Young Harris College

Nestled in the picturesque Appalachian Mountains of northeast Georgia, Young Harris College provides a serene and inspiring environment for academic and personal growth. Founded in the late 19th century, the college has a rich history and a commitment to fostering intellectual development and community engagement.

761

Students

63%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

755

Classification

Comprehensive

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

yhc.edu

Young Harris College offers a dynamic liberal arts education that encourages students to explore a variety of disciplines. With a focus on small class sizes and personalized attention, the college facilitates close relationships between students and faculty, ensuring a supportive and enriching learning experience. The campus is not only beautiful but also equipped with modern facilities that cater to both academic and extracurricular pursuits. Students are provided with abundant opportunities for leadership, service, and creative expression, making Young Harris College a place where personal transformation and lifelong friendships are forged.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Young Harris College?

63% acceptance rate

Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1030

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

3.43

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Young Harris College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Class Rank
•Character/Personal Qualities

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Young Harris College.

$ 49,152

Overall list price

$ 20,509

Average net price

$ 30,722

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Young Harris College?

Town

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Moderate

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Average

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Young Harris College.

11:1

Student to faculty ratio

36%

4-year grad rate

42%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Young Harris are:

Business Administration and Management, General
Psychology, General
Biology/Biological Sciences, General

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Demographics

Who attends Young Harris College?

24

States represented

26

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

761

Women

56%

Men

44%

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Housing

What's it like living at Young Harris College?

$11,000

Room & Board

1.2

Housing units / student

88

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Young Harris College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.43.

How much does Young Harris College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $49,152 to attend Young Harris.

How many people attend Young Harris College?

761 people attend Young Harris. 755 are undergraduate students and 6 are graduate students.

Where is Young Harris College located?

Young Harris College is located in Young Harris, Georgia. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Young Harris College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 52% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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