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About georgia southwestern
Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is an accredited four-year university ranked among the best in the nation for small-school value. GSW offers personalized attention, a tightknit peer community, and dedicated faculty and staff who truly care about your success – all at a price you can afford.
GSW will prepare you to take tomorrow by storm.
The GSW Experience will give you the opportunity to build personal and professional connections, cultivate your sense of purpose, find your passion, and ensure you are fully equipped to take the next step in your professional journey.
Famous Alumni • 1936 Griffin Bell
Former U.S. Atty. Gen.
• 1942 Jimmy Carter Former U.S. President
• 1946 Rosalynn Carter Former First Lady
• 1992 Thomas Carden U.S. Army Lt. Gen.
• 2013 Jaha Dukureh Human Rights Activist
I chose GSW because I knew I would be more than just a student here. Through leadership opportunities, athletics, and campus involvement, I have discovered my voice, developed confidence, and found a community that feels like home. Mabry Bowron – Cumming, GA - Psychology
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quick facts 2024-2025 Enrollment
4,017 59
20:1
66%
Apply online at gsw.edu Submit official SAT or ACT scores (not required)
Americus is a picturesque town of approximately 16,000 people. Its rich history and culture are evident in the downtown architecture of the boutique shops and unique restaurants. In Americus, embracing our small-town reputation means that locally roasted coffee is usually in hand and a friendly face is never far away.
Average Class Size
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Habitat for Humanity Founded in Americus, this non-profit works towards a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Rylander Theatre Female
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Countries Represented in Student Body
Student-toFaculty Ratio
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Male
34%
This historic Art Deco theatre, which opened in 1921, offers live shows year round.
Cafè Campesino Faculty with Terminal Degrees
68%
Average Incoming Freshman GPA
Georgia’s first and only 100% fair trade, organic specialty coffee company serves their locally roasted coffee on campus.
National & State Parks Explore the roots of our country and the beauty of Georgia at Andersonville National Historic Site, Jimmy Carter’s Boyhood Farm, and Veterans State Park.
Mobile Glassblowing Studios This local studio provides affordable, simple ways to experience glassblowing through education and the fabrication of mobile furnaces.
Submit official high school transcript
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Visit campus! Make your reservation at gsw.edu/Visit
4 Windsor Hotel This historic Victorian hotel, built in 1892, is located in the heart of Downtown Americus.
Downtown Americus Shop, dine, and explore our downtown businesses who offer discounts to GSW students with a student I.D.
Wolf Creek Plantation Sumter County’s first and only vineyard and winery hosts festivals throughout the year.
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Freshmen Living in University Housing
70%
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affordability Undergraduate Tuition
$2,640
Undergraduate Fees
$532
Scholarships & Programs With over $1 million in scholarships disbursed each year, Georgia Southwestern offers one of the most generous scholarship programs in the state. Beginning freshmen have the opportunity to apply for numerous scholarships, including the Georgia Southwestern Promise Scholarship. Final deadline is May 1.
Southwestern Promise Gold Level: SAT 1200 or ACT 25 | 3.0 GPA $3,000 Scholarship ($1,000 Academic + $2,000 Housing)
PRIORITY DEADLINE FEBRUARY 1
Southwestern Promise Blue Level: SAT 1050 or ACT 20 | 3.0 GPA No test scores | 3.6 GPA $1,000 Academic Scholarship
Unlimited Meal Plan
$2,230
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including $175 to use at the on-campus Chick-fil-A Express, Coffee Shop, Food Truck, and Convenience Store
Shared Freshman Housing
$2,608
Private Freshman Housing
$3,302
Students Receiving Financial Aid
88%
Freshmen Receiving HOPE and/or Zell Miller Scholarships
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52%
President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program Inspired by former US President and GSW alumnus Jimmy Carter, this unique, four-year honors program hones students’ leadership skills through service and academics. Application is competitive and has a February 1 deadline. Selected participants receive a $2,000 scholarship. gsw.edu/ CarterLeadership
Six States, One Rate Residents of Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee who attend GSW receive a tuition waiver, lowering their total annual cost to approximately $17,000. gsw.edu/Affordability
Nursing Guaranteed Acceptance Program GSW’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers an excellent opportunity for high school students who are interested in nursing. Eligible seniors may apply for the nursing program while still in high school. Acceptance into this program guarantees students a place in Georgia’s top-ranked nursing program. gsw.edu/GAP
Plan Your Visit
There’s nothing quite like visiting GSW and experiencing our beautiful campus for yourself. Explore tour opportunities and schedule your visit today at gsw.edu/Visit.
