Is Georgia Highlands College worth it?
Georgia Highlands College is a public, four-year institution in Rome, Georgia (small suburb). It awarded 813 degrees in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing and health services.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,798
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,888
Median earnings 10 years after
$43,184
Average net price
$6,928
Completion rate
21%
Completions (2024)
813
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
4,761
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $28,403 | $44,693 | 237 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $74,476 | $89,765 | 58 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $83,986 | $95,596 | 54 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Bachelor's | $40,393 | N/A | 29 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | N/A | $68,347 | N/A |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | N/A | $64,541 | N/A |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 540 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 101 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 40 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 39 |
| Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | Bachelor's | 21 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Bachelor's | 20 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | Bachelor's | 18 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | Bachelor's | 14 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | Associate | 12 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | Associate | 3 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 46% | 2,763 |
| Retail Trade | 12% | 722 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 479 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 281 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 257 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 240 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 224 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3% | 162 |
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Sources: federal figures for Georgia Highlands College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Georgia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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