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Georgia State University-Perimeter College
Atlanta, Georgia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 33 Gilmer St., Atlanta, GA 30303 · Phone: (404) 413-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Georgia State University-Perimeter College is a public trade/career school in Atlanta, Georgia offering dental hygiene and radiology & sonography programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 22.1% completion rate versus a 49.7% state average, with median graduate debt of $20,903 and median earnings of $47,384 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 45.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $74,610 | $95,490 | $101,620 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $49,730 | $74,550 | $85,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $53,739 | $50,439 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Georgia State University-Perimeter College is a public campus located in Atlanta, Georgia, operating within a large-city setting. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards trade and career credentials most often in dental hygiene programs (25 completers) and radiology and sonography programs (15 completers), out of 40 total trade completers reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 22.1%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%. Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $20,903, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $47,384. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 45.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment among the undergraduate population of 13,693.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused credentials in dental hygiene or radiology/sonography rather than a broad four-year degree, though program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Given the below-average completion rate, prospective students, including career changers, should ask about program structure, support services, and time-to-completion before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcome figures, contact Georgia State University-Perimeter College directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers dental hygiene programs and radiology & sonography programs, with 25 and 15 completers respectively out of 40 total trade completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 45.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 22.1%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $20,903, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $47,384, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (404) 413-2000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means state funding supports operations and can affect tuition levels compared to private institutions; consult the school directly for specifics.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?244437.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report schedule format or program length needed to assess fit for career changers; contact the school directly to discuss options for adult or working students.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details on credentials tied to its dental hygiene and radiology & sonography programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Georgia State University-Perimeter College at (404) 413-2000 or through its website at https://perimeter.gsu.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.