GSW Viewbook 2023

About us Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is an accredited four-year university ranked among the best in the nation for small-school value. GSW offers personalized attention, a tight-knit peer community, and dedicated faculty and staff who truly care about your success – all at a price you can afford.

The GSW Experience will give you the opportunity to build personal and professional connections, cultivate your sense of purpose, find your passion, and ensure you are fully equipped to take the next step in your professional journey.

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At GSW, we’ll prepare you to take tomorrow by storm.

I chose to attend Georgia Southwestern

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Apply online at gsw.edu

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Submit official SAT or ACT scores (not required)

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Submit official high school transcript

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Visit campus! Make your reservation at gsw.edu/Visit

because of the at-home feel. When I came to Preview Day, I fell in love with the campus, the environment, and the people.

Everyone I interacted with cared about my well-being and success.

Kyira Dawson Tampa, FL - Nursing

2022-2023 Enrollment

3,076

Female

67%

Male

33%

Countries Represented in Student Body

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Average Class Size

Faculty with Terminal Degrees

Average Incoming Freshman GPA

Freshmen Living in University Housing

44

77%

17:1

3.22

18

62%

We Love our Hometown Americus is a picturesque town of approximately 16,000 people. Its rich history and culture are evident in the downtown architecture of the boutique shops and unique restaurants. In Americus, embracing our smalltown reputation means that locally roasted coffee is usually in hand and a friendly face is never far away.

Habitat for Humanity Founded in Americus, this nonprofit works towards a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Rylander Theatre This historic Art Deco theatre, which opened in 1921, offers live shows year round.

Cafè Campesino Georgia’s first and only 100% fair trade, organic specialty coffee company serves their locallyroasted coffee on campus.

State & National Parks Explore the roots of our country and the beauty of Georgia at Andersonville National Historic Site, Jimmy Carter’s Boyhood Farm, and Veterans State Park.

Mobile Glassblowing Studios This local studio provides affordable, simple ways to experience glassblowing through education and the fabrication of mobile furnaces.

Wolf Creek Plantation Sumter County’s first and only vineyard and winery hosts festivals throughout the year.

Windsor Hotel This historic Victorian hotel, built in 1892, is located in the heart of Downtown Americus.

Downtown Americus Shop, dine, and explore our downtown businesses any day of the week or stop by for a First Friday event.

Famous Alumni Griffin Bell, 1936 Former U.S. Attorney General

1906

Jimmy Carter, 1942 Former U.S. President

1935

Rosalynn Carter, 1946 Former First Lady

1964

Jaha Dukureh, 2013 Human Rights Activist

1993

2024

Housing Fully Furnished Units

Wireless Internet

No-Cost Laundry Rooms on Each Floor

Computer Labs and Study Lounges in Each Building

Recreational and Common Areas

Semi-Private Bathrooms

On-site Parking

Loftable and Bunkable Beds I have always wanted to own my own business, and the Business Management program provided the best opportunity for me to learn how to do that effectively. GSW has helped me grow as a leader and as a student. I’ve been able to step into many leadership positions on campus and start my MBA early.

Shared Suite

Semi-Private Suite

Campus Police State-certified Law Enforcement Agency

Offers Escorts and Vehicle Assistance Upon Request

Officers Available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week

Protects Life and Property on Campus

*The Office of Public Safety provides an Annual Security Report in accordance with The Clery Act. Details are available at gsw.edu/CampusSafety.

Ric Ware Albany, GA - Business Management

Campus Life Student-led Organizations Student Government Association Fraternities and Sororities

GSW Experiences You Don’t Want to Miss

Intramural Sports and Recreation

Homecoming Week Hurricane Athletics Fried Chicken Thursday Student Appreciation Day Under the Lights Blue & Gold Week Taste of the World Waffles with the Weavers Gold Force Thursday Food Truck Events Outdoor Movie Nights

Religious Organizations Academic Student Organizations Honor Societies Art and Cultural Groups

Recreation and Wellness Opportunities Group Fitness Classes Outdoor Basketball Court Game Room Outdoor Walking Trails Bike Share Program Racquetball Courts Ropes Challenge Course 18-hole Golf Course

Rock Climbing Wall Student Recreation Center Tennis Courts Outdoor Day Trips Disc Golf Course Campus Lake Animal Therapy Mental Health Resources

Scholarships & Programs With over $1 million in scholarships disbursed each year, Georgia Southwestern offers one of the most generous scholarship programs in the state. Beginning freshmen have the opportunity to apply for numerous scholarships, including the Georgia Southwestern Promise Scholarship. Final deadline is May 1.

