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University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate68%

University of North Georgia Admissions

University of North Georgia admitted 68% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 9,599 students applied to University of North Georgia and 6,548 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to University of North Georgia, the regular decision application deadline is February 15 and the application fee is $40.

Students who apply to University of North Georgia for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than March 15.

University of North Georgia Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of North Georgia's admissions stats.

University of North Georgia 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 16%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 73%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 32%
Waitlist No

University of North Georgia Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of North Georgia.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Yes November 15 December 15
Early Decision II
Early Action Yes November 15 December 15
Regular Decision Yes 2 15 March 15

Considering Applying Early to University of North Georgia?


University of North Georgia offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. University of North Georgia will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply early because they believe it will boost their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of North Georgia Admissions


Transferring to University of North Georgia

For more information on transferring to University of North Georgia, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of North Georgia

University of North Georgia has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of North Georgia?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of North Georgia

What does University of North Georgia consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important

Make sure to check with University of North Georgia for more information on admission factors.

University of North Georgia Application Requirements

To apply to University of North Georgia, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of North Georgia's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of North Georgia?

Students admitted to University of North Georgia have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 76% submitted a class rank. At University of North Georgia 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of North Georgia, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 12.2%
3.75 and 3.99 25.6%
3.50 and 3.74 24%
3.25 and 3.49 16.9%
3.00 and 3.24 16.4%
2.50 and 2.9 4.9%
2.00 and 2.49 0.1%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of North Georgia directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of North Georgia does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 73% of University of North Georgia's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 32% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of North Georgia?

To be competitive with other University of North Georgia applicants, you should strive to score between 1010 and 1190 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of North Georgia 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1190 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of North Georgia students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of North Georgia students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of North Georgia, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of North Georgia's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of North Georgia students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to University of North Georgia

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of North Georgia during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of North Georgia Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of North Georgia?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of North Georgia.

Does University of North Georgia accept transfer credits?

✅ University of North Georgia accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of North Georgia accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to University of North Georgia?

✅ University of North Georgia is not test optional.

What is University of North Georgia's acceptance rate?

✅ University of North Georgia has an acceptance rate of 68%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of North Georgia?

✅ University of North Georgia offers early decision but the school has not provided an acceptance rate.

Want To Learn More About University of North Georgia?

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University of North Georgia Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

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University of North Georgia Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Feb 15

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of North Georgia is Feb 15.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of North Georgia is Jul 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of North Georgia SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1010 - 1190

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Math SAT Range

500 - 590

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Reading SAT Range

510 - 610

University of North Georgia GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.56

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of North Georgia, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.56. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

18,046

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

68%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,012

Out-of-State

$21,170

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Feb 15
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