Georgia's public universities increase tuition for 2026-2027 year

A white sign for the University of Georgia

A sign for the University of Georgia is seen, May 28, 2004, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/Allen Sullivan, File)

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Students at Georgia’s 25 public colleges and universities will pay more in tuition this fall.

The state Board of Regents voted on Tuesday for a 1% tuition increase for in-state students. Out-of-state and international students will see increases of 3% in 2025.

According to data from College Tuition Compare, the average tuition and fees at Georgia public four-year colleges are $5,824 for in-state students and $16,740 for out-of-state students.