Southwestern Promise Gold Level: SAT 1200 or ACT 25 | GPA 3.0 $3,000 Scholarship ($1,000 Academic + $2,000 Housing)

Southwestern Promise Blue Level: SAT 1050 or ACT 20 | GPA 3.0 $1,000 Academic Scholarship

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Undergraduate Tuition

8 Meals per Week Plan with $450 in Flex Cash

Shared Freshman Housing

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Undergraduate Fees

Unlimited Meal Plan with $175 in Flex Cash

Private Freshman Housing

Freshmen Receiving HOPE and/or Zell Miller Scholarships

$2,540 $458

$1,613

$2,437

$2,350 $2,975

87%

55%

President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program

Nursing Guaranteed Acceptance Program

6 States 1 Rate

Inspired by former US President and GSW alumnus Jimmy Carter, this unique, four-year honors program hones students’ leadership skills through service and academics. Application is competitive and has a February 1 deadline. Selected participants receive a $2,000 scholarship.

GSW’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers an excellent opportunity for high school students who are interested in nursing. Eligible seniors may apply for the nursing program while still in high school. Acceptance into this program guarantees students a place in Georgia’s top-ranked nursing program.

Residents of Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee who attend GSW receive a tuition waiver, lowering their total annual cost to approximately $16,000.

gsw.edu/CarterLeadership

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Hurricane Athletics The Hurricanes compete at the NCAA Division II level as members of the Peach Belt Conference.

Our teams are nationally ranked on and off the field, with numerous championship appearances and extraordinary community service hours.

Recent athletics renovation projects enhance the fan experience for the entire student body.

One of the main reasons I chose GSW was the staff and students.

Everyone was so welcoming. It felt

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like home the first time I stepped on

Men

Women

Basketball Baseball Soccer Golf Cross Country

Basketball Softball Soccer Tennis Cross Country

campus. Once I became a Hurricane,

Plan Your Visit There’s nothing quite like visiting GSW and experiencing our beautiful campus for yourself. Explore tour opportunities and schedule your visit today at gsw.edu/Visit.

Preview Days November 4, 2023 February 17, 2024 April 13, 2024

I learned events are a great way to get to know each other. I’ve made incredible friends and bonded with my teammates here.

Lauren Shepherd High Springs, FL - Political Science

Programs of study Academic Majors Art • Ceramics • Digital Arts • Glassblowing • Painting and Drawing • Photography • Printmaking • Sculpture Biology Business • Accounting ?

• Human Resource Management ?

• Management ?

• Marketing ?

Chemistry • Biochemistry • Forensic Chemistry • Professional Chemistry Communication and Emerging Media • General Communication • Media Studies • Sports Journalism • Strategic Communication • Health Communication • Rhetoric Computing • Information Technology • Business • Multimedia • Computer Science Criminal Justice ?

Education • Elementary Education • Health and Physical Education • Middle Grades Education • Secondary Education Teacher Certification • English, Math, History, & Political Science • Special Education Exercise Science History Long-Term Care Management ?

Mathematics • Computational Science and Engineering Music • Choral • Instrumental • Piano • Teacher Certification Nursing • ASN • Traditional BSN • 2nd Degree BSN • RN to BSN ?

• LPN to BSN Political Science Psychology Sociology

English • Literature ?

• Professional Writing ?

Contact us Office of Recruitment and Admissions 800 GSW State University Dr. Americus, GA 31709 1-800-338-0082 admissions@gsw.edu www.gsw.edu

Pre-professional Pathways • Regents’ Engineering Pathway Program • Pre-Athletic Training • Pre-Dentistry • Pre-Law • Pre-Medicine

• Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Optometry • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Physician’s Assistant • Pre-Veterinary

Certificate & Endorsement Programs • American Studies • Autism Education ?

• Caregiving Issues a nd Management ?

• Case Management and Care Coordination ?

• Criminal Justice ?

• Digital Media Technology • English to Speakers of Other L anguages (ESOL) • Entrepreneurship ?

• European Union Studies ?

• Exercise Physiology • Exercise Science • Financial Technology ?

• Health Communication • Media Studies • Nurse Educator • Nursing Informatics • Pop Culture • Pop Music • Rhetoric • School Psychology • Social Justice • Sports Journalism • Strategic Communication • Video Game Music • Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies

Graduate Programs Education Specialist • Elementary Education • Middle Grades Education • Teacher Leadership Master of Education • Elementary Education • Middle Grades Language Arts • Middle Grades Mathematics • Special Education Executive Master of Business Administration Master of Business Administration ?

Master of Science • Computer Science ?

Master of Science in Nursing • Nursing Education ?

• Leadership ?

• Informatics ?

• Family Nurse Practitioner ?

Graduate Certificate • Nursing Education ?

• Healthcare Informatics ?

• Computer Information Systems ?

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