“Georgia's oldest private college — where an intimate United Methodist community empowers students to lead lives of purpose, service, and impact.”
Founded in 1831, LaGrange College holds the distinction of being the oldest private college in the state of Georgia. Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, LaGrange combines faith-informed values with a rigorous academic curriculum spanning more than 55 programs across the liberal arts, sciences, nursing, business, education, and the performing arts. The college's hilltop campus in LaGrange, Georgia provides a tranquil and close-knit setting, while the city of Atlanta — just one hour away — offers students access to one of the fastest-growing economies in the nation for internships, cultural experiences, and career-launching opportunities. With a total undergraduate enrollment of approximately 650 students, LaGrange is intentionally small — one of the most intimate four-year colleges in the Southeast. Class sizes are compact, professors are exceptionally accessible, and students pursue meaningful undergraduate research, service learning, and co-curricular experiences that would be reserved for graduate students at larger institutions. The nursing program is consistently the most popular and highly regarded offering at LaGrange, while aviation — an uncommon minor at a liberal arts college — allows students of any major to earn a commercial pilot certificate using an on-campus flight simulator and access to a Piper 100i aircraft. LaGrange is ranked #9 in Regional Colleges South by US News for 2026, reflecting its strong academic reputation among smaller Southern institutions. All students at LaGrange are required to live on campus, creating a fully residential community that deepens bonds between students, faculty, and staff. The college fields 20 NCAA Division III varsity sports in the USA South Athletic Conference, and more than 40 clubs and organizations provide outlets for Greek life, the arts, service, and spiritual formation. LaGrange's generous international scholarship program — which can cover full tuition, room, and board for high-achieving students — reflects the college's commitment to building a globally diverse community despite its small size. The Global Engagement office provides dedicated International Student Services for the college's international population.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
Regional Colleges South
US News 2026
Test Optional — You can submit scores if they help your case, but they're not required.
Official SourcePriority Deadline
Priority consideration for scholarship awards and admissions decisions
Regular Deadline
Regular decision review
Final Deadline
Final deadline for fall semester enrollment
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$35,400
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Nationally regarded BSN program with extensive clinical placements, passionate faculty, and high NCLEX pass rates; consistently LaGrange's most enrolled program.
Business programs with an emphasis on ethical leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact.
Core liberal arts and sciences programs spanning biology, psychology, exercise science, history, chemistry, and pre-professional pathways.
Georgia-approved teacher certification programs preparing graduates for K-12 classrooms.
Rigorous programs in theatre, graphic design, music, English literature, and a distinctive aviation minor with on-campus flight training.
4 years
LaGrange's flagship program, celebrated for its engaged nurse-instructor faculty, strong clinical preparation, and consistent passage rates on NCLEX licensing exams.
4 years
A rare and distinctive offering allowing students of any major to earn a commercial pilot certificate, beginning with an on-campus flight simulator and progressing to a Piper 100i aircraft from the freshman year.
4 years
A growing program preparing students for careers in physical therapy, sports medicine, and health promotion, with strong connections to the college's athletic training resources.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $35,400
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
