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Georgia College and State UniversityMilledgeville, GA |
Main Address231 W Hancock St Milledgeville, GA 31061-3375 www.gcsu.edu |
Admission OfficeCampus Box 23 Milledgeville, GA 31061-0490 (478) 445-1283 Fax : (478) 445-1914 admissions@gcsu.edu Contact : Gwen Chretien Director of Admissions |
Type of SchoolMedium Public university liberal arts college 4-year school Coed Regionally Accredited Southern Association of Colleges and Schools College Board Member College Board Code: 5252 |
Quick FactsRegular Application Deadline : April 1 Percentage of students graduating within 6 years : 64.0% Total undergraduates : 5,844 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 1,481 Percentage of financial need met (average) : 63.0% Average financial aid package : $11,603.00 In-State Tuition : $9,530.00 Out-of-State Tuition : $28,710.00 |
School CalendarSemester |
Degrees AvailableCertificate Bachelor's Master's Doctoral |
SettingLarge Town (10-50k) Suburban Residential campus |
Other CharacteristicsCourses offered in Macon at upper and graduate level. |
AdmissionRegular application due: Apr 1 Priority application due : -- College will notify student of admission : -- Student must reply to acceptance by : -- Housing deposit due : May 1 |
Early Decision And ActionEarly action application due : -- College will notify student of early action admission by : -- |
TestsSAT Reasoning/ACT Score report due : Apr 1 SAT subject score report due : -- |
Financial AidFinancial Aid Application due : -- Financial Aid Priority Application due : -- College will notify student : -- Student must reply : -- |
Transfer StudentsTransfer Application closing date : -- College will notify student of transfer decision by : -- Transfer priority application date : Jul 1 Transfer student must reply : -- Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms : -- Transfer priority financial aid deadline : -- College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about : -- Student must reply to financial aid decision by : -- |
Learning EnvironmentCalendar type : Semester Student-faculty ratio : 17 to 1 Degrees Offered in : Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees Graduating in 6 years : 64.0% Returning for sophomore year : 86.0% |
Accreditation and AssociationsRegionally Accredited Southern Association of Colleges and Schools College Board Member |
Most Popular MajorsBachelor's |
All MajorsLevels at which colleges offer undergraduate majors are designated by these letters : A = Associate degree, B = Bachelor's degree, C = Certificate degree, D = Doctor degree, M = Master degree Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Communication, Journalism & Related Programs Computer & Information Sciences, Support Services Education English Language, Literature & Letters Foreign Language, Literatures & Linguistics Health Professions & Related Clinical Sciences History Liberal Arts & Sciences, Gen Studies & Humanities Mathematics & Statistics Multi & Interdisciplinary Studies Natural Resources & Conservation Philosophy & Religious Studies Physical Sciences Public Administration & Social Services Security & Protective Services Social Sciences Visual & Performing Arts |
Learning outside the classroomMany colleges offer special programs like the opportunity to study abroad or participate in internships to get on-the-job training. Nearly all colleges provide extra academic help or tutoring to students who need it. |
Special Study OptionsAccelerated Program Double Major English as a Second Language (ESL) External Degree Program Honors Program Independent Study Internships Student-Designed Major Teacher Certification |
Off-Campus Study OptionsStudy Abroad |
Extended Class AvailabilityExtensive evening or early morning classes Distance Learning |
Computer Services900 Public computers, available in: Computer Center, Dorms, Libraries, Student Center Dorms wired for access to campus-wide network Dorms wired for high speed internet connections Wireless network available Computer repair service available on campus |
Campus General InformationSize : Medium-sized Unique Facilities : art galleries, greenhouse, challenge/ropes course, planetarium, education museum Geographic Location : 95 miles from Atlanta, 30 miles from Macon. Large Town Suburban Residential Campus Total undergraduates : 5,844 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 1,481 Degree-seeking undergrads : 5,764 Graduate enrollment : 1,187 |
Student General InformationAll students average age : 20 Full time students average age : 22 In state students : 99.0% Out of state students : 1.0% Part Time students : 7.0% Percentage of males : 36.0% Percentage of females : 64.0% |
Race/EthnicityTwo or more races : 3.0% Black African American : 5.0% Asian : 1.0% Hispanic/Latino : 6.0% White : 83.0% |
Other Activities & OrganizationsOther Activities & Organizations : First-Year On Campus Requirement for all students under the age of 21(as of the first day of class of their entering semester), which requires all first year students to live on campus for 2 consecutive semesters. Only pets allowed are fish in 10 gallon or smaller tanks. 8.0% Men who Join Fraternities 13.0% Women who Join Sororities Student Newspaper : The Colonnade Student Newspaper URL : www.gcsunade.com |
