College of Coastal Georgia Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
College of Coastal Georgia is a public four-year university in Brunswick, Georgia, serving roughly 2,979 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 98.13% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $39,318 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,616
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,261 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.13% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,979 64.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 25.59%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 37.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 73.2%
- Average SAT Score: 1000
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,350
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,548
- Room & Board: $14,012 annual estimate
College of Coastal Georgia: what the data shows
Common questions about College of Coastal Georgia, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is College of Coastal Georgia?
College of Coastal Georgia is located in Brunswick, GA (ZIP 31520-3644).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is College of Coastal Georgia public or private?
College of Coastal Georgia is a Public institution.
How much does College of Coastal Georgia cost?
Published tuition: $3,616 in-state, $10,936 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $15,261.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,298 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,494 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,022 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,785 |
| $110,001+ | $19,646 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $14,464.
How hard is it to get into College of Coastal Georgia?
Admission rate: 98.13%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1000 and midpoint ACT 19.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is College of Coastal Georgia?
Total enrollment: 2,979 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,350 students.
About 65% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at College of Coastal Georgia?
150%-time completion rate: 25.59%.
First-year retention: 58.7%.
What do graduates of College of Coastal Georgia earn?
Median earnings: $35,382 six years after entry; $39,318 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,039.
40.47% of students receive Pell grants.
What is College of Coastal Georgia known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (103 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (83 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (72 completions)
- 00.0300 (37 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (26 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (22 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other (20 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (18 completions)
- Research and Experimental Psychology, Other (14 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (14 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is College of Coastal Georgia a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.13%; completion rate 25.59%; median earnings $39,318 at 10 years; net price $15,261. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,616
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at College of Coastal Georgia was $3,616.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,261
2024 Value
In 2024 College of Coastal Georgia had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,261.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,044 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,261 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$14,464 4-Year In-State Tuition
$43,744 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,012 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,850 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,478 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$77,912 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for College of Coastal Georgia.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.47% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
28.38% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at College of Coastal Georgia was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for College of Coastal Georgia in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,388 | $12,246 | $11,144 |
| 2014 | $4,510 | $12,566 | $11,034 |
| 2015 | $3,971 | $10,578 | $12,572 |
| 2016 | $3,821 | $10,428 | $11,066 |
| 2017 | $4,496 | $12,918 | $11,689 |
| 2018 | $4,696 | $13,148 | $13,174 |
| 2019 | $3,933 | $10,839 | $12,990 |
| 2020 | $3,933 | $10,839 | $12,570 |
| 2021 | $3,933 | $10,839 | $13,258 |
| 2022 | $3,483 | $10,389 | $12,514 |
| 2023 | $3,483 | $10,389 | $12,905 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.13% Acceptance Rate
2,548 Total Applicants
2,510 Students Admitted
714 First-Time Students Enrolled
28.45% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1000
ACT Average: 19
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
College of Coastal Georgia reported total enrollment of about 2,979 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 29% male and 71% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (58.5%), Black or African American (20.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (9.4%). About 40.47% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 37.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
64.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at College of Coastal Georgia in 2024 is 2,979 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,350 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
58.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 58.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
13.68% 100% Completion Time
25.59% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 13.68% of students graduating from College of Coastal Georgia completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 32% male / 68% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 10% male / 90% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 50% male / 50% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for College of Coastal Georgia.
Return on Investment
$15,039 Median Student Debt
$39,318 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
38.25% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
544.09% Return on Investment
3.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for College of Coastal Georgia.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 22 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 103 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 83 completions
3. Business/Commerce, General: 72 completions
4. 00.0300: 37 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 26 completions
6. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 22 completions
7. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other: 20 completions
8. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 18 completions
9. Research and Experimental Psychology, Other: 14 completions
Most popular programs at College of Coastal Georgia.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for College of Coastal Georgia graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for College of Coastal Georgia from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 73.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,029
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,600
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
College of Coastal Georgia is a public institution located in Brunswick, GA, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General. Enrollment is approximately 2,979 students. Student body composition includes White (58.5%), Black or African American (20.6%), Hispanic or Latino (9.4%). The admission rate is 98.13%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1000. The 150%-time completion rate is 25.59%. Approximately 40.47% of students receive Pell Grants. About 37.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Brunswick, GA 31520-3644
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 25.59% graduation rate at College of Coastal Georgia falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of Coastal Georgia located?
College of Coastal Georgia is located in Brunswick, GA.
What is College of Coastal Georgia's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at College of Coastal Georgia is 98.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,548 applicants and 2,510 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does College of Coastal Georgia cost?
Reported tuition is $3,616 and average net price is $15,261 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,012 annually.
What is the student body demographics at College of Coastal Georgia?
College of Coastal Georgia reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,350 students, White (58.5%), Black or African American (20.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend College of Coastal Georgia?
About 37.8% of students at College of Coastal Georgia are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for College of Coastal Georgia?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, College of Coastal Georgia reports midpoint SAT about 1000 and midpoint ACT about 19.
What do graduates of College of Coastal Georgia earn?
Median earnings are $35,382 six years after entry and $39,318 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at College of Coastal Georgia?
The 150%-time completion rate is 25.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do College of Coastal Georgia students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,039.
Is College of Coastal Georgia public or private?
College of Coastal Georgia is a public institution located in Brunswick, GA.
Is College of Coastal Georgia an HBCU?
No. College of Coastal Georgia is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is College of Coastal Georgia a tribal college?
No. College of Coastal Georgia is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Georgia college costs
- Georgia colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Georgia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.