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When the University of Georgia was incorporated by an act of the General Assembly on January 27, 1785, Georgia became the first state to charter a state-supported university. In 1784 the General Assembly had set aside 40,000 acres of land to endow a college or seminary of learning.
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What was UGA called in it's early days?
In its early days, the University of Georgia (UGA) was originally known as the "Franklin College," named after Benjamin Franklin. Established in 1785, it was the first state-chartered university in the United States. The institution was later renamed the University of Georgia, reflecting its status as a comprehensive university serving the state.
What were the first male and female universities in the state of Georgia?
The first male college was the University of Georgia on January 27, 1785.The first female college was Wesleyan University, founded as Georgia Female College on December 23, 1836
When is Georgia chartered?
1732
What was the first public college to be founded in the US?
Dartmouth College Dartmouth was founded in 1769, a full 133 years after the founding of Harvard College.
When did FFA come to Georgia?
The Georgia FFA Association was chartered in 1929.
What is the date that Georgia chartered?
July 5th 1774
What is the name of the oldest university in Augusta GA?
While the University of Georgia (1909) is the oldest state chartered university, the Agnes Scott College (1907) is the oldest in the state. However, Augusta State University (1926) is the oldest specifically in the town of Augusta.
Which is the oldest American college?
It is disputed, but the main claimants are Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania and the College of William and Mary. The College of William and Mary was the first US university to have a royal charter.
What was the capital of the state of Georgia in 1785?
It was the same as it is now. Atlanta.
In 1785 Georgia's capital was relocated to what city?
Agusta
What division does Howard University Basketball?
It is federally chartered.
When was University of New Brunswick created?
University of New Brunswick was created in 1785.
