Students in Georgia have already gained exposure to online education through distance learning initiatives like Georgia Virtual School (GAVS), a program established in 2005 by the Office of Technology Services at the Georgia Department of Education. GAVS provides virtual, remote courses to students enrolled at the middle school and high school levels. The University System of Georgia also offers distance learning options at the collegiate level, with a network of 31 local academic institutions that provide online degrees and courses. This partnership, known as Georgia ONmyLINE, is continually adding new academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
When it comes to the cost of higher education, tuition rates have grown by 74.2% within five years at public institutions, substantially higher than the U.S. average increase of 42%. Unfortunately, state appropriations haven't kept up with the hikes in tuition and decreased by 5.1% within the same time period. When it comes to future government funding for higher education, Georgia is currently on a performance-based model. Some of the metrics that will factor into future funding include the number of degrees conferred, academic performance and the success of low-income students.
Find out more about top online colleges and universities by using our extensive database of distance learning programs offered by academic institutions in Georgia. Also, don't forget to check out the state facts section to see how Georgia's schools compare to national averages.
Featured Online Programs
96 Colleges in Georgia
Beulah Heights University
Atlanta, GA · Tuition & fees: $9,390
Additional Resources
Official State Links
- Georgia Department of Education
- Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission
- University of Georgia Board of Regents
College Savings
- Path 2 College 529 Plan: The state of Georgia sponsors and administers this traditional 529 tuition savings plan. Georgians are allowed to contribute up to $2,000 per year per student, regardless of income. Georgia taxpayers are not required to itemize in order to adjust their income to compensate for contributions.
Education Nonprofits
- Complete College Georgia: Part of the larger national Complete College America program, this state-specific plan seeks to improve enrollment to meet job market demand. It is estimated that 60% of new jobs will require a postsecondary degree. The program works by providing funding and resources for schools and educators aimed at increasing enrollment and academic success.
Higher Education News
- Atlanta Journal Constitution Higher Education News: Focused on higher education in and around Atlanta, the state's leading daily newspaper offers up to date coverage.
- Georgia Budget & Policy Institute: The GBPI focuses its attention primarily on providing research and editorial guidance for print and broadcast news sources around the state, as well as producing some of its own original reporting.
- Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education: This organization provides coverage of news and issues affecting more than 20 public and private schools in and around Atlanta.