At a glance
Average net price
$6,928
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
20.7%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
4,761
In-state tuition
$3,120
Out-of-state tuition
$10,080
Cost of attendance
$13,389
Median earnings (10y)
$43,184
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 59.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
6 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (67% of credentials).
- STEM0%
- Health28%
- Business3%
- Humanities & arts67%
- Trades & services2%
- Liberal arts66.4%~3,162 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions27.9%~1,329 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business2.8%~135 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~117 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
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
10 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,199 | $25,093 | $11,166 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 169 | $60,495 | $18,193 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 75 | $62,911 | $16,044 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 46 | $56,252 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 41 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
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 Georgia Highlands College
Georgia Highlands College is a mid-sized institution located in Rome, Georgia, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 4,761 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Georgia Highlands College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,928 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,120 for in-state students and $10,080 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,389 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 20.7%, a below-average completion outcome. 59.3% 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 $43,184 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Georgia Highlands College confers degrees and certificates across 6 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (67% of credentials), health (28% of credentials), business (3% 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 Rome, Georgia (suburb), Georgia Highlands 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 Georgia Highlands College
Q.How much does Georgia Highlands College cost?
The average net price at Georgia Highlands College is $6,928 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,389.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Georgia Highlands College?
Georgia Highlands College has a 6-year graduation rate of 20.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Georgia Highlands College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Georgia Highlands College graduate earns $43,184 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Georgia Highlands College?
Published tuition is $3,120 in-state and $10,080 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Georgia Highlands College located?
Georgia Highlands College is located in Rome, Georgia (ZIP 30161).
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 Georgia Highlands College at their official website.