LaGrange College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	657
Religious affiliation	Methodism
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Acceptance rate	75%
Students retention rate	60%
On-time graduation rate	46%

Located in Lagrange, Georgia, LaGrange College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

LaGrange College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, LaGrange College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at LaGrange College is reported to be 46%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Georgia state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 38% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at LaGrange College is 60% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Georgia is 67%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at LaGrange College do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

74.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$32,840

Cost of attendance at LaGrange College in 2022 for students from Georgia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Georgia's average	$6,037
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$32,840

Cost of attendance at LaGrange College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Georgia's average	$16,177
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at LaGrange College received on average $24,854 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$24,854

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	73	42%	$4,933	$360,128
Other Federal Grant	116	67%	$4,233	$491,076
State Grant/Scholarships	139	80%	$4,174	$580,161
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	174	100%	$18,697	$3,253,361
Total Grant & Scholarships	174	100%	$24,854	$4,324,598

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of LaGrange College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of LaGrange College students is 46.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 60.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 37.1%.

46.4%

African American 28.8% 19 students
white 54.1% 98 students
Mixed Race 28.6% 2 students

Sport Conferences

Football USA South Athletic Conference
Baseball USA South Athletic Conference
Basketball USA South Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country USA South Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

LaGrange College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

LaGrange College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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