Emory University and Georgia College & State University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Emory is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Atlanta, GA and Georgia College is a four-year, public school located in Milledgeville, GA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Emory University | vs. | Georgia College & State University |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, Georgia | Location | Milledgeville, Georgia |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $64,280 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$9,186
Out-Of-State$29,512 |
| 53% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 83% |
| $51,142 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,524 |
| 10.65 % | Acceptance Rates | 78.23 % |
| 40.37 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 36.49 % |
| 1,520 | SAT Score | 1,150 |
| 34 | ACT Score | 24 |
| 91 % | Graduation Rate | 64 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 31 % |
| 96 % | Retention Rate | 82 % |
| 15,175 | Student Population | 7,097 |
| 1,617 | Number of Faculties | 342 |
| 10 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |