Is University of Georgia worth it?
University of Georgia is a public, four-year institution in Athens, Georgia (midsize city). It awarded 13,321 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, biology sciences and business administration and management.
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Federal context for University of Georgia
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Median earnings 1 year after
$48,074
Median earnings 4 years after
$74,144
Median earnings 10 years after
$68,726
Average net price
$13,936
Completion rate
90%
Completions (2024)
13,321
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
32,137
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $67,444 | $97,364 | 428 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $45,326 | $74,531 | 293 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $29,874 | $59,446 | 286 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $51,951 | $85,785 | 281 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $27,638 | $60,366 | 268 |
| Social Work | Master's | $45,622 | $60,590 | 261 |
| Law | First professional | $76,702 | $116,044 | 256 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | Bachelor's | $78,190 | $113,184 | 252 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $79,546 | $107,397 | 223 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | First professional | $110,583 | $131,209 | 212 |
| Insurance | Bachelor's | $64,131 | $94,729 | 189 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $56,630 | $80,881 | 181 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $118,821 | $154,042 | 174 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | Bachelor's | $39,275 | $70,510 | 172 |
| Veterinary Medicine | First professional | $96,208 | $134,085 | 168 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 578 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 530 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 463 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 427 |
| Management Information Systems, General | Bachelor's | 347 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 280 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 261 |
| Insurance | Bachelor's | 253 |
| Political Science and Government, General | Bachelor's | 239 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 228 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 20% | 25,147 |
| Educational Services | 20% | 24,468 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 9% | 10,484 |
| Finance and Insurance | 8% | 10,282 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 8,193 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 6,096 |
| Information | 4% | 5,262 |
| Wholesale Trade | 4% | 5,218 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Georgia. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Georgia. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page