- Young Harris College is a private baccalaureate and master`s degree-granting institution located in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. The College has four academic divisions: Fine Arts; Humanities; Mathematics, Science and Technology; and Professional Studies. More than 1,400 students are enrolled in its residential and Early College programs. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Peach Belt Conference. For more information, visit yhc.edu.
School Highlights
Young Harris College serves 1,407 students (65% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 90%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,407 students
- Private-state tuition: $30,317
- Acceptance Rate: 75%
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Young Harris College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Young Harris College
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
209 staff
Student Body
The student population of Young Harris College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Young Harris College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has declined by 48% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,407 students
2,146 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
# Full-Time Students
920 students
763 students
# Part-Time Students
487 students
1,383 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
105 students
245 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
902 students
791 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
18 students
83 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
486 students
1,417 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
1 students
38 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,081 students
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
% Asian
9%
30%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
6%
13%
% White
3%
10%
% Hawaiian
68%
35%
% Two or more races
7%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
36%
31%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4046%
0.2195%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,300
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $30,317 is more than the state average of $15,267. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$30,317
$15,267
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,000
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,261
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
75%
75%
SAT Reading
535
533
SAT Math
510
515
SAT Writing
490
470
ACT Composite
22
20
ACT English
19
19
ACT Math
20
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- History:Founded in 1886 by circuit-riding Methodist minister Artemas Lester
- Location:Young Harris, Georgiain the North Georgia mountains, approximately two hours from Atlanta, Chattanooga, Asheville and Greenville
- Fall 2020 Enrollment: 1,396 traditional and dual-enrollment students, 21 graduate students
- Student/Faculty Ratio:11:1
- Classes Taught by Full-Time Faculty:100 percent
- Typical Class Size:13
- Students Receiving Scholarships/Grants:Nearly 100 percent
- Student Organizations:More than 60
- Athletics:Men`s baseball, tennis, golf, soccer, basketball, lacrosse, cross country; Women`s softball, tennis, golf, soccer, basketball, lacrosse, cross country, volleyball
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Young Harris College cost?
Young Harris College's private state tuition is approximately $30,317.
What is the acceptance rate of Young Harris College?
The acceptance rate of Young Harris College is 75%, which is equal to the state average of 75%.
What sports does Young Harris College offer?
Young Harris College offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Young Harris College's ranking?
Young Harris College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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