Piedmont University
Piedmont University is a private research university in Demorest, Georgia, enrolling about 1,117 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 93.28% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $49,130 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $31,700
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,599 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 93.28% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,117 95.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.41%
- Average SAT Score: 1129
Piedmont University: what the data shows
Common questions about Piedmont University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Piedmont University?
Piedmont University is located in Demorest, GA (ZIP 30535-0010).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Piedmont University public or private?
Piedmont University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Piedmont University cost?
Published tuition: $31,700.
Average net price after aid: $20,599.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,416 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,618 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,085 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,161 |
| $110,001+ | $25,622 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $126,800.
How hard is it to get into Piedmont University?
Admission rate: 93.28%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1129 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Piedmont University?
Total enrollment: 1,117 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Piedmont University?
150%-time completion rate: 47.41%.
First-year retention: 69.8%.
What do graduates of Piedmont University earn?
Median earnings: $43,761 six years after entry; $49,130 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
42.35% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Piedmont University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (577 completions)
- Natural Resources Conservation and Research (120 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (108 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (65 completions)
- CIP 520201 (26 completions)
- Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education (24 completions)
- CIP 131001 (21 completions)
- CIP 131203 (15 completions)
- CIP 090906 (11 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (11 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Piedmont University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 93.28%; completion rate 47.41%; median earnings $49,130 at 10 years; net price $20,599. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$31,700
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Piedmont University was $31,700.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,599
2024 Value
In 2024 Piedmont University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,599.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$82,396 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,599 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$126,800 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Piedmont University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
42.35% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
65.82% 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 Piedmont 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 Piedmont 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 | $20,730 | $20,730 | $15,989 |
| 2014 | $21,350 | $21,350 | $16,674 |
| 2015 | $21,990 | $21,990 | $16,424 |
| 2016 | $23,112 | $23,112 | $16,438 |
| 2017 | $24,464 | $24,464 | $17,869 |
| 2018 | $25,920 | $25,920 | $17,894 |
| 2019 | $26,692 | $26,692 | $18,950 |
| 2020 | $27,520 | $27,520 | $18,796 |
| 2021 | $28,340 | $28,340 | $19,827 |
| 2022 | $29,190 | $29,190 | $18,732 |
| 2023 | $30,680 | $30,680 | $20,893 |
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
93.28% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1129
ACT Average: 23
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
95.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Piedmont University in 2024 is 1,117 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.8%
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
37.05% 100% Completion Time
47.41% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.05% of students graduating from Piedmont University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Piedmont University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$49,130 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
50.89% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
496.27% Return on Investment
5.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Piedmont University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Natural Resources Conservation and Research: 120 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 108 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 65 completions
CIP 52.0201: 26 completions
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education: 24 completions
CIP 13.1001: 21 completions
CIP 13.1203: 15 completions
CIP 09.0906: 11 completions
General Biological Sciences: 11 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 577 completions
Most popular programs at Piedmont University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Piedmont University graduates.
About
Piedmont University is a private non-profit institution located in Demorest, GA, offering 56 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,117 students. The admission rate is 93.28%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1129. The institution maintains a 47.41% graduation rate. Approximately 42.35% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Demorest, GA 30535-0010
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 56 distinct degree programs, Piedmont University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Piedmont University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $31,700 and average net price is $20,599 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Piedmont University?
The admission rate is 93.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Piedmont University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Piedmont University reports midpoint SAT about 1129 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Piedmont University earn?
Median earnings are $43,761 six years after entry and $49,130 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Piedmont University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Piedmont University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Piedmont University?
Total enrollment is about 1,117 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Piedmont University public or private?
Piedmont University is a private nonprofit institution located in Demorest, GA.
Is Piedmont University an HBCU?
No. Piedmont University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Piedmont University a tribal college?
No. Piedmont University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Piedmont University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Piedmont University does not meet that proxy (reported share 12.1%).
Is Piedmont University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Piedmont University: United Church of Christ.
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.