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Residency/Tuition Classification

What documents do I need to provide to prove eligibility for in-state tuition? How do I submit them?
My parents moved away from Georgia but I have been continuously enrolled as an in-state student at Georgia Tech or another University System of Georgia institution. Can I keep my in-state tuition classification?
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Where can I find information about programs at Georgia Tech?

You will find a complete list of graduate programs on the Degree Programs page of our website.

Can I transfer into Georgia Tech?

It is possible to transfer credit into Georgia Tech at the graduate level, but it's rare since courses differ drastically at each institution. You may not apply for transfer credit until after matricu...

I completed a three-year bachelor's degree. Am I eligible to enroll at Georgia Tech?

If you have a three-year bachelor's degree from a non-US institution, please contact the Office of Graduate Education. Not all three-year bachelor degree's are considered equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor...

How can I determine if I am eligible for in-state tuition?

To be eligible for in-state tuition, you must be a resident of the State of Georgia, as defined by the Board of Regents. Click here

What is the minimum GPA requirement?

Each graduate degree program has its own GPA requirement. Please visit the programs' websites for this information. If you have additional questions, contact the degree program office directly.Degree...

I am trying to apply for financial aid, but I do not have a GT Account. What do I do?

Instructions for setting up your GT Account are emailed a few business days after submitting your graduate application. At this point, you will be able to apply for financial aid. Additional informati...

When are admissions decisions made?

Each graduate program has a different application deadline so application decision dates vary. Your admissions process can be tracked via your Application Status Portal. Once a decision has been mad...

What are my chances of admission?

Each graduate program considers many factors when determining an applicant's eligibility for admission. A determination cannot be made until your application and supporting documents have been revie...

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