PREVIEW DAYS November 14, 2026 February 6, 2027 April 17, 2027
ACCEPTED STUDENT DAY March 5, 2027
TWILIGHT TOURS October 13, 2026 March 30, 2027 April 8, 2027
COLUMBUS DAY October 12, 2026
PRESIDENTS’ DAY February 15, 2027
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Experiential learning
points of Pride
The Office of Professional and Experiential Learning supports handson education through study abroad, domestic study away, faculty-mentored research, service-learning, internships, leadership opportunities, and other creative endeavors that greatly enhance the learning experience.
Ranked as one of U.S. News & World Reports’ Top Universities in the South, Georgia Southwestern State University is setting new benchmarks for growth, student success, and statewide impact.
GSW Alumni have found success in both local and national industries, including: • Phoebe Putney Health System • State of Georgia • Emory Healthcare • AT&T • Home Depot • Walmart • Aflac • Amazon
#1
Fastest-Growing State University in the University System of Georgia
#3
Best College Dorms in Georgia (2026, Niche)
#3
Among USG institutions for Median Warnings One Year After Graduation ($56,883) Certified Military-Friendly School
80%
of Graduates Remain in Georgia After Graduation
85+
Programs, Certificates, and Endorsements Offered
$32 m
Invested in Campus Improvements and Additions Over the Last Six Years
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Campus Life
It’s the people, the place, and the spirit that make GSW unique. Here, you’ll join a supportive community that helps you connect, grow, and make the most of your college experience.
I chose Georgia Southwestern because it offers the personalized support of a small university while providing the opportunities and resources that help students succeed academically and professionally. Jakobe Chrispen — Blakely, GA - Political Science
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Student-Led Organizations
GSW Experiences You Don’t Want to Miss
Recreation and Wellness Opportunities
Student Government Association
Homecoming Week
Group Fitness Classes
Fraternities and Sororities
Hurricane Athletics
Outdoor Basketball Court
Leadership Opportunities
Fried Chicken Thursday
Game Room
Academic Student Organizations
Spring Fling
Bike Share Program
Religious Organizations
Under the Lights
Racquetball Courts
Art and Cultural Groups
Blue & Gold Week
Intramural Sports
Honor Societies
Taste of the World
18-Hole Golf Course
Pancakes with the President
Rock Climbing Wall
Gold Force Thursday
Student Recreation Center
The Big Event
Tennis & Pickleball Courts Outdoor Day Trips Campus Lake Mental Health Resources
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SHARED SUITE
Housing
Health & Safety
• Fully Furnished Units
• On-Campus Health Clinic Provides Urgent Care, Testing, and Vaccinations
• No-Cost Laundry Rooms on Each Floor • Recreational and Common Areas
• Officer Escorts and Vehicle Assistance Upon Request
• Computer Labs and Study Lounges in Each Building
• State-Certified Law Enforcement Agency Protects Life and Property on Campus
• Loftable and Bunkable Beds • Semi-Private Bathrooms • Wireless Internet SEMI-PRIVATE SUITE
• In-Person and Virtual Mental Health Services
• On-Site Parking
• Officers Available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week *The Office of Public Safety provides an Annual Security Report in accordance with The Clery Act. Details are available at gsw.edu/CampusSafety.
