Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001587
- Phone: (404) 261-1441
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
64.94%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,605Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Paine College (Oglethorpe)
4484 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA
Paine College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Augusta, GA. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The United Methodist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. The school's small size in terms of enrollment, around 930 students, offers students a more hands on education due to the number of students per class and easier access to faculty.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Paine College offers:
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 14 to 18 on the ACT or 1020 to 1310 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of admission. This school has an admissions rate of 69 percent of which only 14 percent chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at paine.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $14,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $3,000 annually. Some students at Paine College may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Paine College is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
- Softball (NCAA Division II)
- Track and Field, Outdoor (NCAA Division II)
To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at www.paine.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Oglethorpe accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Paine College has a total student population of about 470. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 43% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $14,000-$17,000 per year
- Part time students pay in the range of $590 to $710 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $10,138 |
Receiving Student Loans | 90% | $10,487 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Paine College may offer services including:- Weekend and night classes available
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2006)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Paine College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Softball
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Paine College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
History
Mathematics and Statistics
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Paine College.
- Voorhees College in Charleston, SC (51 miles away)
- Allen University in Graniteville, SC (67 miles away)
- Morris College in West Columbia, SC (100 miles away)
- Belmont Abbey College in Washington, NC (135 miles away)
- Johnson C Smith University in Kenansville, NC (139 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001587
- Phone: (404) 261-1441
- School Homepage