PublicTownUniversity of North Georgia
UNG
Dahlonega, Georgia 30597
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
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University of North Georgia is a public town institution in Dahlonega, Georgia. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1136.
A large campus of 15.5K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
37% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,135 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,785.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Main article: History of the University of North Georgia North Georgia College and State University began in 1873 as North Georgia Agricultural College.
- •The college opened classes in 1873 with 177 students, 98 males, and 79 females, making it the first coeducational college in the state.
- •After the college was awarded the power to grant degrees in 1876, the first graduating class received degrees in 1879.
- •The first graduating class of four consisted of three men and one woman, making North Georgia the first public institution in the state to award a degree to a female.
- •The National Defense Act of 1916 that created the ROTC also helped establish the military presence that is felt on the campus today.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1136
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
79.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$9,673
Programs (86)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
102
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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