For Parents
The move from high school to college is a major transition – for parents as well as students. Having assisted with this transition for thousands of families, the Admission Office staff can answer many of the questions you're likely to have.
We also strongly encourage you to check out our Georgia Tech Parents Program, where you can find a wealth of information regarding supporting your college student, involvement opportunities, and resources to help make the college transition as smooth as possible. The Parents Program Facebook page is also a great place to post questions and meet other parents who are also going through the college decision process.
Resources For Parents
Parents of high school seniors
Academics
For years, the better paying, fastest growing job sectors have been calling for applicants with growing tech and computer skills. There is no better place than Georgia Tech for your son or daughter to gain this foundation. We teach humanities and business programs within the technology context. Tech students also have an impressive array of opportunities to gain real-world experience through undergraduate research and cooperative education and internships that often translate into job offers.
Learn more about Academics at Georgia Tech.
What is a degree from Georgia Tech worth?
It's hard to measure the holistic, life-long value of a Georgia Tech degree, but we can tell you that our graduates have a pretty impressive track record when it comes to landing jobs and getting into the graduate programs of their choice. Here is a list by College of the yearly median starting salaries of graduates holding Georgia Tech bachelor's degrees.
SmartMoney has recognized Georgia Tech as the "best academic deal in America!"
| College | Salary |
| Architecture | $44,000 |
| Business | $48,000 |
| Computing | $60,000 |
| Engineering | $60,000 |
| Liberal Arts | $51,000 |
| Sciences | $42,000 |
Safety
Attending college in an urban environment such as Atlanta can be an adjustment and concern for some students and families. Georgia Tech's police force works diligently to ensure the safety and wellness of all Georgia Tech community members. To that end, we have a highly trained group of officers, escorts available 24 hours a day, blue light emergency phones throughout campus, and an emergency alert system for students and parents.
Additionally, while their primary focus is keeping the campus secure, Georgia Tech's Police Department also works closely with the Atlanta Police Department to help secure the areas and neighborhoods adjacent to campus where many students live. Click here for a more complete listing of the many initiatives underway to protect our students and promote a safe environment.
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Visit Tech
- Freshman Application Timetable
- Transfer Application Timetable
- International
- Summer programs for high school students
- Advanced Credit
- Freshman Experience
IMPORTANT CONTACTS
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Phone: 404.894.4154
Fax: 404.894.9511
admission@gatech.edu
www.admission.gatech.edu
Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid
Phone: 404.894.4160
Fax: 404.894.7412
finaid@gatech.edu
www.finaid.gatech.edu
