FUTURE STUDENTS
Why Georgia State?
The Graduate School at Georgia State University prides itself on offering a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, critical thinking and academic excellence at an affordable cost. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where all graduate students, regardless of background or circumstance, can thrive and succeed.
Our focus extends beyond traditional academic boundaries to include real-world applications, ensuring our graduates are not just scholars but leaders in their respective fields. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to providing personalized mentorship and cutting-edge resources to facilitate your academic journey.
AT GEORGIA STATE, YOU ARE OFFERED THE UNIQUE ADVANTAGES OF A MAJOR RESEARCH INSTITUTION NESTLED IN THE ATLANTA METROPOLITAN AREA.
On our campus without boundaries, you’ll confront 21st-century challenges, collaborate with peers who become colleagues and acquire the experience needed to exceed the demands of an ever-changing workforce. Best of all, you’ll add your name to a network of alumni making waves around the world.
Join us and become part of a community dedicated to shaping the future of academia and beyond. Your journey starts here.
137 GRADUATE MAJORS AND 37 GRADUATE CERTIFICATES OFFERED ACROSS NINE SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES.
Georgia State is a campus without boundaries. Graduate students are blocks away from some of the iconic entertainment, business, government and cultural landmarks that have helped define Atlanta throughout the years. Dozens of national and international corporations, nonprofits and government agencies call Atlanta home, meaning their opportunities for growth are limitless.
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Professional Development
The Graduate School at Georgia State offers a variety of resources and programs to assist graduate students and postdoctoral trainees in realizing their goals. As students navigate their way to and through their graduate journey, professional development will be a key part of their experience.
Our model for professional development is designed to empower graduate students with proficiency in six core competency areas:
- Wellness & Resilience
- Career Development
- Leadership
- Research & Scholarship
- Data Literacy & Technology
- Belonging
Culture
Georgia State is a place for all, highlighting our common connections and intersections while upholding the free expression rights of each individual. Graduate students at Georgia State may embody various identities, such as race, ethnicity, gender, faith, nationality and communities like first-generation college students, adult learners and military-connected students. When graduate students feel a sense of belonging, it enhances their retention, success and contributions to their communities.
Average Earnings
$106,700*
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Find Your Program
Whether you're on campus or pursuing your graduate degree online, the opportunities to chart your own path are abundant. With over 130 graduate majors and 37 graduate certificates available, including 45 online programs, you have the flexibility to tailor your academic journey to your unique goals and aspirations. Our array of distinctive graduate degree programs spanning nine colleges, schools and institutes paves the way to what's next for you, whether you're pursuing one degree or multiple.
Contact Us
The Graduate School coordinates graduate admissions. Students seeking a graduate degree will apply through the school and receive additional support from The Graduate School and college, school or institute academic offices.