Atlanta Metropolitan State College

Atlanta, Georgia · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$5,258

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

17.4%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

1,228

In-state tuition

$3,248

Out-of-state tuition

$10,400

Cost of attendance

$11,740

Median earnings (10y)

$33,252

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
44.8%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

7 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (47%), business (33%), stem (16%).

  • STEM16%
  • Business33%
  • Humanities & arts47%
  • Trades & services4%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

9 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's284$22,025$13,750
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate130
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's70$24,003$23,808
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Undergraduate certificate41
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate38
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's28$19,600$26,529
Biology, General.Bachelor's15
Religion/Religious Studies.Undergraduate certificate13
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Bachelor's6

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Atlanta Metropolitan State College

Atlanta Metropolitan State College is a mid-sized institution located in Atlanta, Georgia, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,228 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Computer science.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Atlanta Metropolitan State College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,258 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,248 for in-state students and $10,400 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $11,740 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 17.4%, a below-average completion outcome. 44.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $33,252 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Atlanta Metropolitan State College confers degrees and certificates across 7 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (47% of credentials), business (33% of credentials), stem (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Atlanta, Georgia (city), Atlanta Metropolitan State College draws students from across Georgia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Atlanta Metropolitan State College

Q.How much does Atlanta Metropolitan State College cost?

The average net price at Atlanta Metropolitan State College is $5,258 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $11,740.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Atlanta Metropolitan State College?

Atlanta Metropolitan State College has a 6-year graduation rate of 17.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Atlanta Metropolitan State College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Atlanta Metropolitan State College graduate earns $33,252 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Atlanta Metropolitan State College?

Published tuition is $3,248 in-state and $10,400 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Atlanta Metropolitan State College located?

Atlanta Metropolitan State College is located in Atlanta, Georgia (ZIP 30310).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Atlanta Metropolitan State College at their official website.