University of Georgia — Athens, GA

Animal Sciences

at University of Georgia · Athens, GA

Moderate Value

Could go either way

The Bottom Line

↑Grads earn about $33,052/yr starting out — that's 10% more than skipping college
⏱Takes about 20.5 years to earn back what you spent
$Students on financial aid pay about $13,936/yr after grants & scholarships (varies by family income) — $62,486 total with loan interest

Listed Price

$27,993/yr

Starting Salary

$33,052

Finish Rate

89.7%

Household Income

$27,993/yr

Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid

Students on financial aid pay $13,936/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $14,057/yr)

4 Years Total

$111,972

Typical Debt

$18,500

Interest You'd Owe

+$6,742

What You'd Really Pay

$62,486

That's about $210/month for 10 years after you graduate

You'd earn (with degree)$330,520

Without college$300,000

Total cost of degree$62,486

Pays for Itself In

20.5 yrs

Salary Boost

+10%

Ahead After 10 Years

$268,034

How We Scored This

Salary vs. Cost40/40

Do you earn enough to justify the price?

Payoff Speed0/25

How fast do you earn back what you spent?

Salary Boost1.4/20

How much more than skipping college?

Graduation Rate13.5/15

Will you actually finish?

Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.

Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.