Young Harris College

Young Harris, Georgia · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$22,034

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

41.8%

Admission rate

63%

Undergrad size

755

In-state tuition

$32,305

Out-of-state tuition

$32,305

Cost of attendance

$48,301

Median earnings (10y)

$47,195

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
64.6%
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (27%), business (26%), social sciences (19%).

  • STEM19%
  • Business26%
  • Humanities & arts27%
  • Social sciences19%
  • Trades & services9%

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

23 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
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's62$35,023$23,375
Psychology, General.Bachelor's37$25,017$27,000
Biology, General.Bachelor's31$23,692
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's28
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's20
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's16
Marketing.Bachelor's16
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's14
Outdoor Education.Bachelor's14
History.Bachelor's14
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's13$18,591
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's12
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's12
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's11
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's11
Chemistry.Bachelor's9
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Bachelor's8
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.Bachelor's8
Music.Bachelor's8
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's7
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.Bachelor's6
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's5
Mathematics.Bachelor's5

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 Young Harris College

Young Harris College is a small institution located in Young Harris, Georgia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 755 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Visual & performing arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Young Harris College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,034 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $32,305 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $48,301 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 41.8%, a average completion outcome. 64.6% 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 $47,195 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Young Harris College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (27% of credentials), business (26% of credentials), social sciences (19% 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

Young Harris College accepts 63% of applicants, making it moderately selective.

Location & campus

Set in Young Harris, Georgia (rural), Young Harris 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 Young Harris College

Q.How much does Young Harris College cost?

The average net price at Young Harris College is $22,034 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $48,301.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Young Harris College?

Young Harris College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Young Harris College?

Young Harris College admits 63% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Young Harris College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Young Harris College graduate earns $47,195 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Young Harris College?

Published tuition is $32,305 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Young Harris College located?

Young Harris College is located in Young Harris, Georgia (ZIP 30582).

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 Young Harris College at their official website.