Georgia Tech

The Georgia Institute of Technology operates as a premier public research university, delivering advanced education and groundbreaking research across seven diverse colleges, encompassing business, computing, design, engineering, liberal arts, lifetime learning, and sciences. Recognized as a Carnegie-classified R1 institution, its core function involves cultivating innovation and advancing technological solutions that aim to improve the human condition. The institution focuses on rigorous academics complemented by extensive research initiatives, translating discoveries into tangible real-world impact.

Established on October 13, 1885, as the Georgia School of Technology, the institution formally opened its doors in 1888. Its foundation reflected a pivotal insight during the post-Reconstruction era: a critical need for specialized technical education to foster industrial growth and economic development within Georgia. This commitment to practical and progressive learning has remained central to its evolution over more than a century.

Serving a global community of over 53,000 students from more than 146 countries, alongside faculty, industry partners, and government agencies, Georgia Tech prepares future leaders to shape industries and strengthen communities worldwide. The university’s long-term vision is to continually advance technology and improve the human condition, driving economic growth and addressing complex societal challenges through its expansive research enterprise and dedicated educational mission.