Housing PoliciesFirst-year students living in college housing : 98.0% All undergraduates living in college housing : 36.0% |
Housing OptionsApartments For Single Students Special Housing For Disabled Students Special Housing For International Students Theme Housing Coed Housing |
Additional Housing OptionsHousing deposit : $235.00 Housing deposit due : May 1 Housing deposit is partially refunded if student does not enroll. Car is allowed for freshman Pet is not allowed in the Dorm |
General AthleticsTeam Name : Bobcats Sport Member : NCAA |
Sport's Levels AvailableClub Intramural Scholarship Intercollegiate |
Counseling And WellnessCareer counseling Employment services for undergraduates Financial aid counseling Health services Minority students services Personal counseling Placement services for graduates Adult (re-entering) student services/programs Veteran's counselor Women's services Alcohol/substance abuse counseling |
Additional Programs for Students with DisabilitiesServices and/or facilities for hearing impaired Partial services for students with learning disabilities Services and/or facilities for visually impaired Wheelchair Accessibility |
Academic Support ProgramsLearning center Reduced course load Study skills assistance Tutoring Writing center Pre-admission summer program |
Activity Name |
Available on Campus |
Campus Ministries |
Y |
Choral Groups |
Y |
Concert Band |
Y |
Dance Activity |
Y |
Drama/Theater |
Y |
Film Society |
N |
Fraternities |
Y |
Government or Political Activity |
Y |
International Student Organization |
Y |
Jazz Band |
Y |
Literary Magazine |
Y |
Marching Band |
N |
Model United Nations |
N |
Music Ensembles |
Y |
Musical Theater |
Y |
Opera |
N |
Pep Band |
N |
Radio Station |
Y |
Sororities |
Y |
Student Newspaper |
Y |
Symphony Orchestra |
N |
Television Station |
Y |
Yearbook |
N |
Sport Name |
Levels Available |
Baseball |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Men's Club |
Basketball |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Cheerleading |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Women's Club |
Cross-Country |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship |
Equestrian |
Women's Club |
Football(non-tackle) |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Golf |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Men's Club |
Lacrosse |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Rugby |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Soccer |
Women's Intercollegiate Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club |
Softball |
Women's Intercollegiate Women's Scholarship |
Swimming |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club |
Tennis |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's Club Women's Club |
Ultimate Frisbee |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club |
Volleyball |
Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Women's Club |
Other Sports : bass fishing club, clay target, e-sports
General Applying InformationApplication Fee: $40.00 Application fee notes: Paper application (reduced fee for online application) Application Fee Waiver Available: Yes Total applicants : 4,391 Admitted : 3,495 Enrolled : 1,481 Less selective 80.0% of applicants admitted Applied early admission : -- Admitted early admission : -- Applied early action : 911 Admitted early action : 541 Plan Available for early admission : Early action - not restrictive Offered place on waitlist : 88 Number accepting place : 86 Accepted from list : 86
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Very ImportantAcademic GPA Application Essay First generation college student Level of Applicant's Interest Recommendations Rigor of secondary school record Standardized Test Scores |
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ImportantCharacter/Personal Qualities Extracurricular Activities State Residency Talent/Ability |
ConsideredAlumni Relation Class Rank Geographical Residence Interview Racial/Ethnic Status Volunteer Work Work Experience |
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Test Policies for Admission DecisionsRequired: SAT or ACT |
Test Policies for placementSAT Reasoning Test ACT |
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SAT score use policyHighest Section Scores Across Test Dates |
Other Test PoliciesInformation not supplied by college |
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A note from the collegeTotal student portfolio and demonstrated potential for contribution to the university and probability for success. In the application review process, GC strives to discover students who will bring academic and creative achievements, elements of diversity, a proven commitment to community service and who have the potential to make significant contributions to society. |
GPAs of incoming freshmen3.5 - 3.74 : 26.0% 3.25 - 3.49 : 20.0% 3.00 - 3.24 : 16.0% 2.50 - 2.99 : 5.0% |
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SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing700 - 800 : 5.0% 600 - 699 : 52.0% 500 - 599 : 42.0% 400 - 499 : 1.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
