At a glance
Average net price
$16,670
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
14.4%
Admission rate
95%
Undergrad size
388
In-state tuition
$14,596
Out-of-state tuition
$14,596
Cost of attendance
$27,431
Median earnings (10y)
$33,338
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 53.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
6 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (32%), business (29%), stem (26%).
- STEM26%
- Business29%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences32%
- Business29.0%~113 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences25.8%~100 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences19.4%~75 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology12.9%~50 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History6.5%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication6.5%~25 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
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
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 Paine College
Paine College is a small institution located in Augusta, Georgia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 388 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Paine College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,670 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $14,596 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,431 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 14.4%, a below-average completion outcome. 53.6% 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 $33,338 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Paine College confers degrees and certificates across 6 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (32% of credentials), business (29% of credentials), stem (26% 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
Paine College accepts 95% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Augusta, Georgia (city), Paine 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 Paine College
Q.How much does Paine College cost?
The average net price at Paine College is $16,670 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,431.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Paine College?
Paine College has a 6-year graduation rate of 14.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Paine College?
Paine College admits 95% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Paine College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Paine College graduate earns $33,338 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Paine College?
Published tuition is $14,596 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Paine College located?
Paine College is located in Augusta, Georgia (ZIP 30901).
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 Paine College at their official website.