by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Georgia Southwestern State University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Georgia Southwestern State University were $5,220 per year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $16,572. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
Within that total, required fees amounted to $1,044 in-state and $1,044 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,176 | $15,528 |
| Fees | $1,044 | $1,044 |
| Total | $5,220 | $16,572 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and leave out room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much will Georgia Southwestern State University cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For perspective, here is how Georgia Southwestern State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In GA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, Georgia Southwestern State University is fairly typical on price.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. See the Georgia Southwestern State University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Tuition at Georgia Southwestern State University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,064 | $14,786 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,064 | $14,786 |
| One Year Ago | $4,064 | $14,786 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,176 | $15,528 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at GSW has trended over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 5.0%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $17,403 in the following year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of -1.35%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $5,149. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 0.85%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $16,712.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $5,149 | $16,712 |
| In 2 Years | $5,079 | $16,854 |
| In 3 Years | $5,010 | $16,997 |
| In 4 Years | $4,942 | $17,141 |
| In 5 Years | $4,875 | $17,286 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $67,704, or close to $20,180 for in-state students.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Georgia Southwestern State University, go to the Georgia Southwestern State University Financial Aid page.
