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About Georgia Southern University

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Georgia Southern University is a public research university in Statesboro, GA, known for its health sciences focus and large student body. With an acceptance rate of 89%, GSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,357 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 970–1140 on the SAT and 18–23 on the ACT. GSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,386 per year; the sticker price of $34,633 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Georgia Southern University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

89%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1055
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 970 – 1140

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ACTScore range: 18 – 23

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Georgia Southern University

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Test Score Strategy
Georgia Southern requires test scores, so request your official SAT or ACT reports through College Board or ACT early to avoid processing delays that could hold up your application review.
Application Strategy
Georgia Southern has strong programs in business, nursing, and engineering technology, so identify the specific college or program you are applying to and make sure your application clearly connects your goals to what that program offers.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Georgia Southern University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$35k/yr$12.2k
30k-48k~$35k/yr$12.6k
48k-75k~$35k/yr$15.0k
75k-110k~$35k/yr$18.4k
110k+~$35k/yr$19.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

52%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
21,606
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

54%White
23%Black / African American
8%Hispanic
7%Unknown / Unreported
5%Two or More Races
2%Asian
1%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender43% Men · 57% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
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