Middle Georgia State University
Middle Georgia State University is a public research university in Macon, Georgia, serving roughly 6,574 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 99.68% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,863 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,038
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,361 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 99.68% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,574 65.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 25.33%
- Average SAT Score: 1083
Middle Georgia State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Middle Georgia State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Middle Georgia State University?
Middle Georgia State University is located in Macon, GA (ZIP 31206).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Middle Georgia State University public or private?
Middle Georgia State University is a Public institution.
How much does Middle Georgia State University cost?
Published tuition: $5,038 in-state, $16,390 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,361.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,668 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,920 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,679 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,901 |
| $110,001+ | $16,762 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $20,152.
How hard is it to get into Middle Georgia State University?
Admission rate: 99.68%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1083 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Middle Georgia State University?
Total enrollment: 6,574 students.
About 65% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Middle Georgia State University?
150%-time completion rate: 25.33%.
First-year retention: 65.3%.
What do graduates of Middle Georgia State University earn?
Median earnings: $39,624 six years after entry; $40,863 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,000.
42.88% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Middle Georgia State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,491 completions)
- CIP 520201 (184 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (179 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (132 completions)
- CIP 490101 (119 completions)
- General Psychology (97 completions)
- General Computer & Information Sciences (91 completions)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (77 completions)
- CIP 470609 (56 completions)
- Criminal Justice and Corrections (54 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Middle Georgia State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 99.68%; completion rate 25.33%; median earnings $40,863 at 10 years; net price $12,361. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$5,038
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Middle Georgia State University was $5,038.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,361
2024 Value
In 2024 Middle Georgia State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,361.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,444 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,361 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$20,152 4-Year In-State Tuition
$65,560 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Middle Georgia State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
42.88% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
32.91% 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 Middle Georgia State University 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 Middle Georgia State University 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 | $3,326 | $9,613 | $9,049 |
| 2014 | $3,474 | $9,919 | $9,603 |
| 2015 | $3,890 | $10,919 | $9,369 |
| 2016 | $3,890 | $10,919 | $9,961 |
| 2017 | $3,924 | $11,092 | $9,743 |
| 2018 | $3,924 | $11,092 | $9,794 |
| 2019 | $4,042 | $11,389 | $10,116 |
| 2020 | $4,060 | $11,407 | $10,354 |
| 2021 | $4,042 | $11,389 | $10,295 |
| 2022 | $3,958 | $12,430 | $13,910 |
| 2023 | $4,432 | $14,032 | $13,922 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
99.68% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1083
ACT Average: 22
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
65.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Middle Georgia State University in 2024 is 6,574 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.3%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
12.42% 100% Completion Time
25.33% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 12.42% of students graduating from Middle Georgia State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Middle Georgia State University.
Return on Investment
$19,000 Median Student Debt
$40,863 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
46.50% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
726.45% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Middle Georgia State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 184 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 179 completions
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services: 132 completions
CIP 49.0101: 119 completions
General Psychology: 97 completions
General Computer & Information Sciences: 91 completions
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 77 completions
CIP 47.0609: 56 completions
Criminal Justice and Corrections: 54 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,491 completions
Most popular programs at Middle Georgia State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Middle Georgia State University graduates.
About
Middle Georgia State University is a public institution located in Macon, GA, offering 44 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 6,574 students. The admission rate is 99.68%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1083. The institution maintains a 25.33% graduation rate. Approximately 42.88% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Macon, GA 31206
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 25.33% graduation rate at Middle Georgia State University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Middle Georgia State University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $5,038 and average net price is $12,361 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Middle Georgia State University?
The admission rate is 99.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Middle Georgia State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Middle Georgia State University reports midpoint SAT about 1083 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Middle Georgia State University earn?
Median earnings are $39,624 six years after entry and $40,863 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Middle Georgia State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 25.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Middle Georgia State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,000.
How big is Middle Georgia State University?
Total enrollment is about 6,574 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Middle Georgia State University public or private?
Middle Georgia State University is a public institution located in Macon, GA.
Is Middle Georgia State University an HBCU?
No. Middle Georgia State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Middle Georgia State University a tribal college?
No. Middle Georgia State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Middle Georgia State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Middle Georgia State University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.8%).
Is Middle Georgia State University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Middle Georgia State University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.