Education
How tough are these Georgia, U.S. colleges to get into?
These Georgia and U.S. universities and colleges are picky when it comes to admitting students
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It's here -- the deadline for U.S. high school seniors to decide which college they plan to attend. How hard was it to get admitted to a college? We look at the acceptance rates at well-known colleges in Georgia and beyond based on admission data from the schools and college advising services to give you a sense of your accomplishment. Or, if you are a high school student who has yet to apply to college, you can get a sense of your chances. To learn how to enhance your high school student's chances of getting into college, go to the AJC Get Schooled blog. And for advice on what to do now that your student has been accepted, click here. -- Maureen Downey, AJC "Get Schooled" Blog
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Photos: Gainesville defeats Rome in 5A semifinal
The Gainesville Red Elephants clinched a state championship berth with a win over Rome.
Credit: AP
PHOTOS: Falcons defeat Buccaneers at the buzzer
The Falcons defeated the Buccaneers on Thursday on a 43-yard field goal on the final play of the game.
Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez/AJC
PHOTOS: Capitol lights up for Christmas holidays
Gov. Brian Kemp, family and others gather to light the capitol Christmas tree on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025. The ceremony featured Spelman Glee Club.
Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez
PHOTOS: Falcons fall again Sunday, this time to Seahawks
The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, 37-9, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The loss clinched an eighth straight losing season for the Falcons.
