Georgia Institute of Technology, also known as Georgia Tech, is a public research university and a technology institute in Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded on October 13, 1885, and it first opened its doors to 84 pupils in October 1888. The university was renowned as a regionally recognised technological university until the late 1940s.
Gradually, the institution began to concentrate on cutting-edge technological and scientific research. Georgia Tech has emerged as a national leader in navigating the worldwide transition from an industrial to an information economy. It includes satellite campuses in Savannah, Georgia, Metz, France, Athlone, Ireland, Shenzen, China, and Singapore as part of the University System of Georgia.
This university provides a wide range of technology-oriented majors and minors that have received high national rankings. This university is made up of six colleges and 28 schools that focus on various fields of study including business, computing, design, engineering, liberal arts, and sciences. This university is a major centre for industrial and engineering research in the South.
It's also an important aspect of Georgia State's economic development strategy, which includes the Georgia Research Alliance. This research institute performs research for business and government in collaboration with a variety of academic schools, departments, and over 100 interdisciplinary research units. According to the university's Fall 2018 graduation report, 84% of undergraduate students were given jobs, with an average beginning salary of $72,000.
In terms of infrastructure, this university has a large campus that spans 400 acres and is located in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia. There are also 43 sporting clubs in the city. Forbes magazine named the university's Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) as one of the 12 'world-changing' company incubators.
Departments
- College of Computing
- 801 Atlantic Drive, ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, 30332.
- College of Engineering
- 225 North Avenue, ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, 30332.
- Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts
- Savant Building, 631 Cherry Street NW, 1st Floor, ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, 30332.
- College of Sciences
- Administration Building, Room 202, 225 North Ave, ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, 30332.
- Scheller College of Business
- 800 West Peachtree, ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, 30308.
- College of Design
- 245 Fourth Street, ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, 30332.
Georgia Institute of Technology Rankings
The rankings of Georgia Institute of Technology are as follows:
- #8 Top Public Universities as per U.S. News and World Report 2021
- 38th World University Rankings by Times Higher Education 2021
- #71 World Reputation Rankings by Times Higher Education 2021
- #80 best universities By QS World University Rankings 2021
Georgia Institute of Technology Application Process
Approximately 4,000 international students are now enrolled at Georgia Institute of Technology. International students must follow the same application procedures as domestic students seeking admission to Georgia Institute of Technology.
How to Apply?
The following sections outline the application process for overseas undergraduate and graduate students:
Application Portal: Undergraduate - Common Application; Graduate - Graduate Online Application
Application Fee: Undergraduate - 85 USD; Graduate - 85 USD
Application Deadlines: Undergraduate - Early Action: November 2; Regular decision: January 4; Graduate - Varies from program to program
Admission Requirements: Given below are the requirements for international undergraduate admission:
- Official high school results and transcripts
- For applicants from India, the transcript requirements include class X and class XII results and transcripts.
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Personal Essay
- Copy of passport
- Proof of financial support
- Recommendation letters from a teacher and a counselor
The requirements for international graduate applicants are as follows:
- Official transcripts with English translations
- Completed bachelor’s degree equivalent to 4-year U.S. bachelor’s degree
- Degree documents in native language
- Proof of English language proficiency
- GRE/ GMAT scores (depending on the choice of program)
- Resume/ CV
Georgia Institute of Technology Scholarships/Financial Aid
- Financial help is available to students at Georgia Institute of Technology in the form of loans, grants, scholarships, aids, awards, and disbursements.
- The FAFSA is required for all scholarships provided by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
- International students are not eligible for financial aid from the federal or state governments.
- International students can apply for privately funded student loans in the United States, but they will need a cosigner from the United States.
- Students holding an F-1 visa are allowed to work on campus part-time for up to 20 hours per week during the school year and full-time during the summer.
- The following are some of the scholarships that do not have a residence requirement:
| Scholarship | Requirements | Amount (in USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Albert Lee Hawes Scholarship | Awarded to students enrolled in the College of Architecture. | Depending on merit or financial need. |
| Frank Bogle Scholarship | Awarded to students enrolled in Mechanical Engineering major with the highest GPA in class. | Determined by the School of Mechanical Engineering |
| Frederick K. Bell Scholarship | Awarded to students participating in the city planning program offered by the College of Architecture. | Varying amount |
| Drama Tech Scholarship | Awarded to active members of DramaTech. | Varying amount |
| William H. Eberhardt Scholarship | Awarded to exceptional undergraduate chemistry students in the College of Sciences. | Varying amount |
Georgia Institute of Technology Placements
- According to Emolument, the following are the typical wages for students graduating from Georgia Institute of Technology based on their degree programme:
| Program | Average Salary (in USD) |
|---|---|
| MBA | 127,000 |
| Masters in Science | 107,000 |
| Bachelors of Science | 82,000 |
| Masters in Finance | 98,000 |
| Doctorate | 170,000 |
Mock examinations, career counselling, workshops, and other career services are available through Georgia Institute of Technology's Career Center. The university's Career Center is one of the most successful university career help centres in the country, delivering recruitment and job placements. U.S. News and World Report rates it #5 for co-op and internship programmes in 2021. Every year, over 700 companies in the United States and overseas provide co-ops and internships to students.
