Question 1

What is the ranking of Georgia State University?

Accepted Answer

Georgia State University is considered a good university for its STEM programs mostly. As per the US News and World rankings 2025, GSU ranked #198 among the top national universities of the country.For the best UG teaching category, GSU is ranked #5. Under the QS ranking 2026, it ranked #98 in the USA. The 2027 QS rankings have also been released and this university ranked #801 in the same.

Question 2

Does Georgia State University offer full scholarships?

Accepted Answer

International students of Georgia State Uni may offer the Campus Atlanta scholarship (100% or 50% out-of-state tuition waiver) as per merit. Students with F or J Visas are not eligible for federal financial aid. For merit-based scholarships of Georgia State Uni, a separate application is not required.

Question 3

What is GSU known for?

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GA State University is famous for its R1 designation, the highest research activity. For 5 consecutive years, this university's research awards have exceeded USD 140 Million. Also, this unversity ranks among the Top 5 Most innovative institution, as per U.S. News. This university is also known for UG teaching.

Question 4

Is it hard to get into Georgia State University?

Accepted Answer

Georgia State University's acceptance rate is around 55%. This acceptance rate of GSU suggests that this university is somewhat selective. For admission to GSU, the Indian students should have a great academic record. Admission to Master's degree would require students to have a Bachelor's degree. Whereas for admission to UG courses, students should have completed school education.

Question 5

Which famous personalities have studied at Georgia State University?

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The list of the notable alumni of GSU include Julia Roberts, Bobby Jindal, Ludacris, Keisha Lance, Andy Stanley, etc. Other famous alumni of GA State are listed below-Ray StevensMax BurnsLewis A. MasseyLance Krall

Question 6

How much do you get paid after graduating from Georgia State University?

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As per Graduate Outcomes of Georgia State, the average salary of this university's Master's graduates is USD 106,700 (Around INR 1.01 Cr.). The top employers of the graduates of this university's graduates are-The Home DepotK-12 schoolsEmory HealthcareDeloitteEYAmazonPwCDelta Air LinesTruist

Question 7

Can I work part time while studying at Georgia State University?

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Yes. Indian students at Georgia State University can work on-campus (part time),  up to 20 hours per week during the school year. They can work full time during the vacation periods. Students can workGraduate AssistantshipsSchool LibraryStudent Assistantshipsin Bookstore, etc.

Question 8

How much does graduates of GSU earn?

Accepted Answer

As per the facts, the Master's graduates of Georgia State University earn around USD 106,700 (Around INR 1.02 Cr.). The top employers of the Master's graduates are-The Home DepotK-12 schoolsDelta Air LinesAmazonPwCEY

Question 9

Is it mandatory to submit a GRE or GMAT score at Georgia State?

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No, students don't need to submit either a GRE or GMAT score for most GSU courses. Business programs offered by the Robinson College of Business, have waived off the test score requirement for most courses.However, students applying for studies at the Georgia State College of Law, may have to submit a valid GRE or LSAT score for courses like JD.Students still can submit a valid score in either test. This can certainly have positive effect on the overall application.

Question 10

What IELTS score do I need for admission at Georgia State University?

Accepted Answer

International freshman (UG) students need a minimum IELTS score of 6.0. For PG courses, the IELTS requirement varies greatly for different courses. For Business courses offered by the GSU Business College, students need an IELTS score of 6.5. The college also accepts TOEFL and PTE Academic scores. For UG courses, a TOEFL score of 69 overall or a PTE score of 53 is enough.

Question 11

How to apply to GSU as an Indian student?

Accepted Answer

There are three basic steps to apply for GSU mentioned below-Gather materials and note admission requirements and deadlines. Some academic schools and colleges within GA State University have different deadlinesCreate an application account and then submit required docs like transcriptsPay application fee and look for status updates on your account

Question 12

Does Georgia State University accept Duolingo?

Accepted Answer

For Indian students, Georgia State University is no longer accepting Duolingo scores. For PG courses, the minimum scores may vary as per the courses. But, for UG courses. here are the minimum scores required. TestsMinimum ScoresTOEFL4IELTS6PTE53

Question 13

What are the most affordable courses at the Georgia State University?

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Associate degree programs are the most affordable courses one can pursue at Georgia State. These can be completed both online and offline, and usually have a duration of around 2 years. The average cost of these courses is around INR 9.75 Lakhs per year for 2026. This covers both tuition and fees.Health Insurance and Living costs mean the overall cost of an associate programme at GSU is around INR 26.5 Lakhs per year.Source: GSU University

Question 14

How much does it cost to pursue an MS in Computer Science at Georgia State University?

