $6,354.
Families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $7,553 at South Georgia State College. 52% of students receive Pell Grants.
South Georgia State College offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for South graduates is $11,500, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $122 over 10 years.
Even families earning over $110,000 pay an average net price of $13,749 at South—still $2,428 less than the sticker price. Most families qualify for some form of aid.
