Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.93%
SAT Average
1,075
ACT Range
17-23
Shorter University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.93%. This means approximately 969 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,091 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.93%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $24,044 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $24,044 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $34,985 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,286 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.44% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 49.24% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Shorter University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$24,044
Room and board
$9,784
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,160
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$34,985
Average net price
$16,286
Average aid coverage
53%
$18,699 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Shorter University pays approximately $16,286 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Georgia average of $16,729 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Shorter University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Shorter University net price
$16,286
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Shorter University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $24,044 and average net price at $16,286. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$24,044
Current net price
$16,286
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
37.08%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,604
Undergraduates
1,091
10-Year Median Earnings - Shorter University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Shorter University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Shorter University?
Undergraduates
1,091
Completion rate
37.08%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.44%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
49.24%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.44% of Shorter University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 49.24% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Shorter University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Shorter University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Shorter University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Shorter University is listed at 315 Shorter Ave, Rome, GA 30165. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Shorter University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorter University | 96.93% | $24,044 | $16,286 | $44,604 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Rome schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Rome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shorter University's acceptance rate?
Shorter University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.93%.
How much is Shorter University tuition?
Shorter University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $24,044.
What is Shorter University's average net price?
Shorter University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,286.
What does Shorter University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,057 for Shorter University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Shorter University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,604 for Shorter University.
Is Shorter University accredited?
Shorter University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Shorter University?
The local dataset lists 1,091 undergraduate students at Shorter University.
What percentage of Shorter University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Shorter University in the local dataset is 37.44%.
What is the federal loan rate at Shorter University?
The federal loan rate for Shorter University in the local dataset is 49.24%.
Where should I verify Shorter University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Shorter University or the latest official federal education data.