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Day in the Life as a Hurricane:
9:00am: Wake up and grab coffee at Cafe Cam pesino on ca mpus 9:30-10:45am: EN GL 1101 11:00-11:50am: Go to UNIV 1000 class 12:00pm: Lunch in the Caf ! 1:00-2:15pm: US YUM History 2:30pm: Workout in F lorrie Chappe ll 4:00-5:00pm: Stu dy in Library 5:15pm: Dinner a t Chick-fil-a on ca mpus! 6:00pm: Play int ramural flag foo tball game 7:30pm: Head to women’s andsomcceer field to watch n’s games 10:00pm: Head ba for the night ck to dorm
0ne of the biggest perks of attending GSW is the one-on-one guidance you receive from professors, staff and other students who want to see you succeed. I have had numerous leadership opportunities that have pushed me out of my comfort zone, developed my skills, and helped me find a passion for serving others. Macy Taylor — Ochlocknee, GA - Marketing
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Hurricane Athletics
The Hurricanes compete at the NCAA Division II level as members of the Peach Belt Conference. Our teams are nationally ranked on and off the field, with numerous championship appearances and extraordinary community service hours. Recent athletics renovation projects enhance the fan experience for the entire student body.
MEN • Basketball • Baseball • Soccer
WOMEN • Golf • Cross Country
2026 PBC CHAMPIONS
• Basketball • Tennis • Softball • Cross Country • Soccer
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Academic Majors ART • • • • • • •
Pre-Professional Pathways ENGLISH
Ceramics Digital Arts Glassblowing Painting and Drawing Photography Printmaking Sculpture
BIOLOGY BUSINESS • Accounting • Human Resource Management • Management • Marketing
CHEMISTRY • Biochemistry • Forensic Chemistry • Professional Chemistry
COMMUNICATION AND EMERGING MEDIA COMPUTING • Information Technology ○ Data Science ○ Health Informatics ○ Multimedia and Mobile App Development ○ Project Management • Computer Science
CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION • Elementary Education • Health and Physical Education • Middle Grades Education • Secondary Education Teacher Certification ○ English, Math, History, and Political Science • Special Education
EXERCISE SCIENCE HISTORY • Southern Studies • Traditional
LONG-TERM CARE MANAGEMENT MATHEMATICS • Computational Science and Engineering
MUSIC • • • •
Choral Instrumental Piano Teacher Certification
NURSING • • • • •
ASN Traditional BSN 2nd Degree BSN RN to BSN LPN to BSN
POLITICAL SCIENCE PSYCHOLOGY SOCIOLOGY • Research • Social Work • Traditional
(229) 928-1273 | gsw.edu admissions@gsw.edu @georgiasouthwestern @gswadmissions
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Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician’s Assistant Pre-Veterinary
Certificate & Endorsement Programs • American Studies • Autism Education • Caregiving Issues and Management • Case Management and Care Coordination • Criminal Justice • Data Science • Digital Media Technology • English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) • Entrepreneurship • European Union Studies • Exercise Physiology • Exercise Science • Financial Technology • General Music • Health Communication • Journalism • Media Production and Culture
• Persuasion, Argument, and Advocacy • Pop Culture • Pop Music • Pre-Law Studies • Presidential Leadership • Project Management • Research Applications and Methods • Rhetoric • School Psychology • Social Justice • Sports, Leadership, and Communication • Strategic Communication • Visual Arts Studio • Wildlife Biology • Women’s Studies
Graduate Programs EDUCATION SPECIALIST • Elementary Education • Middle Grades Education • Teacher Leadership
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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OFFICE OF RECRUITMENT AND ADMISSIONS 800 GSW State University Dr. Americus, GA 31709
• Regents’ Engineering Pathway Program • Pre-Athletic Training • Pre-Dentistry • Pre-Law • Pre-Medicine
MASTER OF EDUCATION • Elementary Education • Middle Grades Education • Special Education
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING • • • •
Nurse Educator Leadership Informatics Family Nurse Practitioner
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE • • • • •
Nurse Educator Nursing Leadership Nursing Informatics Computer Science Family Nurse Practitioner
• Computer Science
These programs are available online or on campus. These programs are available online. As required by Title IX, Georgia Southwestern State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its education programs or activities, including in admissions and employment. Inquiries concerning application of Title IX can be directed to GSW’s Title IX Coordinator or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights. Please visit gsw.edu/TitleIX for more information.