Public Institution Atlanta, GA
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
College
Atlanta Metropolitan State College is a public smaller institution in Atlanta, GA with an urban campus setting, with about 1,228 undergraduates, typical net price of $5,258 after grants, first-year retention of 44.8%, and median earnings of $26,849 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Key rankings for Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Where Atlanta Metropolitan State College ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#205 of 2,710
Net Price
#1,816 of 2,883
Earnings
#2,207 of 2,407
Retention
#2,665 of 2,747
Graduation
#1,908 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Atlanta Metropolitan State College in Atlanta, GA is a college.
- Large city
- 1,228 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid runs below the national median for similar schools, but six-year earnings also trail that median. Families should weigh aid, majors, and local job markets together.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Atlanta Metropolitan State College compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Southeast (region 5).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (GA) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $5,258Below national median | $16,646 | $15,916 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $26,849Below national median | $32,830 | $32,894 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 44.8%Below national median | 66.4% | 69.8% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | Not reported | 42.7% | 53.7% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 73.4% | 75.5% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 53.1%Above national median | 48.5% | 44.2% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $14,123Above national median | $15,917 | $15,590 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Common questions about Atlanta Metropolitan State College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Atlanta Metropolitan State College located?
Atlanta Metropolitan State College is located in Atlanta, GA. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Atlanta Metropolitan State College?
Atlanta Metropolitan State College is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend Atlanta Metropolitan State College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $3,248 for in-state students and $10,400 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $5,258. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Atlanta Metropolitan State College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Atlanta Metropolitan State College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Atlanta Metropolitan State College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,228. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Atlanta Metropolitan State College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Atlanta Metropolitan State College are roughly $26,849. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Atlanta Metropolitan State College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Atlanta Metropolitan State College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#205 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#1,816 of 2,883); First-year retention (#2,207 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#2,665 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#1,908 of 2,514). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Atlanta Metropolitan State College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Atlanta Metropolitan State College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Atlanta Metropolitan State College Expand to view
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Atlanta Metropolitan State College |
| Official website | https://www.atlm.edu/ |
| City, state | Atlanta, GA |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,228 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $3,248 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $10,400 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $3,248 |
| Total cost of attendance | $11,740 |
| Room and board (on campus) | $11,994 |
| Average net price | $5,258 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $26,849 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $29,071 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $33,252 |
| Median loan debt | $14,123 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 44.8% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | 17.4% |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | Not reported |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 53.1% |
| Share with federal loans | 33.0% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 54.2% |
| Campus setting | Large city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 20 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $6,668 |
| Full-time faculty share | 43.2% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 69.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 30.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 87.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 5.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 1.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 0.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 3.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 1.3% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $4,288 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $4,184 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $8,387 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $10,270 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $11,740 |
Sources for Atlanta Metropolitan State College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.