Paine College is a very small, four-year, highly residential, private not-for-profit school with 860 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1882 and is one of the 6 colleges and schools located in Augusta, Georgia.
Paine College deploys a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers 32 majors. The most popular concentrations are Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology, Business, Communication and Journalism, and Management. Read the details about all majors offered at this college.
Student Retention
55%
It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.
The student retention rate at Paine College is low at 55% (way below Georgia average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students do not seem to enjoy their stay at this school.
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 : 1
The graduation rate at Paine College is very low - 25%.
Student to full-time faculty ratio at Paine College is pretty decent -- 14:1. Find out more information about faculty at this college in the Faculty Info report.
Tuition and Loans
FAFSA Code for 2010/11
001587
If you wish to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the postsecondary institution code for Paine College is 001587. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.
Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides financial aid to eligible applicants. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.
Tuition and fees per year
$11,300
It is very easy to get approved for a loan at Paine College, as 86% of the school's students receive loans, and the average loan amount is about $3,800.
Average tuition pricing is close to the nationwide median - about $10,400 a year. The additional fees at Paine College not covered by tuition are around $900; this totals $11,300 per academic year.
Admissions Information
Acceptance Rate
40%
This college might accept dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) at entry.
According to government data, 2,975 applications were submitted and 1,191 were accepted (40%); so it is relatively easy to become a student at this school.
Dual Credits Accepted
Yes
The undergraduate application fee at Paine College is $25.00. The application fee cannot be applied toward tuition or required fees. Additionally, the application fee is not refundable if the student is not accepted to the college.
If you wish to obtain more detailed information about applying to Paine College, call the school's general information office at (706) 821-8200 or check Paine College Website.
Opportunities and Services
Videos Available
7
Paine College offers a distance education program and study abroad programs.
There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Paine College, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.
Dormatory Annual Price
$2,500
Paine College offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 600 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low -- roughly $2,500 a year.
Army ROTC programs are available at Paine College. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.
Crime and Safety
Safety Grade
D
Based on the college crime numbers, Paine College appears to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime Report for this college.
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