University of Georgia
Athens, GA
Georgia's flagship public university in Athens, known for a top-ranked undergraduate business program (Terry), a strong journalism school (Grady), and an SEC football culture (Sanford Stadium, "Between the Hedges") that defines much of campus life every fall, alongside a large, prominent Greek scene and Athens' well-known live music scene downtown.
38%
Acceptance rate
1270–1480
SAT range
29–34
ACT range
32,137
Undergrads
$11,450/yr
In-state tuition
$31,688/yr
Out-of-state tuition
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Applies via Common App. Plan for the personal statement (650 words) plus whatever is below. Our standing advice: optional essays are optional in name only — write them.
🎉 UGA dropped its supplemental essay for 2026-27 — only the Common App personal statement is required. One less essay!
Scholarships: For Georgia students, UGA money comes in layers: HOPE/Zell by the numbers, Presidential from applying early, and the Foundation Fellowship as a genuine extra application worth real essay effort.
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