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About University of North Georgia

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University of North Georgia is a public university in Dahlonega, GA, known for its senior military college, north georgia mountains, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 70%, University of North Georgia is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 3,875 students each year. University of North Georgia is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1180, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. University of North Georgia offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,894 per year; the sticker price of $32,724 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of North Georgia acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

70%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1080
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 980 – 1180 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of North Georgia

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Application Strategy
If you have any interest in military leadership or ROTC, mention it clearly in your application. UNG is one of only six senior military colleges in the country and actively looks for students drawn to that culture, even if you are not committing to the Corps of Cadets.
Essay Strategy
Write concretely about why the Dahlonega campus or UNG's specific programs appeal to you. Admissions readers want to see that you understand this is a regional university with a distinct identity, not just a backup option, so name specific majors, faculty research, or campus traditions that connect to your goals.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of North Georgia actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$33k/yr$7.0k
30k-48k~$33k/yr$7.3k
48k-75k~$33k/yr$10.1k
75k-110k~$33k/yr$12.1k
110k+~$33k/yr$13.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

37%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
14,581
Undergrad Enrollment
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