UNG Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 67.94%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1100. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $5,444
- Out-of-State Tuition: $16,956
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UNG:
- Total Enrollment: 19,291, including 4,162 online students
- 18,322 Undergraduate, 969 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 43.3% men, 56.7% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 37%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 20%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 73%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 97 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 23 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 24 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UNG Overview
University of North Georgia (UNG) is a four-year, public school located in Dahlonega, GA. University of North Georgia is a Senior Military College that also enrolls civilian students. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The UNG's tuition & fees is $5,444 for Georgia residents and $16,956 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 77% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,029.
The school has a total enrollment of 19,291 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
UNG's acceptance rate is 67.94% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 47.94%. The median SAT score is 1100 and the ACT score is 22.
UNG ranked 22nd in Georgia Colleges rankings. University of North Georgia is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of North Georgia is $5,444 for in-state students and $16,956 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $5,416 for in-state students and $18,484 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,687 for Georgia residents and $18,006 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $5,280 for Georgia residents and $19,083 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,444 | $16,956 |
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| Graduate | $5,416 | $18,484 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,687 | $18,006 |
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| Graduate | $5,280 | $19,083 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of North Georgia offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UNG
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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