Cost of Attendance

Cost of Attendance for 2026-2027

Cost of Attendance (COA) is the estimated total cost to attend college for one academic year. It includes direct costs like tuition and fees, and indirect costs such as housing, meals, books, transportation, and personal expenses. COA varies by school and depends on factors like residency status, living arrangements, and program of study. It also determines the maximum financial aid a student can receive. If aid exceeds COA, it must be reduced. A higher COA may qualify students for more need-based aid. COA isn’t just a budget—it’s key to understanding college affordability.

Georgia Residents

With Parent
Books, Course Materials and Supplies$1,330
Housing & Food$8,614
Loan Fees$61
Miscellaneous and Personal Expenses$2,430
Estimated Tuition & Fees$4,231
Estimated Transportation Costs$2,070
Total:$18,736
On Campus
Books, Course Materials and Supplies$1,330
Housing & Food$10,838
Loan Fees$61
Miscellaneous and Personal Expenses$2,430
Estimated Tuition & Fees$4,231
Estimated Transportation Costs$1,380
Total:$20,270
Off Campus
Books, Course Materials and Supplies$1,330
Housing & Food$14,586
Loan Fees$61
Miscellaneous and Personal Expenses$2,430
Estimated Tuition & Fees$4,231
Estimated Transportation Costs$2,070
Total:$24,708

Non-Residents

With Parent
Books, Course Materials and Supplies$1,330
Housing & Food$8,614
Loan Fees$61
Miscellaneous and Personal Expenses$2,430
Estimated Tuition & Fees$10,508
Estimated Transportation Costs$2,070
Total:$25,013
On Campus
Books, Course Materials and Supplies$1,330
Housing & Food$10,838
Loan Fees$61
Miscellaneous and Personal Expenses$2,430
Estimated Tuition & Fees$10,508
Estimated Transportation Costs$1,380
Total:$26,547
Off Campus
Books, Course Materials and Supplies$1,330
Housing & Food$14,586
Loan Fees$61
Miscellaneous and Personal Expenses$2,430
Estimated Tuition & Fees$10,508
Estimated Transportation Costs$2,070
Total:$30,985