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Transfer Frequently Asked Questions

Does Georgia Tech accept applications for each semester?
Yes, we accept applications for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Please refer to the Application Timetable on the Transfer Admission website to be sure to get your application submitted on time.
Are late applications accepted?
Due to the large volume of applications received for each term and the time that it takes to process all applications, only applications received on time and with all requirements met by the Document Deadline are guaranteed to be reviewed for the particular term. Interested students should make every effort to submit all materials on time and understand that late applications may not be accommodated.
Does it matter whether I attended a public or private college or a two-year or four-year college?
We do not favor one type of school over another. However, the college must be accredited by one of several regional accrediting agencies. Coursework from any college must be deemed equivalent to Georgia Tech's curriculum in order to apply towards the admission requirements. Please see the Transfer Equivalencies table for previously reviewed courses from many U.S. colleges and universities.
Does Georgia Tech accept credits from online courses?
Georgia Tech generally does not accept online coursework for admission or transfer credit purposes. However, there are some exceptions; check the Transfer Equivalencies table for specific schools and courses.
Will grades transfer to Georgia Tech?
No, but grades are computed into the Overall and combined Math/Science GPAs for the transfer admission evaluation.
Do I need to submit SAT or other test scores?
No, Georgia Tech does not require test scores such as SAT, ACT, or TOEFL for transfer admission consideration.
Do I have to submit a high school transcript?
No, high school transcripts are not required unless specifically requested by the Office of Undergraduate Admission. You will be contacted if this transcript is required.
Will my AP, IB, or SAT Subject Exam credit transfer?
Yes, provided that the credit shows on your college transcript. If not, you may submit your AP scores to us and credit will be awarded if the scores meet our requirements. You may also use AP credits toward fulfillment of the specific courses required for admission but must complete at least 30 semester (or 45 quarter) hours of actual in-class course credits in addition to any AP course credits. For a complete list of applicable placement tests and required scores visit our advanced course credit section.
I have not completed all of the required courses. Can I just take them when I get to Georgia Tech?
No, all required courses must be completed at another college BEFORE a decision will be made on your application. Please refer to the "Course Requirements by Major" chart under Transfer Requirements.
Why is there a “one-term” gap between when I finish the required courses and when I can possibly start at Georgia Tech?
A significant amount of time and energy is required by multiple offices on the Georgia Tech campus to get a new student started. There is not enough time between two consecutive semesters to receive and evaluate transcripts, make admission decisions, have transfer credits evaluated, assign registration ticket times, and take care of all auxiliary services (such as housing, parking, and immunization records) needed for new students. Accepted students CAN continue taking courses at their current schools in the interim term and are encouraged to contact a Georgia Tech departmental academic advisor for assistance in ensuring that all courses transfer and apply toward the Tech degree.
Do I have to take Linear Algebra with my Calculus II?
Most other colleges and universities do not teach Linear Algebra with Calculus II as Georgia Tech does. Thus, while it is strongly recommended that you complete a separate Linear Algebra course at your current school, it is not required for admission consideration. Please be aware that if your prospective major at Tech requires the Linear Algebra component, you will have to complete it at Tech if you do not complete it prior to enrollment. Since space in this supplemental course is very limited, you should make every effort to take Linear Algebra at your current school. If you are unsure whether your prospective major will require Linear Algebra, please consult the Course Catalog or the departmental website (www.gatech.edu/colleges-schools).
What is a Lab Science "sequence?"
Majors that indicate a two-course "sequence" for Lab Sciences require that you complete two 4-credit hour (lecture and lab), transferable courses in the same subject area (for example, two Biology courses each with lecture and lab). Please refer to the footnotes on the "Course Requirements by Major chart" (see Transfer Requirements) where the details of the Lab Science requirements are explained in further detail.
I don't meet Georgia Tech's transfer requirements. Can I enroll as a freshman?
No, Georgia Tech defines a transfer student as any student who has taken a college or university course after graduation from high school or who left high school before graduating to enroll full time in college courses. A student may not disregard his or her college record to apply to Georgia Tech as a freshman.
How can I check the status of my application?
Applications will remain pending until official documentation of the completion of all requirements is received. To verify whether your specific documents have been received, you may use the check application link via BuzzPort.
When will I be notified of my admission decision?
Admission decisions for transfer students are made on a rolling basis only after all requirements have been met and when all documents have been received by the appropriate document deadline. In general, admission decisions are made within approximately 3-5 weeks from the receipt of all required documents showing successful completion of the minimum transfer admission requirements. Decisions are posted online in BuzzPort but are never given via e-mail or by phone. Depending on the volume of applications received for any given term, all decisions may not be made and letters not mailed until after the Document Deadline for that term.
If I meet the minimum requirements, is my acceptance guaranteed?
Transfer admission to Georgia Tech is competitive and selective as more applications from qualified students are received than can be accommodated. In order to be considered for admission, transfer applicants must meet the minimum requirements by completing the specific courses intended by major, total number of credit hours, and minimum Grade Point Average (GPA), all at another institution. Successful candidates for admission will be selected from the pool of applicants that best meet or exceed these requirements, which vary by major.
Can I change my major after I am accepted or enrolled at Georgia Tech?
As a transfer student, you will be admitted to your chosen major based upon prerequisite coursework, academic record, and enrollment openings within the college or school. Be aware that, should you wish to change your major after enrolling at Tech, your proposed major may have very competitive criteria for admission and your change of major may not be approved. Colleges and schools that are overcrowded normally prohibit transfer students from changing into these majors once enrolled at Georgia Tech.
What happens after I am accepted?
Congratulations! We look forward to having you at Tech. Please follow all instructions found online in BuzzPort, including payment of your $250 non-refundable admission deposit, signing up for FASET orientation, and submitting required medical forms and departmental transfer course evaluations as needed. You must send your final official transcript, with no "in progress" or pre-registered courses for a future term listed, to the Office of Undergraduate Admission. If you do not do this in a timely manner, transfer credits and registration for future terms may be affected.