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Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia
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COLLEGE TOWN DOWNTOWN

No. 1

BEST CITY TO LIVE IN IN THE U.S.*

No. 5

BEST CITY
FOR RECREATION*

*WalletHub, 2024

SEE WHY WE’RE
ATLANTA'S UNIVERSITY.

At Georgia State, the energy of Atlanta meets a vibrant academic and social environment. We are transforming downtown into a dynamic college town with the creation of our new Panther Quad and the innovative GSU Blue Line — a 3.7-mile walking path connecting key campus points. We’re bringing new life to our campus through greens paces and social hubs designed to make you feel at home in the heart of the city.

CAMPUS LIFE

Your college experience should be exciting—and safe. We’ve created a campus atmosphere that allows you to focus on your future with confidence. Here's what you can expect:

24/7 Campus Security: Our dedicated Georgia State University Police patrol by foot, bike and car, while campus ambassadors offer safety escorts whenever you need them.

$3 Million in Safety Upgrades: New AI-enhanced lighting, expanded surveillance and smart technology keep our campus secure.

Free LiveSafe App: Get real-time safety alerts and stay connected to what’s going on, on campus, whenever, wherever.

Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia State offers you big-city opportunities on a clearly defined campus—all with the security and support you need to thrive.

COLLEGE TO CAREER

No. 1

DESTINATION IN THE SOUTH FOR RECENT GRADS*

10

CONSECUTIVE YEARS AS THE No. 1 STATE FOR DOING BUSINESS**

*JLL, 2024
**Atlantawhereyoubelong.com, 2024

Georgia State sets you up for success from day one. Through our career-focused services, tailored coursework and valuable connections, you’ll develop the skills employers need. And our career counseling, resources and alumni network will help you turn your degree into your dream job.

THESTATEWAY® in action

Georgia State grad Kelly Strickland shares how Georgia State set her up for success in her career.

GRADUATING 10,000+ JOB-READY CANDIDATES EACH YEAR

STARTING SALARY

$ 63,500*
  • Average within five years
    of graduation

MID-CAREER SALARY

$ 108,000*
  • Average mid career

RETURN ON INVESTMENT

$ 353,000*
  • Average within 20 years
    of graduation
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*payscale.com 2024

“AN ECONOMIC ENGINE OF SOCIAL MOBILITY”

— The New York Times
We’ve eliminated the achievement gap, proving students from every background can excel at the same high levels. Georgia State degrees change lives and lead to fulfilling futures.

FROM COLLEGE TO CAREER

Our College to Career initiative prioritizes equipping you with essential skills, savvy and connections that will give you a competitive edge in today’s ever-evolving job market. College to Career encompasses dozens of programs and tools that weave professional preparedness into every element of your college journey.

A LIFELONG CONNECTION WITH 291,000+
ACCOMPLISHED ALUMNI

Join the Panther family of over 291,000 alumni making an impact worldwide. As a Georgia State graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to career resources and support. From business leaders and doctors to artists and politicians, our graduates are proof THESTATEWAY® changes lives.
TOP 10 EMPLOYERS OF GEORGIA STATE ALUMNI*
  1. The Home Depot
  2. Delta Air Lines
  3. AT&T
  4. Emory Healthcare
  5. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  6. Gwinnett County Public Schools
  7. State of Georgia
  8. Emory University
  9. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
  10. Fulton County Schools
TOP 10 INDUSTRIES FOR GEORGIA STATE ALUMNI*
  1. Information Technology
  2. Education
  3. Healthcare
  4. Finance
  5. Retail
  6. Government
  7. Hospitality
  8. Real Estate
  9. Insurance
  10. Consumer Goods

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

No. 1

PUBLIC UNIVERSITY FOR UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING*

No. 8

PUBLIC UNIVERSITY FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE PROJECTS*

*U.S. News & World Report, 2025

we are leaders in teaching and research.

THESTATEWAY® means the widest selection of academic offerings in the state with more than 250 degree programs across 12 colleges and schools. As one of only four public R1 research universities in Georgia, Georgia State is a hub of activity and productivity that has a $3.2 billion impact on metro Atlanta each year. Students graduate equipped to lead, solve critical challenges and make a lasting impact in their fields and communities.

Find Your Way

The Widest Variety of Academic Offerings in the State
Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

We’re at the forefront of addressing how data and technology transform governments and nonprofits.

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Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing & Health Professions

We prepare the next generation of clinicians and scholars to improve community health and advance healthcare careers.

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College of Arts & Sciences

Offering 26 bachelor’s degree programs in 23 departments, we empower students with skills, research opportunities and global connections.

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College of Education & Human Development

For more than 50 years, we’ve prepared educators and professionals to serve communities through research, teaching and outreach.

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College of the Arts

Unlock your creativity with top programs in art, music, film and theatre while connecting with Atlanta’s vibrant arts scene.

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Honors College

We empower students with personalized advisement, innovative courses and scholarships to excel academically and professionally.

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Institute for Biomedical Sciences

We prepare students for successful biomedical careers through interdisciplinary training that connects research with practical clinical applications.

