Undergraduate Admission
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- Application Review Process
- Academic Preparation
- Contribution to Community
- Major Selection
- Personal Essays
- Recommendations
- Standardized Tests
- Interview for International Applicants
Standardized Tests
All first-year applicants must submit results from at least one SAT and/or the ACT in order to be considered for admission. Keep in mind that in our holistic review process, tests are only one of many factors used to make admission decisions. Read below to better understand our process and learn about testing resources and support.
Our Process
Submitting Scores to Complete Your Application
In order to complete your application, you must submit either an SAT or ACT test score. We do not require the ACT writing section or the SAT optional essay. You can submit your test scores by self-reporting your scores or sending official scores to Georgia Tech. We highly recommend that you self-report your SAT and/or ACT scores. Please choose one of the two methods described to self-report your scores to Georgia Tech. First, we will consider self-reported scores listed in the Common Application testing section. Additionally, after you submit your application, you will have access to a form in your admission portal to self-report scores. We will not use scores received on your school transcript or via email, fax, or postal service.
When Must You Submit Official Scores?
Students who are admitted and choose to enroll at Georgia Tech, will need to submit official test scores before attending orientation. Use the school codes below to submit your scores:
- SAT school code: 5248
- ACT school code: 0818
How Do We Evaluate Test Scores?
When we evaluate your application for first-year admission we consider test scores as outlined below.
- ACT - Highest section score on English, Math, and Reading. We do not use the Science or Writing section
- SAT – Highest section score on Evidence-Based Reading & Writing and Math.
Testing Tips and Resources
- If you or your family have financial concerns about testing fees, know that there are fee waivers for qualified students. Starting a conversation with your guidance counselor is a great place to start.
- We do not recommend paying the expedited rush fee. In our experience, test scores arrive at roughly the same time whether you pay for them to be rushed or not.
- Schoolhouse.world is a platform for free, peer-to-peer tutoring for specific subjects as well as SAT testing preparation.
- ACT.org offers free testing preparation and practice tests.
Other Standardized Tests
AP, IB, and AS & A Level exams are optional for admission, though they may provide college credit for students who enroll at Georgia Tech. If you have taken any of these tests before you apply and you believe they support your application, you are welcome to report them as described above.
If you ultimately decide to enroll at Georgia Tech, official exam results will be required in order to seek college credit. To see our course credit by exam policy, please see below:
Demonstration of English Proficiency
We do not require English language exams (such as TOEFL and IELTS) but we will accept them for non-native English speakers.