Georgia Institute of Technology

Overview
Founded in 1885, Georgia Institute of Technology is one of the most rigorous engineering and technically-oriented colleges in the nation. This public school is a member of the University System of Georgia, and is consistently ranked as one of the top research universities in America. While the school began as a technical institute with a goal of re-industrializing the post-Civil War south, the university quickly expanded its reach and now offers both technical and liberal arts degrees.

Student Appeal
Put simply, a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology is likely to be highly regarded no matter where you hope to work in the country or around the globe. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Georgia Institute of Technology as the #7 public university in the country, and its graduate engineering college was ranked #4 in the U.S. The school also has a diverse student body, and is in the top 10 for the number of engineering degrees awarded to African American, Hispanic, and Asian American students.

Financial
Financial aid is available to qualified students.

School Facts & Figures

  • Accreditation: Regional, SACS
  • Size: N/A
  • Type: Public Not-for-Profit, 4-Year
  • Religious Affiliation: N/A
  • Academic Affiliation: N/A
  • Career Services: Yes
  • Course Schedule: Semester, 16 Weeks
  • Credit Options: N/A
  • Scholarships Offered: Yes
  • Loans Offered: Subsidized Direct Student Loans, Unsubsidized Direct Student Loans, Direct Parent PLUS Loans, Graduate Direct PLUS Loans

Programs Offered:
  • MS in Aerospace EngineeringMS in Aerospace Engineering
    Georgia Tech's ABET accredited online master's programs lets students specialize in one of several aerospace areas, such as development, system design, and maintenance. Students are expected to work with a faculty advisor to design a program of study that reflects their professional interests. Students may elect to complete a thesis or work on a special problem as part of their degree.
  • MS in Computational Science and EngineeringMS in Computational Science and Engineering
    This interdisciplinary degree program was developed by the Colleges of Computing and the Colleges of Sciences and Engineering. Students take courses in modeling and simulation, computational math, machine learning, data analytics, and computational engineering.
  • MS in Electrical and Computer EngineeringMS in Electrical and Computer Engineering
    Georgia Tech offers both thesis and non-thesis options in electrical and computer engineering. Students graduate with the skills to develop innovative products and techniques, such as faster communications technologies and more efficient electrical systems.
  • MS in Industrial EngineeringMS in Industrial Engineering
    The master's program in industrial engineering teaches students who to maximize productivity for business enterprises, through core courses in manufacturing systems, warehousing systems, and transportation and supply chain systems. The 30-credit program also allows students to choose technical requirements and electives to fit their interests.
  • MS in Information SecurityMS in Information Security
    Georgia Tech offers one of 88 National Security Agency (NSA) accredited information security programs in the country. The degree teaches students how to secure data from international breaches, through course work in cryptography, computer systems, software and networking security, and security policy.
  • MS in Mechanical EngineeringMS in Mechanical Engineering
    Students in the mechanical engineering distance learning program learn about advanced research processes, current research, and analysis methods appropriate to the mechanical engineering field. Thesis and non-thesis options are available.
  • MS in Medical PhysicsMS in Medical Physics
    This master's program prepares students to enter careers as medical physicists, as outlined in the recommendations of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine. Classes in diagnostic imaging physics, radiation therapy physics, medical health physics, and related areas are required.
  • MS in Operations ResearchMS in Operations Research
    The master's program in operations research covers deterministic optimization, probabilistic models, simulation, and mathematical statistics. Students are also allowed to choose electives from other departments, such as math, business, and computer science.

Georgia Institute of Technology

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