Georgia’s capital cit y has landed in the top 10 in a new national ranking of the best college towns in the U.S., according to a 2025 study released by WalletHub .

WalletHub compared more than 400 U.S. cities of varying sizes across 31 key metrics, including cost of living, quality of higher education, and student life. Atlanta earned the No. 7 overall spot on the list.

Best college town in Georgia

Atlanta ranked No. 124 in wallet friendliness, No. 22 in social environment, and No. 105 in academic and economic opportunities.

While the city was not among the most affordable for students, its vibrant social scene and access to academic resources helped secure a strong overall score of 59.31.

What colleges are in Atlanta?

Here are a list of some of the colleges in the city:

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