COLLEGE TOWN DOWNTOWN

No. 1

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

No. 2

BEST CITY
FOR GEN Z**

*WalletHub, 2024
**Commercial Cafe, 2024

SEE WHY WE’RE
ATLANTA'S UNIVERSITY.

At Georgia State, the energy of Atlanta meets a vibrant academic and social environment. GSU is 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 spaces. Bringing life to the campus with greenspaces and social hubs, GSU makes you feel at home in the heart of the city.

CAMPUS LIFE

At Georgia State, your well-being is as vital as your academic success. That’s why we’ve prioritized creating a safe, supportive space where you’ll thrive physically, mentally and socially. Our accredited Georgia State Police Department safeguards campus 24/7 with patrols by foot, bicycle and car, and our Campus Ambassadors assist as safety escorts, helping to guide students securely across campus. We recently launched a $3 million safety campaign to further enhance our campus’ security infrastructure. This includes AI-equipped lighting, expanded surveillance, smart technologies and more. By downloading the free LiveSafe mobile app, which provides real-time safety alerts, you can stay informed of everything happening around you, at all times.

On our downtown Atlanta Campus, you’ll grow, learn and unlock unparalleled access to major attractions, industries and city opportunities. Here, you’ll have the confidence and peace of mind to carve out your own place at a premier research institution in the Southeast’s biggest city.

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

*payscale.com 2024

“AN ECONOMIC ENGINE OF SOCIAL MOBILITY”

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

“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.

THESTATEWAY

WE’RE DOING THINGS
THESTATEWAY®

No. 1 PUBLIC UNIVERSITY FOR
UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING IN THE U.S. *

(Five years in a row)

TOP 5 MOST INNOVATIVE
UNIVERSITY IN THE NATION*

(For the last decade and counting)

* U.S. News & World Report, 2025

AS ONE OF THE MOST INNOVATIVE INSTITUTIONS IN THE NATION, 
specifically, top five in the country for the past decade, we set our sights high.* With every breakthrough we make, every spike we see in enrollment and every stride we hit in graduating more students in less time, we surpass our own standards. Still, our values and commitments never change: You come first.

That’s THESTATEWAY®

Through our leading-edge initiatives for academic achievement, we’ll help you pave your own path to opportunities, show you shortcuts to long-term success and empower you to design your future. You already have the drive to do remarkable things in this world. Let us be your roadmap.

* U.S. News & World Report, 2025

THE WAY TO GREATNESS STARTS HERE

A PUBLIC RESEARCH UNIVERSITY IN DOWNTOWN ATLANTA

For more than a century, we have worked tirelessly to earn our respected place in higher education. Today, our 250-plus undergraduate degree programs, 137-plus graduate degree programs and welcoming culture attract 52,000 students (across our Atlanta Campus and five Perimeter College campuses) from around the globe. Diversity is a defining part of our DNA.

Our ambitious spirit has helped us shape our students into accomplished alumni, change the face of downtown Atlanta and rise as a dynamic research university.

We know you’ll take THESTATEWAY® even further.

nursing professor with students.

THE WAY TO GREATNESS STARTS HERE

A PUBLIC RESEARCH UNIVERSITY IN DOWNTOWN ATLANTA

For more than a century, we have worked tirelessly to earn our respected place in higher education. Today, our 250-plus degree programs and welcoming culture attract more than 52,000 students (across our Atlanta Campus and five Perimeter College campuses) from around the globe. Diversity is a defining part of our DNA.

Our ambitious spirit has helped us shape our students into accomplished alumni, change the face of downtown Atlanta and rise as a dynamic research university.

We know you’ll take THESTATEWAY® even further.

OUR 10 MOST POPULAR MAJORS*

Click on each major to discover some associated career opportunities.

*This list is ordered alphabetically and not in order of popularity.

Accountant, Auditor, Tax Manager
Curator, Designer, Artist
Biologist, Scientist, Zoologist
Software Developer, Computer Programmer, Web Developer
Police Officer, Crime Scene Investigator, Criminal Profiler
Director, Cinematographer, Screenwriter
Financial Advisor, Commercial Banker, Venture Capitalist
Writer, Editor, News Producer
Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthetist
Campaign Manager, Urban Planner, Policy Analyst
Quintarius Adamson
“I’m more than a computer science major; I’m a catalyst for change in my community. With my degree, I plan to start a cybersecurity firm that prioritizes small businesses and lower-level corporations.”
— Quintarius Adamson (‘24)