Is Georgia State University worth it?
Georgia State University is a public, four-year institution in Atlanta, Georgia (large city). It awarded 8,261 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in multi studies, computer science and computer and information sciences.
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Federal data
Federal context for Georgia State University
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$37,719
Median earnings 4 years after
$58,898
Median earnings 10 years after
$47,384
Average net price
$15,931
Completion rate
53%
Completions (2024)
8,261
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
26,623
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 | $29,070 | $48,187 | 614 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $28,904 | $49,050 | 557 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $40,414 | $67,872 | 370 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $65,439 | $87,020 | 336 |
| Journalism | Bachelor's | $28,416 | $54,732 | 326 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $30,536 | $50,632 | 316 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $66,803 | $100,582 | 307 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $47,730 | $68,644 | 305 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $56,344 | $82,688 | 295 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $26,647 | $52,222 | 292 |
| Law | First professional | $77,765 | $116,613 | 290 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Bachelor's | $22,588 | $42,457 | 254 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $78,165 | $87,146 | 230 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $29,275 | $58,432 | 219 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $55,761 | $81,029 | 217 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 543 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 438 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 391 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 336 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 273 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 270 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Master's | 257 |
| Film/Cinema/Media Studies | Bachelor's | 227 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 219 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 217 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 16% | 16,767 |
| Educational Services | 15% | 16,242 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 14% | 15,125 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 8,466 |
| Finance and Insurance | 7% | 7,675 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 7,324 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 6,721 |
| Information | 4% | 4,795 |
Campuses
Campuses included
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Figures for employers, job titles and graduates found cover Georgia State University and 1 related campus reported under the same institution.
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Sources: federal figures for Georgia State University. 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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