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Best Colleges for Biology in Georgia

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Georgia, led by Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus and University of Georgia. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Biology programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Biology in Georgia?

Based on our rankings, Emory University is the top-ranked college for Biology in Georgia. Other top choices include Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus, University of Georgia, Spelman College.

What are the best Biology schools?

The best Biology schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus, University of Georgia. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Biology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Biology programs is approximately $26,385 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Biology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Biology typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Biology rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Biology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Biology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $63,717 per year. Below are the highest-paying Biology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. Emory University — Atlanta, GA · 10.7% acceptance · SAT 1,520 · $64,280 tuition · 91% grad rate
  2. 2. Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus — Atlanta, GA · 14.1% acceptance · SAT 1,480 · $34,484 tuition · 94% grad rate
  3. 3. University of Georgia — Athens, GA · 37.7% acceptance · SAT 1,397 · $31,688 tuition · 90% grad rate
  4. 4. Spelman College — Atlanta, GA · 24.9% acceptance · SAT 1,220 · $31,556 tuition · 78% grad rate
  5. 5. University of North Georgia — Dahlonega, GA · 67.9% acceptance · SAT 1,106 · $16,503 tuition · 37% grad rate
  6. 6. Augusta University — Augusta, GA · 86.4% acceptance · SAT 1,070 · $24,734 tuition · 49% grad rate
  7. 7. Mercer University — Macon, GA · 68.9% acceptance · SAT 1,271 · $42,312 tuition · 70% grad rate
  8. 8. Kennesaw State University — Kennesaw, GA · 69.2% acceptance · SAT 1,113 · $17,736 tuition · 52% grad rate
  9. 9. Georgia College & State University — Milledgeville, GA · 78.2% acceptance · SAT 1,163 · $29,512 tuition · 64% grad rate
  10. 10. Morehouse College — Atlanta, GA · 44% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $32,893 tuition · 59% grad rate
  11. 11. University of West Georgia — Carrollton, GA · 51.6% acceptance · SAT 1,032 · $17,800 tuition · 43% grad rate
  12. 12. Clark Atlanta University — Atlanta, GA · 64.2% acceptance · $28,310 tuition · 49% grad rate
  13. 13. Georgia State University — Atlanta, GA · 55.4% acceptance · SAT 1,076 · $24,840 tuition · 53% grad rate
  14. 14. Clayton State University — Morrow, GA · 68.5% acceptance · SAT 958 · $16,532 tuition · 40% grad rate
  15. 15. Berry College — Mount Berry, GA · 64% acceptance · SAT 1,220 · $41,686 tuition · 69% grad rate
  16. 16. Valdosta State University — Valdosta, GA · 72.3% acceptance · SAT 1,013 · $17,836 tuition · 42% grad rate
  17. 17. Middle Georgia State University — Macon, GA · 99.7% acceptance · SAT 1,083 · $16,390 tuition · 25% grad rate
  18. 18. Albany State University — Albany, GA · $17,008 tuition · 31% grad rate
  19. 19. Gordon State College — Barnesville, GA · 85.9% acceptance · SAT 1,023 · $10,948 tuition · 20% grad rate
  20. 20. Dalton State College — Dalton, GA · $10,656 tuition · 25% grad rate

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