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Best Colleges for Political Science in Georgia

The best colleges for a Political Science 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 Political Science programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Political Science in Georgia?

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

What are the best Political Science schools?

The best Political Science 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 Political Science?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Political Science programs is approximately $30,211 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 Political Science degree?

A bachelor's degree in Political Science 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 Political Science 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 Political Science graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Political Science programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $63,530 per year. Below are the highest-paying Political Science 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. University of North Georgia — Dahlonega, GA · 67.9% acceptance · SAT 1,106 · $16,503 tuition · 37% grad rate
  5. 5. Kennesaw State University — Kennesaw, GA · 69.2% acceptance · SAT 1,113 · $17,736 tuition · 52% grad rate
  6. 6. Spelman College — Atlanta, GA · 24.9% acceptance · SAT 1,220 · $31,556 tuition · 78% grad rate
  7. 7. Morehouse College — Atlanta, GA · 44% acceptance · SAT 1,090 · $32,893 tuition · 59% grad rate
  8. 8. Mercer University — Macon, GA · 68.9% acceptance · SAT 1,271 · $42,312 tuition · 70% grad rate
  9. 9. Augusta University — Augusta, GA · 86.4% acceptance · SAT 1,070 · $24,734 tuition · 49% grad rate
  10. 10. Agnes Scott College — Decatur, GA · 62.2% acceptance · SAT 1,260 · $50,604 tuition · 71% grad rate
  11. 11. University of West Georgia — Carrollton, GA · 51.6% acceptance · SAT 1,032 · $17,800 tuition · 43% grad rate
  12. 12. Georgia College & State University — Milledgeville, GA · 78.2% acceptance · SAT 1,163 · $29,512 tuition · 64% grad rate
  13. 13. Georgia State University — Atlanta, GA · 55.4% acceptance · SAT 1,076 · $24,840 tuition · 53% grad rate
  14. 14. Valdosta State University — Valdosta, GA · 72.3% acceptance · SAT 1,013 · $17,836 tuition · 42% grad rate
  15. 15. Middle Georgia State University — Macon, GA · 99.7% acceptance · SAT 1,083 · $16,390 tuition · 25% grad rate

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