by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Georgia Southwestern State University charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. You can jump to any of the following sections in our GSW cost report:
In 2020-2021, the average out-of-state tuition and fees at Georgia Southwestern State University ran about $16,186 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. Those who hail from the state of Georgia get a discount and only needed to pay $5,464 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $14,786 | $1,400 | $16,186 |
| In-State | $4,064 | $1,400 | $5,464 |
These tuition and fees costs include one year of academic instruction, but do not cover room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. Georgia Southwestern State University compares well with this national average since its average yearly cost in tuition and fees was $16,186 for out-of-state students.
Undergraduates who attend school in the same state they live in pay around $16,784 in yearly tuition and fees. In-state undergraduates at GSW pay about $5,464 a year, which is significantly less than the countrywide average.
The chart below shows how GSW compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Southeast | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Note that a school may appear to be more expensive than another school when you look at tuition and fees alone, but it may actually be a better deal when you factor in financial aid packages. For more details on that, see: Georgia Southwestern State University Financial Aid.
With an average annual growth rate of 0.52% for the past five years, Georgia residents could expect to pay $5,521 this year if the percentage growth remains the same.
If the in-state GSW tuition and fees growth rate stays consistent, two years of study could cost $11,070, and four years would cost $22,256.
During the same time period, tuition and fees for out-of-state students have increased by 0.73%. Out-of-state students will be charged approximately $16,422 in this academic year if the costs keep going up at the same rate.
For two years This means an estimated $32,963 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at GSW, and $66,405 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at GSW.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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