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Georgia Tech vs Auburn University: Which is Better?

Side-by-side comparison of acceptance rates, SAT scores, tuition, earnings, and more, updated with the latest College Scorecard data.

School

Georgia Tech

Atlanta, GA

School

Auburn University

Auburn, AL

Head-to-Head Stats

MetricGeorgia TechAuburn
Acceptance Rate16.5%wins50.5%
SAT Range (25th–75th)1330–1530wins1240–1380
ACT Range (25th–75th)28–34wins25–31
Tuition (Out-of-State)$32,876wins$33,944
Avg Net Price$13,289wins$23,897
Median Earnings (10 yr)$102,772wins$65,337
Graduation Rate92.3%wins79.2%
Retention Rate97.7%wins93.2%
Student–Faculty Ratio18:1wins21:1
Total Enrollment18,26025,732wins

Verdict

Based on the data above, Georgia Tech edges out Auburn on 9 of 10 measurable categories, including key factors like acceptance rate, earnings, and graduation rate. That said, the right choice depends heavily on your major, financial situation, and campus culture fit.

Georgia Tech Strengths

  • Acceptance Rate: 16.5%
  • SAT Range (25th–75th): 1330–1530
  • ACT Range (25th–75th): 28–34
  • Tuition (Out-of-State): $32,876

Auburn Strengths

  • Total Enrollment: 25,732

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