The University of Georgia is the oldest state-chartered university in the U.S. The university started in 1785 with the mission of enhancing the state’s cultural, intellectual and environmental heritage. The historic north campus is a designated historic district in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The University of Georgia is a flagship university that is located in the town of Athens, which is near the capital of Atlanta. It is one of the highest ranking public national universities in the country. The university actively admits students who demonstrate the highest levels of academic achievement, creative endeavors and intellectual pursuits. The university prides itself on its respect for social, cultural …show more content…
The average incoming student has an SAT score of 1810 and 2060, an ACT 27 to 31 and a GPA is 3.81 to 4.06. Over 80 percent of students graduate within six years and 33 percent graduate with study abroad experience. There are programs on all seven continents, which includes Oxford and Costa Rica. Prospective students must submit an online application that includes unofficial transcripts and standardized test scores. Students must confirm with their department’s academic program coordinator to determine which tests are required for their major. Most programs require three letters of recommendation. Students who want to transfer will only be accepted if they have completed 60 or more credit hours and maintained a GPA of 2.8 or higher. They must also have graduated from high school at least one year before enrollment and have completed at least one year of …show more content…
Student technology fees of $591 are required for all nine semesters. The total cost for an online undergraduate student will be from $25,290 to $34,282. Online graduate students will pay $629 per credit hour, which equates to $20,757 per year for 33 credit hours. Online graduate students must pay $597 per semester for student technology fees. The University of Georgia is fully committed to proactively supporting student’s academic success through counseling and educating students of their eligibility for financial assistance programs. There are grants available, such as Federal Pell Grants, Federal TEACH Grants, Georgia Public Safety Memorial Grants (PSMGs) and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOGs). Scholarships include the UGA, HOPE, Zell Miller, Georgia HERO and Georgia Access scholarships. The university participates in the Federal Work-Study and there are various loans