SAT Math700 - 800 : 4.0% 600 - 699 : 35.0% 500 - 599 : 57.0% 400 - 499 : 4.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
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ACT Composite30 - 36 : 10.0% 24 - 29 : 60.0% 18 - 23 : 30.0% |
ACT Math30 - 36 : 4.0% 24 - 29 : 52.0% 18 - 23 : 41.0% 12 - 17 : 3.0% |
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ACT English30 - 36 : 24.0% 24 - 29 : 46.0% 18 - 23 : 29.0% 12 - 17 : 1.0% |
Advanced Placement Program (AP) InformationOffers credit for AP Exams : Yes Offers placement into higher-level courses for AP Exams : Yes Offers sophomore standing for qualifying AP scores : No AP credit policy depends on student’s major, school, or program : Yes From the college: An original College Grade Report must be sent from AP directly to Georgia College (CEEB 5252) in order to receive credit. This request may be made when students register for the exam. A "K" grade will be awarded for AP credit. This grade will not affect the student's grade point average but will count toward total hours and will fulfill degree requirements. |
Course Name |
Required |
Recommended |
English |
4 |
0 |
Math |
4 |
0 |
Science |
4 |
0 |
Science Lab |
2 |
0 |
Social Studies |
3 |
0 |
Foreign Language |
2 |
0 |
Test Subjects |
Middle 50% of First-Year Students |
SAT Math |
540 - 620 |
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing |
570 - 640 |
ACT Composite |
23 - 28 |
Exam |
Min Score Required |
Number of Credits (By semester credits) |
Equivalent Course(s) |
Applicable Program |
2-D Art and Design |
3 |
3 |
ARTS 1200 |
All |
3-D Art and Design |
3 |
3 |
ARTS 1201 |
All |
Art History |
4 |
3 |
ARTS 2800 or 2810 |
All |
Biology |
3 |
4 |
BIO 1100, 1100L |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
BIOL 1100, 1100L, 1120, 1120L |
All |
|
5 |
8 |
BIO 1107, 1107L, 1108, 1108L |
All |
Calculus AB |
4 |
4 |
MATH 1261 |
All |
Calculus BC |
4 |
8 |
MATH 1261, 1262 |
All |
Chemistry |
3 |
4 |
CHEM 1151, 1151L |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
CHEM 1151, 1151L, 1152, 1152L |
All |
Chinese Language and Culture |
3 |
3 |
MFLG 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
MFLG 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
MFLG 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
Comparative Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
POLS 2401 |
All |
Computer Science A |
3 |
3 |
CSCI 1301 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
CSCI 1301, 1302 |
All |
Computer Science Principles |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Drawing |
3 |
3 |
ARTS 1000 |
All |
English Language and Composition |
3 |
3 |
ENGL 1101 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
ENGL 1101 & 1102 |
All |
English Literature and Composition |
3 |
3 |
ENGL 1101 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
ENGL 1101, 1102 |
All |
Environmental Science |
3 |
4 |
ENSC 1000, 1000L |
All |
European History |
4 |
3 |
-- |
All |
French Language and Culture |
3 |
3 |
FREN 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
FREN 1002 & 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
FREN 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
German Language and Culture |
3 |
3 |
GRMN 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
GRMN 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
GRMN 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
Human Geography |
3 |
3 |
GEOG 1101 |
All |
Italian Language and Culture |
3 |
3 |
ITAL 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
ITAL 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
ITAL 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
Japanese Language and Culture |
3 |
3 |
MFLG 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
MFLG 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
MFLG 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
Latin |
3 |
3 |
MFLG 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
MFLG 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
MFLG 1002, 2001 & 2002 |
All |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
3 |
ECON 2105 |
All |
Microeconomics |
3 |
3 |
ECON 2106 |
All |
Music Theory |
4 |
3* |
MUSC 1500 |
All |
Physics 1 |
4 |
4 |
PHYS 1111, 1111L |
All |
Physics 2 |
4 |
4 |
PHYS 1112, 1112L |
All |
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
4 |
4 |
PHYS 2212, 2212L |
All |
Physics C: Mechanics |
4 |
4 |
PHYS 2211, 2211L |
All |
Psychology |
3 |
3 |
PSYC 1101 |
All |
Spanish Language and Culture |
3 |
3 |
SPAN 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
SPAN 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
SPAN 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
Spanish Literature and Culture |
3 |
3 |
SPAN 1002 |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
SPAN 1002, 2001 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
SPAN 1002, 2001, 2002 |
All |
Statistics |
3 |
3 |
MATH 2600 |
All |
United States Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
POLS 1150 |
All |
United States History |
4 |
3 |
HIST 2111 or 2112 |
All |
World History: Modern |
4 |
3 |
HIST 1131 or 1132 |
All |
*Check with the related academic department at the college for more information.
