Demorest, GA · Rome, GA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Piedmont University | Shorter University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 92.8% | 96.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $30,680 | $24,044 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $30,680 | $24,044 |
| Average Net Price | $9,918 | $6,040 |
| Graduation Rate | 41.0% | 37.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Piedmont University accepts 92.8% of applicants. Shorter University accepts 96.9%. Piedmont University's tuition is $30,680. Shorter University's is $24,044. Shorter University is cheaper. Piedmont University graduates 41% of students in 6 years. Shorter University graduates 37%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Piedmont University. It accepts 92.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Shorter University has lower published tuition: $24,044 versus $30,680. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Piedmont University: 41% of students finish in 6 years. Shorter University is at 37%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.