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2026-27 cycleAmericus, GA

Georgia Southwestern State University

Georgia Southwestern State University is a public institution in Americus, Georgia, and a member of the University System of Georgia. GSW offers affordable undergraduate and graduate degree programs across nursing, business, education, and computing. The university is also home to the President Carter Leadership Program, named in honor of alumnus Jimmy Carter.

Acceptance rate

75%

Undergrad enrollment

2,753

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$25

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
ScholarshipPriority Freshman Scholarship DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
ScholarshipFinal GSW Scholarship DeadlineMay 1, 2027
Financial AidFAFSA Financial Aid DeadlineMay 1, 2027
Rolling AdmissionFall Final Application DeadlineJuly 15, 2027
TransferFall Transfer Application DeadlineJuly 15, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

No supplemental essays required

Georgia Southwestern State University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.

Data gathered August 2026.