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Shorter University

Shorter University

Rome, GA · City · 1,028 students
WebsiteScorecard
$16,646
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
37%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
50% typical
$44,604
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$48,772 typical
96%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
77% typical · not scored
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Shorter University, a private Christian liberal arts institution nestled on a scenic hilltop in Rome, Georgia, is best known for its supportive, Christ-centered community and dedication to integrating faith with learning. The university's strongest academic pathways include the highly respected Ben and Buena School of Nursing, the Ledbetter College of Business, and acclaimed programs in education and the fine arts. Student life is vibrant and engaging, offering a close-knit campus culture enriched by NCAA Division II athletics, active student ministries, and personalized mentorship from faculty. What truly sets Shorter apart is its unique "Transforming Lives through Christ" mission, which actively prepares students for their careers through a combination of rigorous academics, local service, and global mission opportunities.

Wikipedia:Shorter University is a private Baptist university in Rome, Georgia. It was founded in 1873 and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through six colleges and schools. In addition, Shorter operates the Robert H. Ledbetter College of Business and the School of Nursing at off-campus facilities in the Rome area.

Location
Rome, GA, 30165 · City campus
✈
Nearest airport from college
ATL · Atlanta
61 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$24,630
Housing & food (on campus)$9,920
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$36,920
Average net price$16,646
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$24,630
Housing & food (on campus)$9,920
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$36,920
Average net price$16,646
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: www.shorter.edu
How it’s made up · 2026-27
Shorter University’s own figures for 2026-2027, newer than the 2024-25 federal figures above, so the amounts differ.
Tuition$25,320
Housing$5,422
Food$4,978
Books & supplies$1,200
Total of the above$36,920
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$15,929
$30–48k
$21,482
$48–75k
$22,944
$75–110k
$21,292
$110k+
$18,898
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
37%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
31%
Back for yr 2
61%
Transferred
0%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
35% graduated · 48% transferred · 17% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$41,860
10 yrs after entry$44,604
Debt
Median at graduation$25,000
Monthly payment$265
Middle 50% owe$7.6k–$32.5k
90th percentile$47,750
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
96%
Test policy
Test optional
Per College Scorecard
SAT average
1115
R 530–620 · M 510–580
ACT midpoint
21
Comp 18–25 · E 14–25 · M 16–21
SAT middle 50%: 1040–1200
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Student Body
Gender
Men 51%Women 49%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
14 : 1
Pell grant
38%
First-gen
35%
Family income
$34,625
Independent
39%
Age at entry
26.0
Part-time
5%
Race & ethnicity
White
59%
Hispanic
10%
Black
23%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
3%
Unknown
1%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division II with football · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Lacrosse
    Men's · Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
  • Wrestling
    Men's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$41,860
After 10 yrs
$44,604
Business Administration, Management and Operations39
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing28
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods23
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness21
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas15
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General14
Psychology, General13
Criminal Justice and Corrections12
Human Services, General10
Biology, General8
Religion/Religious Studies8
Music8
Accounting and Related Services7
Computer and Information Sciences, General6
Natural Sciences4
Communication and Media Studies3
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$15M
Full-time faculty
59%
Faculty salary
$5,054/mo
Teaching spend
$5,023
per student
Federal loans
48%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (small programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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