Accepted Answer

Indian students would have to spend around INR 21.5 Lakhs in tuition costs for a MS in CS at Georgia State. The programme has an average duration of 1.5-2 years. This does not include the cost of books and supplies, application, and exam fees.Students should also keep a budget in place for cost of living. Average living costs in Georgia is around INR 21 Lakhs for PG students.

Question 15

Is Georgia State University expensive for Indian students?

Accepted Answer

It can be considered moderately expensive to study at. The tuition costs range somewhere between INR 23.6 Lakhs and INR 50 Lakhs per year, across the UG and PG levels of study, depening on the course one applies to. This is much more affordable compared to the more popular places like MIT, Yale, and Harvard. Here, the tuition costs can go upto INR 1 Cr.

Question 16

What are the top majors at Georgia State University?

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Georgia State University offers 250+ majors. The top majors of this university are:PsychologyBusiness, Management, Marketing, and Related Support ServicesHealth Professions and Related ProgramsVisual and Performing ArtsComputer and Information Sciences and Support Services

Question 17

What is the duration of Bachelor's in Nursing course at Georgia State University?

Accepted Answer

The BSc Nursing course of Georgia State University is 4 years. The College of Nursing is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and the Commission Collegiate Nursing Education. For admission to BSN course of this university, Indian students are required to have completed high school. LOR has to be submitted too.

Question 18

How long will it take to complete MSc in CS course of the Georgia State University?

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Georgia State Uni. MSc in Computer Science course can be completed in 1.5 or 2 years. A number of research areas of focus are there in this course such as Machine Learning, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, etc. For admission to Georgia State Uni MSc in CS course, Indian students must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Question 19

What is the Georgia State University world ranking?

Accepted Answer

Georgia State University is one of the top-ranked unversities in world. The university is ranked #115 in USA and #443 in world as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking. Times Higher Education ranked the university #501 in 2025 and #401 in 2024. US News has ranked Georgia State University #588. ARWU has ranked the university #601. Apart from this, QS World University Rankings ranked Georgia State University #781 in 2026, whereas it was ranked #851 in 2025 and #801 in 2024. This indicates a decline in trend when compared with previous year rankings.

Question 20

What rank is Georgia State University in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

In National Universities rankings, GA State ranking is #198 in 2026,  as per U.S. News. Last year, GSU was ranked at #196. It can an be said that GSU ranks among the Top 200 Universities in the US.

Question 21

Where does GSU rank for the UG Teaching?

Accepted Answer

In the 2026 rankings by U.S. News, GA State ranks as the No. 1 Public University for Undergraduate Teaching for the 6th year in a row. The College of Business UG Information Systems and UG Insurance programs have maintained their places among the nation's Top 10.

Question 22

Is Georgia State University a D1 school?

Accepted Answer

Georgia State Uni takes part in the NCAA Division I athletics. It is a part of the Sun Belt Conference. There are 16 NCAA Division I athletic teams of this university.

Question 23

How can I enjoy the campus life at Georgia State University?

Accepted Answer

Students can take part in Georgia State University's 16 NCAA Division II varsity teams. There are 500+ student organizations at this university. For students, there are 6 residence halls with 5,500 students. There are dining locations at the university. Also, there are men's, women's and co-ed intramural sports plus 16 sport clubs.

Question 24

How much does housing cost at Georgia State University cost?

Accepted Answer

Students are required to apply for the housing at GSU. Housing options available for the university are Patton Hall, University Lofts, Piedmont Central, University Commons, etc. The estimated of the residence halls are given below-Housing OptionsExpensesPatton HallUSD 10,817 - USD 13,559University Lofts USD 2,289 - USD 4,337Piedmont NorthUSD 2678 - USD 3.058

Name	Known For	Alumnus
Julia Roberts	American Actress Won an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and 3 Golden Globe Awards Pursued a course in Veterinary Medicine
Ludacris	American Rapper and Actor Known for his role as Tej Parker in the Fast and Furious movie series Pursued a course in Music Management in the late 1990s
Amy Dumas	Former American Professional Wrestler Better known by her in-ring name, Lita Pursued a course in Education
Ken Lewis	American Businessman Former CEO, President, and Chairman of the Bank of America, the 2nd largest bank in the US Graduated with a BA in Finance in 1969
Kat Cole	American Businesswoman Former President of Cinnabon Bakery and current CEO of AG1 Graduated with an MBA in 2010

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