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Georgia Gwinnett College vs Georgia State University-Perimeter College

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Georgia Gwinnett College Georgia State University-Perimeter College
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 96% 91%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 760-1,020
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 15-21
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $15,844 $11,453
Sticker cost of attendance $22,547 $17,608
Graduation rate 21% n/a
Retention rate 63% n/a
Undergraduates 11,344 13,693
Student-faculty ratio 19:1 23:1
Setting Lawrenceville, GA Atlanta, GA
Type Public Public

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Georgia Gwinnett College or Georgia State University-Perimeter College harder to get into?

Georgia State University-Perimeter College is more selective, with a 91% acceptance rate versus 96% at Georgia Gwinnett College. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Georgia Gwinnett College or Georgia State University-Perimeter College?

Georgia State University-Perimeter College has the lower average net price ($11,453 versus $15,844). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.