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Hardest colleges to get into in Georgia

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Top 10 colleges in Georgia with the lowest acceptance rates

What are the hardest colleges to get into in Georgia? We've got you covered. We've compiled a national college database and have created a list of the hardest universities to get into in Georgia below. These are the hardest 4 year colleges to get into in Georgia, and sometimes some of the hardest colleges to get into in the US. You could even say these are the best colleges in Georgia. We also include each college's median SAT and ACT scores so that you can see where you're most competitive. Read on to find out more.

Acceptance rates and test scores are for students who applied to start college in fall 2024, from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard unless an entry names the school's own figures. SAT section scores and ACT scores are medians for enrolled first-year students who submitted them, and an SAT total is the two section medians added together. Published , updated .

Emory University acceptance rate

Emory University accepted 10.7% of applicants for fall 2024.
Emory University
At Emory University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1520.
  • SAT math: 780
  • SAT reading/writing: 740
The median ACT composite score at Emory University is 34.
Emory University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Georgia Institute of Technology acceptance rate

Georgia Institute of Technology accepted 14.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
Georgia Institute of Technology
At Georgia Institute of Technology, the median SAT section scores add up to 1480.
  • SAT math: 760
  • SAT reading/writing: 720
The median ACT composite score at Georgia Institute of Technology is 33.
Georgia Institute of Technology requires SAT or ACT scores.

Spelman College acceptance rate

Spelman College accepted 24.9% of applicants for fall 2024.
Spelman College
At Spelman College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1220.
  • SAT math: 590
  • SAT reading/writing: 630
The median ACT composite score at Spelman College is 25.
Spelman College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

University of Georgia acceptance rate

University of Georgia accepted 37.7% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Georgia
At University of Georgia, the median SAT section scores add up to 1370.
  • SAT math: 690
  • SAT reading/writing: 680
The median ACT composite score at University of Georgia is 32.
University of Georgia requires SAT or ACT scores.

Morehouse College acceptance rate

Morehouse College accepted 44% of applicants for fall 2024.
Morehouse College
No SAT scores for Morehouse College are available for fall 2024.
The median ACT composite score at Morehouse College is 21.
Morehouse College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

University of West Georgia acceptance rate

University of West Georgia accepted 51.6% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of West Georgia
At University of West Georgia, the median SAT section scores add up to 1040.
  • SAT math: 500
  • SAT reading/writing: 540
The median ACT composite score at University of West Georgia is 19.
University of West Georgia requires SAT or ACT scores.

Georgia State University acceptance rate

Georgia State University accepted 55.4% of applicants for fall 2024.
Georgia State University
At Georgia State University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1060.
  • SAT math: 530
  • SAT reading/writing: 530
The median ACT composite score at Georgia State University is 22.
Georgia State University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Reinhardt University acceptance rate

Reinhardt University accepted 61.5% of applicants for fall 2024.
Reinhardt University
No SAT scores for Reinhardt University are available for fall 2024.
Reinhardt University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Agnes Scott College acceptance rate

Agnes Scott College accepted 62.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
Agnes Scott College
At Agnes Scott College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1240.
  • SAT math: 580
  • SAT reading/writing: 660
The median ACT composite score at Agnes Scott College is 27.
Agnes Scott College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Berry College acceptance rate

Berry College accepted 64% of applicants for fall 2024.
Berry College
At Berry College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1220.
  • SAT math: 600
  • SAT reading/writing: 620
The median ACT composite score at Berry College is 25.
Berry College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Conclusion

Getting into any college is an accomplishment, but these schools are arguably the hardest to get into in Georgia. Knowledge is power, and we hope this list gives you the key data you need to make a decision on where you should apply. You will want to be above the median SAT or ACT score, and have a strong GPA with good extracurriculars. Good luck!
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