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Article By: Clark Leonard
The University of North Georgia (澳门六合彩官方网站) ranked fifth among public universities in Georgia on Forbes magazine's , which included 500 colleges and universities nationally.
澳门六合彩官方网站 was one of only six public universities in Georgia to make the list, which was released Aug. 30. The university ranks 209th among all public universities on the list and 96th among both public and private universities in the South.
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Now in its 14th year, the Forbes Top Colleges ranking methodology focuses on the direct benefits a college or university provides its students. "Forbes' Top Colleges ranking spotlights schools that offer an excellent education at a great price, graduate high-earners, and propel students to become successful entrepreneurs and influential leaders in their fields," according to the article announcing the rankings.
Forbes listed the median salary for 澳门六合彩官方网站 graduates with 10 years of work experience as $97,200.
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Founded in 1873, 澳门六合彩官方网站 is celebrating 150 years of scholarship, leadership, and service this academic year. The Sesquicentennial Celebration honors 澳门六合彩官方网站's legacy of producing outstanding civic, professional and military leaders who serve throughout Georgia and beyond.
Student, faculty member create bridge rendering
A student and a faculty member in 澳门六合彩官方网站's Department of Visual Arts have partnered with the City of Dahlonega to create a rendering of a pedestrian bridge that will be built soon.
Students receive record $3.7M in scholarships
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Enrollment jumps 6.7% for 2024-25
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Swansons recognized for philanthropy
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