Georgia State University is an enterprising urban public research institution in Atlanta,the leading cultural and economic center of the Southeast.
- #401 Ranking
- 90 Bachelors
- 2,083 Academic Staff
- 32,290 Students
- 1,937 Students (int'l)
- 19,051 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- #6 in the nation for best first-year experience.
- #3 institution in the U.S. for an unusually strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
- #1 public university in the country for an unusually strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
Bachelor's programmes
Humanities (26)
- B.A. Africana Studies
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Applied Linguistics
- BSc/MA Applied Linguistics
- B.I.S. Arts Administration
- B.I.S. Asian Studies
- B.A. English
- B.A. French
- B.A. German
- B.I.S. Global Studies
- B.A. History
- B.Mu. Jazz Studies
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- BA/MA Religious Studies
- B.F.A. Sculpture
- B.A. Spanish
- B.Sc. Special Education
- B.A. Speech
Social Sciences (21)
- B.A. Africana Studies
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.I.S. Asian Studies
- B.Sc. Economics
- B.A. Economics
- BA/MSc and BS/MSc Geosciences
- B.I.S. Global Studies
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Political Science
- BA/BSc Psychology
- B.Sc. Public Policy
- B.I.S. Social Entrepreneurship
- B.S.W Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
- B.A. Speech
Arts, Design & Architecture (18)
- B.A. Art History
- B.A. Film and Media
- B.A. Game Design
- B.Sc. Game Development
- B.F.A. Graphic Design
- B.F.A. Interior Design
- B.Mu. Jazz Studies
- B.I.S. Media Entrepreneurship
- B.Mu. Music - Composition
- B.Mu. Music - Music Education
- B.Mu. Music Management
- B.F.A. Sculpture
- B.F.A. Textiles
Business & Management (15)
- B.B.A. Accounting
- B.B.A. Actuarial Science
- B.I.S. Arts Administration
- B.B.A. Finance
- B.B.A. Hospitality Administration
- B.B.A. Management
- B.B.A. Marketing
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.I.S. Media Entrepreneurship
- B.Mu. Music Management
- B.Sc. Public Policy
- B.B.A. Real Estate
- B.I.S. Social Entrepreneurship
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (13)
- B.B.A. Actuarial Science
- B.Sc. Biology
- BSc/MSc Biology
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- BSc/MSc Chemistry
- B.A. Economics
- B.Sc. Economics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- BSc/MSc Mathematics
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- BSc/MSc Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Nutrition
- B.Sc. Respiratory Therapy
Education & Training (10)
- BFA Art Education
- B.Sc. Birth Through Five
- B.Sc. Elementary Education
- B.Sc. Middle Level Education
- B.Mu. Music - Music Education
- BA/BSc Psychology
- B.Sc. Special Education
Computer Science & IT (8)
- B.B.A. Computer Information Systems
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- BSc/MSc Computer Science
- B.Sc. Data Science
- B.A. Game Design
- B.Sc. Game Development
- B.F.A. Graphic Design
- B.Sc. Public Health
Medicine & Health (7)
- B.Sc. Exercise Science
- B.I.S. Gerontology
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.Sc. Nutrition
- B.Sc. Public Health
- B.Sc. Respiratory Therapy
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
- B.A. Art History
- B.Sc. Nutrition
- B.B.A. Real Estate
- B.I.S. Social Entrepreneurship
- B.S.W Social Work
- B.F.A. Textiles
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (6)
- B.I.S. Environmental Science
- BA/MSc and BS/MSc Geosciences
- B.Sc. Geosciences, Geology
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (5)
- B.Sc. Exercise Science
- B.B.A. Hospitality Administration
- B.Mu. Music Management
- B.I.S. Sport Administration
Journalism & Media (4)
- B.A. Film and Media
- B.A. Journalism
- B.I.S. Media Entrepreneurship
Engineering & Technology (3)
- BSc/MSc Chemistry
Law (2)
- B.Sc. Criminal Justice
- B.I.S. Law and Society
About
History
The history of Georgia State University began in 1913 when it was founded as the Georgia Institute of Technology's "Evening School of Commerce." Holding classes in rented space in downtown Atlanta, the School moved its location several times to surroundings that could accommodate the increasing enrollment.