Exam |
Minimum Grade for Credit |
Credit Hours Awarded |
American Literature |
55 |
3 |
Biology |
50 |
4 |
Calculus with Elementary Functions |
50 |
4 |
Chemistry |
50 |
3 |
College Composition |
50 |
3 |
English Literature |
55 |
6 |
French I |
50 |
3 |
French II |
56 |
9 |
German I |
50 |
3 |
German II |
56 |
9 |
Human Growth and Development |
50 |
3 |
Humanities |
50 |
3 |
Introduction to Educational Psychology |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Business Law |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Psychology |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Sociology |
55 |
3 |
Pre Calculus |
50 |
4 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Management |
54 |
3 |
Principles of Marketing |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
50 |
3 |
Spanish I |
50 |
3 |
Spanish II |
58 |
9 |
Financial Aid Distribution & Stats% of scholarship / grants : 55.0% % of loans / jobs : 45.0% % of freshmen with need who received financial aid : 99.0% % Applied for need-based aid : 78.0% % Judged to have need : 62.0% % that were offered aid : 61.0% % that had need fully met : 20.0% % of need met : 63.0% Average 1st year financial aid package : $11,603.00 Avg non need-based aid : $2,435.00 Avg need-based scholarship or grant award : $4,673.00 Avg need-based loan : $3,847.00 Avg indebtedness at graduation : $31,402.00 |
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Financial Aid Deadlines |
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Contact InformationFinancial aid contact name : Shannon Simmons Financial aid office phone : (478) 445-5149 |
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Financial Aid FormsDomestic first-year financial aid applicants must submit the following forms, if applicable: FAFSA |
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Financial Aid PoliciesThis school practices need-blind admissions. |
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Scholarship OpportunitiesTrustee Scholarships: $6,000 per year for four years. Presidential Scholarships: $4,000 per year for four years. Vincent Scholarship: $3,000 per year. Goizeuta Scholarship: $4000 per year. All based on superior academic accomplishments. |
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Non need-based financial aid determined byAcademics Alumni Affiliation Athletics Leadership Music/Drama State/District Residency |
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Work Study ProgramsNights For part-time students Weekends |
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Tuition payment plansCredit card payment Installment payment |
Cost Category |
On Campus |
Off Campus |
At Home |
In-state tuition and fees: |
$9,530.00 |
$9,530.00 |
$9,530.00 |
Out-of-state tuition and fees: |
$28,710.00 |
$28,710.00 |
$28,710.00 |
Room and board: |
$11,126.00 |
$14,054.00 |
$5,600.00 |
Books and supplies: |
$1,500.00 |
$1,500.00 |
$1,500.00 |
Estimated personal expenses: |
$3,192.00 |
$3,192.00 |
$3,192.00 |
Transportation expenses: |
$1,581.00 |
$2,214.00 |
$1,496.00 |
Estimated Total In-state: |
$26,929.00 |
$30,490.00 |
$21,318.00 |
Estimated Total Out-of-state: |
$46,109.00 |
$49,670.00 |
$40,498.00 |
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Sport |
Male |
Female |
Baseball |
Available |
|
Basketball |
Available |
Available |
Cross-Country |
Available |
Available |
Golf |
Available |
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Soccer |
|
Available |
Softball |
|
Available |
Tennis |
Available |
Available |
Volleyball |
Available |
Available |
Credit InformationMinimum number of credits: 30 Minimum college GPA (on a 4.0 scale): 2.5 Lowest grade earned for course that may be transferred for credit (on a 4.0 scale): 1 Maximum credits/courses from a 2-year institution: 80 Maximum credits/courses from a 4-year institution: 80 Minimum credits transfers must complete to earn bachelor's degree: 40 |
Admission Requirements (Required)College Transcript(s) Statement of good standing from Prior Institution(s) |
Students who applied for transferTotal students who applied for transfer: 405 Transfers admitted percentage: 86.0% Transfers admitted: 349 Transfers enrolled percentage: 57.0% Transfers enrolled: 234 |
Terms in which transfer students may enrollFall Spring Summer |
Transfers accepted as2nd semester freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Services for students transferring IN from another schoolAdvisor Orientation Pre-admission transcript evaluation (determination of what courses will transfer) |
Special RequirementsMust have a 2.5 gpa or higher transfer gpa to be considered for admission to the University. Some programs require a higher gpa. Nursing and Education require a 2.75 gpa. |
Admission for International StudentsApplication fee: -- |
Annual College CostsTuition and Fees: $28,710.00 Room & Board(on-campus): $11,126.00 Room & Board(off-campus): $14,054.00 Additional estimated expenses: $1,900.00 Costs per credit hour: -- |
Financial AidInternational students eligible for non-need based aid Total Amount Awarded: $64,036.00 Number of enrolled international undergraduates received aid: 11 |
Tests for International StudentsTOEFL Required of non-resident alien applicants TOEFL (internet-based test) average score: 84.5 TOEFL (internet-based test) minimum score: 69 TOEFL (paper) average score: -- TOEFL (paper) minimum score: -- |
Services for International StudentsSpecial International Student Orientation Program International Student Adviser |