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Georgia State University

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Georgia State University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Georgia State University is a public research university in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It suits international students who want a large undergraduate-focused choice of bachelor’s programmes in a major U.S. city.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor’s level across 54 programmes, including Accounting, Finance, Art, Biology, Chemistry, and Communication, with both B.A. and B.S. options in some subjects. The university is a public research institution, so it combines undergraduate study with a research-university setting.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply for bachelor’s study and check the university’s official admissions website for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and any English-language requirements. The university’s website is http://www.gsu.edu/; confirm the current application steps there before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Atlanta will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so plan a separate budget for those.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that on the university website before you apply. Also check visa timing, entry documents, housing options, health insurance, and how international students handle arrival and registration.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, Georgia State University is one of 2,515 universities and stands out as a public research university with a very large student body and a bachelor’s programme list that covers business, sciences, and arts. If you want a broad undergraduate option in Georgia, it is positioned as a large in-state public choice rather than a small specialist institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Georgia State University

What type of university is Georgia State University?

It is a public research university.

What level of study is listed?

Bachelor’s degree study is listed.

How many programmes are listed?

54 programmes are listed.

Where is Georgia State University located?

It is in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

Overview

Georgia State University is a public research university in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Founded in 1913, it is one of the University System of Georgia's four research universities. It is also the largest in-person institution of higher education by enrollment based in Georgia with a student enrollment of 53,144, including 45,065 undergraduate and 8,079 graduate students across all of their campuses.

Programs at Georgia State University

16 programs across 4 study levels.

PhD / Doctorate

Other

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Actuarial Science, M.A.S.

Georgia State University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Blended 💰 USD 1,485 total
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Africana Studies, M.A.

Georgia State University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting, B.B.A.

Georgia State University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Actuarial Science, B.B.A.

Georgia State University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Africana Studies, B.A.

Georgia State University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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