Education
With six campuses throughout metro Atlanta, the university provides its world-class faculty and more than 54,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities.
Research
Georgia State University ranks among the nation’s top 115 public and private universities in the Carnegie Foundation’s elite category of Research Universities/Very High Research Activity. This category represents the highest level of research activity for doctorate-granting universities in the U.S.
The Carnegie classification has been the leading framework for recognizing and describing institutional diversity in U.S. higher education for the past four decades. The very high research activity designation further confirms that Georgia State is competing with the Nation’s top universities.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
401
2022
401
2021
401
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
501
2021
501 -100
2020
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
504 -12
2022
492 -9
2021
483
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
801 -50
2022
751
2021
751
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Lounges, food courts and a student-run movie theater offer patrons several ways to relax and socialize in the Student Center. The center also houses student organization offices and numerous offices and programs to serve students and the campus community.
Housing services
On campus, the living’s easy. Whether you feel most at home in one of our traditional residence halls, in Greek housing with your sorority or fraternity or in an intimate Living-Learning Community with like-minded peers, there’s a place for you here.
As you get to know Atlanta and Georgia State’s campus, our six cozy and amenity-rich communities will make you feel right at home. Campus’ walkability offers quick access to key attractions, PantherDining halls and recreation, and an opportunity to soak up our bustling city’s beauty and charm.Library services
The University Library of today is a platform for discovery, creativity, and innovation. A “platform” where people from different walks of life come together can facilitate “collisions” of ideas that lead to new insight, and that “spark” innovation. We aim to provide this kind of a place – both online and in our six library facilities.
ICT services
Visit the new IIT Technology Service Desk system for technology help and to contact the technology help center.
Medical services
Welcome to Georgia State University’s Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) page. Georgia State provides comprehensive, affordable health insurance for our eligible students and their dependents. Our plan complies with the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Student Life
Campus life
Alpharetta Campus is a thriving and diverse campus initially opened in 2000. In 2010, course offerings were expanded to include all academic areas, including 2000-level classes and additional day and evening courses.
The Clarkston Campus is one of the most culturally diverse in the University System of Georgia, with students from more than 150 countries.
The Dunwoody Campus sits on 100 acres in a residential district of north DeKalb County, where the college has developed a strong reputation as a community partner and institution for higher learning.
Sports facilities
ATLANTA—Georgia State University will name its football field at Georgia State Stadium in honor of Parker H. "Pete" Petit, chairman and chief executive officer of MiMedx Group, successful entrepreneur and long-time supporter of the university, who has made a $10 million gift to the university to support the Athletics program.
Student clubs
Make the most of your academic experience by participating in a student organization or club at the Robinson College of Business. Your participation in clubs gives you opportunities to build strong ties with other students, faculty and practitioners in your field while gaining recognition and improving your leadership skills.
Accreditation
Georgia State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools: Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC) to award associate’s, baccalaureate, masters, specialist and doctorate degrees.
Student Reviews
One and only
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
It's only one University in south caucasus which can get you knowledge about aviation. It's not so historical, but still have big experience and is cornerstone of Georgian Aviation industry. I am proud to be student here, it was amazing experience for me and I will always remember how qualified lecturers were there
Studying in the city
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Online classes were very difficult to learn from for me, personally. I prefer in-person classes.
An acceptable university
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
My study experience at this university was decent. The professors can be excellent when it comes to teaching, but that depends on the professors themself. The programs here are pretty decent but can also be very limited for some people. Environment is okay for studying, but isn’t the best. Overall I’d say it’s a decent studying experience.
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