Overview
Founded in 1885 as the Georgia School of Technology, Georgia Tech emerged from the post-Civil War push to industrialize the South through technical education. Over the decades it evolved into one of the nation's premier research universities, particularly celebrated for its engineering, computing, and design programs. Georgia Tech is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the United States and is especially known for producing highly employable graduates in STEM fields, with deep ties to industry, government research, and aerospace innovation.
At a Glance
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Founded | 1885 |
| Total students | 45,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 16% |
| Graduation rate | 92% |
| Average starting salary | $78,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $12,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $15,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 55% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1370-1530 |
| ACT range | 31-35 |
| Average GPA | 4.05 |
| Regular deadline | January 4 |
Top Programs
- Computer Science
- Aerospace Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Business Administration
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.