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University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate80%
Acceptance Rate80%

University of North Georgia Admissions

If you are planning on applying to University of North Georgia, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 15 and the application fee costs $40.

Students who apply to University of North Georgia for fall semester should anticipate a decision by March 15.

University of North Georgia Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of North Georgia 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 12%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 32%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 21%
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

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 to college early because they believe it will help their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that admit 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 decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling 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 admissions factors where you shine.

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
Academic GPA Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important

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

University of North Georgia 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of North Georgia, all applicants must submit the following items. 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 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 74.2% submitted a class rank. At University of North Georgia 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 73% 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 9.7%
3.75 and 3.99 21.97%
3.50 and 3.74 22.41%
3.25 and 3.49 19.98%
3.00 and 3.24 16.28%
2.50 and 2.9 9.49%
2.00 and 2.49 0.17%

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 highlights 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 considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

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, 32% of University of North Georgia's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 21% 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 aim to score between 1050 and 1220 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of North Georgia 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1220 and 25% of scored lower than 1050, 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 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of North Georgia students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

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

To be most competitive at University of North Georgia, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of North Georgia's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of North Georgia students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of North Georgia

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

• Fall Term

• Spring 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. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is University of North Georgia's acceptance rate?

✅ University of North Georgia has an acceptance rate of 80%.

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 ACT Scores

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ACT Range

20 - 26

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

26 and Above

Good

20 to 26

Avg

20 and Less

Low

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University of North Georgia SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1050 - 1220

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Math SAT Range

510 - 600

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Reading SAT Range

530 - 630

University of North Georgia GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.5

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of North Georgia, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.5. 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

18,985

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

80%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,462

Out-of-State

$21,620

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Feb 15
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