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J. Mack Robinson College of Business

We offer top-ranked business programs with immersive learning opportunities, connecting students to Atlanta’s global business hub.

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School of Public Health

We educate future leaders to tackle urgent health challenges, promote equity and drive impactful change in global health.

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“My most recent research project focused on how socially anxious individuals are emotionally affected by competitive environments. I found that social anxiety had no significant effect on emotional distress or motivation, revealing just how complex it truly is.”

— Lola Adeniyi (’25)

FIND YOUR PASSION

WITH SO MANY OPTIONS FOR MAJORS, IT CAN BE HARD TO KNOW WHERE TO START.

Visit our Program Explorer page to browse majors by academic areas of interest. We call those areas of interest meta-majors, and they include STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), business, arts and humanities, health, education, policy and social science, and exploratory.

Scroll below to learn more about our meta-majors.

ARTS AND HUMANITIES
STEM
POLICY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
HEALTH
education
business
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STUDENT SUCCESS

Grad walking in front of Panthers sign

STUDENT SUCCESS

WE'LL BE WITH YOU
EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

College is one of the most important investments you’ll make, and we don’t take that lightly. We’ll invest in you equally.

When you commit to Georgia State, we commit to guide and support you every single day — from before First-Year Convocation to after graduation. Our novel approach has made us the national model for student success.

Our family of 52,000 students is among the most diverse in the country. And thanks to our work their futures are equally bright. We are proud to be the only institution in the country that has eliminated the achievement gap among students based on race, ethnicity, and income. 

THESTATEWAY® puts you in a cap and gown and on the path to a prosperous career as soon as possible. On average, we save our students a collective $21 million in unnecessary tuition and nearly a semester in unnecessary coursework on the road to a degree.

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6-Year Graduation Rate Up 23 percentage points since 2003
10,000+ DEGREES GRANTED EACH YEAR
Equal graduation
rates among
students from
all backgrounds
“No other university has accomplished what Georgia State has the last decade.”
— Bill Gates
Bill Gates portrait

WHAT'S OUR SECRET?

Click to explore each facet of our approach

PERSONALIZED ADVISEMENT

We work to craft the most efficient academic path for you as soon as you enroll. Through the University Advisement Center, you’ll be assigned your own academic adviser, who will work with you one on one to find your perfect major and help you register for the courses you need and want. With them, you’ll develop your own personal success plan, highlighting your interests and strengths and helping you skip unnecessary coursework on the road to your degree. Eligible students can access additional customized support through TRIO Student Support Services.

DATA-BASED TECHNOLOGY

We call on digital tools to keep you on track to graduation. Our Graduation Progression Success system monitors your daily academic progress and initiates assistance if/when you need it. Our Early-Alert system tells us if you’re struggling within the first few weeks of the semester so we can jump in with proactive solutions (like referrals for tutoring or visiting the Student Financial Management Center to explore your options). Meanwhile, our Pounce chatbot answers any questions you have (about critical things like enrollment or registration barriers you may be facing) at the drop of a text, so you never get stalled.

ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE

We’ve analyzed and adapted to our students’ unique academic experiences. Supplemental Instruction pairs students taking historically difficult courses with those who excelled in them. Adaptive Learning Courseware changes the format of challenging, large introductory lectures to smaller instructor-guided labs. Success Workshops tackle frequently requested topics, like essay-writing, goal setting and test-taking. Student Success Coaching assigns personal coaches to students experiencing academic distress. And the Learning and Tutoring Center offers free tutoring across all departments.

FIRST-YEAR PROGRAMS

We believe starting off on solid footing is key. Our Freshman Learning Communities match small groups of first-year students with similar academic interests to build support networks from the outset.  Success Academy invites students to arrive on campus early to get a head start on the college transition. And the Panther Gateway Program invites students to ease into their educational journey by utilizing positive academic habits through peer mentoring, supplemental instruction and individualized guidance.

Financial Support

We never want money to derail your journey. If you’re relying on the HOPE Scholarship to fund your education but your grades slip and you lose it, the Keep HOPE Alive Scholarship will help you get back on track to regain it. If you’re facing personal challenges and struggling to pay your tuition, our Panther Retention Grant program and Emergency Assistance Fund can provide the financial aid you need. Through the Scholarship Resource Center, we can also help you search and apply for scholarships.

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Tariq Collins
“Success Academy allowed me to start college a semester early. I got to know campus, learn about and leverage offices around Georgia State and meet other students on a more connected, intimate level. Honestly, it’s one of the best things that has ever happened to me.”
— Tariq Collins

A STRATEGY WORTH REPLICATING

Having experienced the most dramatic increase in graduation rates of any university in the country since 2003, we’ve garnered widespread praise for our innovative and successful approach to elevating student achievement. We were also tasked with establishing our own National Institute for Student Success, offering a model for other universities to adopt.

Andrew Gumbel book cover.
“This model of student success couldn’t be more timely as Americans facing an economy devastated by rising wealth inequality and a once-in-a-century pandemic look once again to education—a quality but moderately priced education—to better their fortunes.”
— Andrew Gumbel, award-winning investigative journalist, political columnist, author

READ MORE ABOUT GUMBEL’S WORK.

THESTATEWAY
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