University of Georgia

Athens, United States

Overview

Control Type: Public

Within the United States's higher-education landscape, University of Georgia stands as a public university. It operates from Athens, United States as a higher-education provider.

The institution offers programmes across multiple qualification levels. University of Georgia's academic structure spans its academic units, supporting an extensive programme catalogue.

With 32,137 students on its rolls, University of Georgia operates as a community of learners and academics. Its campus environment shapes the daily institutional rhythm.

Location & Contact

The geographic and contact details below cover where University of Georgia is and how to reach its administrative offices. Campus emergency contact is typically distinct from general inquiries.

Academic Details

Enrolment scale, staff balance, and accreditation context for University of Georgia are below. Female student percentage signals admissions reach and shapes the student-life environment.

Total Students: 32,137

Programs Offered

The programmes you can apply for at University of Georgia are grouped by degree level. Programme-level accreditation (separate from institutional) matters for regulated professions like law, medicine, and engineering.

Bachelor's Degree

105 programmes

At undergraduate level, University of Georgia offers 105 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.

Agriculture, General Agriculture
Agricultural Business and Management Agriculture
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services Agriculture
Agricultural Public Services Agriculture
Animal Sciences Agriculture
Food Science and Technology Agriculture
Plant Sciences Agriculture
Soil Sciences Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation and Research Forestry & Natural Resources
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy Forestry & Natural Resources
Forestry Forestry & Natural Resources
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management Forestry & Natural Resources
Landscape Architecture Urban Planning
Area Studies Social & Cultural Studies
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Social & Cultural Studies
Communication and Media Studies Communication Studies
Journalism Journalism
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication Media Studies & Mass Media
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Public Relations
Computer Science Computer Sciences
Special Education and Teaching Special Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Education & Teaching
Agricultural Engineering General Engineering
Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction
Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering Electrical Engineering
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering Environmental Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Biochemical Engineering General Engineering
Biological/Biosystems Engineering General Engineering
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services Linguistics & Language Studies
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Business Services Family & Consumer Science
Family and Consumer Economics and Related Studies Family & Consumer Science
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services Family & Consumer Science
Housing and Human Environments Family & Consumer Science
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services Family & Consumer Science
English Language and Literature, General English Language Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Liberal Arts
Biology, General Biological Sciences
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Biochemistry
Botany/Plant Biology Biological Sciences
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences Molecular Biology
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Biological Sciences
Zoology/Animal Biology Biological Sciences
Genetics Biological Sciences
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences Biological Sciences
Biotechnology Biological Sciences
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Ecology & Conservation
Mathematics Mathematics
Statistics Mathematics
Biological and Physical Sciences Liberal Arts
Nutrition Sciences Liberal Arts
Classical and Ancient Studies Liberal Arts
Cognitive Science Liberal Arts
Computational Science Liberal Arts
Marine Sciences Liberal Arts
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness Sport and Exercise Science
Philosophy Philosophy & Ethics
Religion/Religious Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Astronomy and Astrophysics Physics & Astronomy
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology Climate Studies & Meteorology
Chemistry Chemistry
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Earth Sciences & Geology
Physics Physics & Astronomy
Psychology, General Psychology
Criminal Justice and Corrections Criminal Law & Justice
Social Work Social Work
Anthropology Social & Cultural Studies
Economics Economics
Geography and Cartography Geography
International Relations and National Security Studies Politics & International Relations
Political Science and Government Politics & International Relations
Sociology Social & Cultural Studies
Dance Performing Arts
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Performing Arts
Film/Video and Photographic Arts Film & Animation
Fine and Studio Arts Visual Arts
Music Music
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Speech & Language Therapy
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Pharmacy
Public Health Public Health
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Rehabilitation Sciences
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services Nutrition & Dietetics
Business/Commerce, General Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Business Administration
Accounting and Related Services Accounting
Business/Managerial Economics Economics
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations Entrepreneurship
Finance and Financial Management Services Finance, Banking & Insurance
Hospitality Administration/Management Hospitality Management
International Business International Business
Management Information Systems and Services IT Management
Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing
Real Estate Business Administration
Insurance Business Administration
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations Retail Management
History History

Master's Degree

89 programmes

These 89 programmes form University of Georgia's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.

Agricultural Business and Management Agriculture
Agricultural Public Services Agriculture
Animal Sciences Agriculture
Food Science and Technology Agriculture
Plant Sciences Agriculture
Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation and Research Forestry & Natural Resources
Forestry Forestry & Natural Resources
City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture Urban Planning
Communication and Media Studies Communication Studies
Journalism Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer Sciences
Computer Science Computer Sciences
Computer Software and Media Applications Digital Media & Game Development
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Information Systems & Technology
Education, General Education & Teaching
Educational Administration and Supervision Educational Leadership
Educational/Instructional Media Design Education & Teaching
Special Education and Teaching Special Education
Student Counseling and Personnel Services Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Education & Teaching
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language Education & Teaching
Engineering, General General Engineering
Agricultural Engineering General Engineering
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering Environmental Engineering
Biochemical Engineering General Engineering
Biological/Biosystems Engineering General Engineering
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services Linguistics & Language Studies
Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services Family & Consumer Science
Housing and Human Environments Family & Consumer Science
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services Family & Consumer Science
Apparel and Textiles Family & Consumer Science
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies Law
English Language and Literature, General English Language Studies
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Biochemistry
Botany/Plant Biology Biological Sciences
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences Molecular Biology
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Biological Sciences
Zoology/Animal Biology Biological Sciences
Genetics Biological Sciences
Pharmacology and Toxicology Biological Sciences
Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology Biological Sciences
Biotechnology Biological Sciences
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Ecology & Conservation
Molecular Medicine Biological Sciences
Mathematics Mathematics
Applied Mathematics Mathematics
Statistics Mathematics
Historic Preservation and Conservation Liberal Arts
Nutrition Sciences Liberal Arts
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness Sport and Exercise Science
Philosophy Philosophy & Ethics
Religion/Religious Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Chemistry Chemistry
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Earth Sciences & Geology
Physics Physics & Astronomy
Psychology, General Psychology
Research and Experimental Psychology Psychology
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Clinical Psychology
Public Administration Public Administration
Social Work Social Work
Anthropology Social & Cultural Studies
Economics Economics
Geography and Cartography Geography
International Relations and National Security Studies Politics & International Relations
Political Science and Government Politics & International Relations
Sociology Social & Cultural Studies
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Performing Arts
Film/Video and Photographic Arts Film & Animation
Fine and Studio Arts Visual Arts
Music Music
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Speech & Language Therapy
Health and Medical Administrative Services Healthcare Administration
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Pharmacy
Public Health Public Health
Business Administration, Management and Operations Business Administration
Accounting and Related Services Accounting
Business/Managerial Economics Economics
Human Resources Management and Services Human Resource Management
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Operations Management
Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing
History History
Veterinary Residency/Fellowship Programs Medicine

Doctorate

71 programmes

University of Georgia lists 71 programmes awarding a doctorate — the apex qualification for those pursuing research leadership or an academic career.

Agricultural Business and Management Agriculture
Agricultural Public Services Agriculture
Animal Sciences Agriculture
Food Science and Technology Agriculture
Plant Sciences Agriculture
Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation and Research Forestry & Natural Resources
Forestry Forestry & Natural Resources
Environmental Design Architecture
Communication and Media Studies Communication Studies
Computer Science Computer Sciences
Education, General Education & Teaching
Educational Administration and Supervision Educational Leadership
Educational/Instructional Media Design Education & Teaching
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Education & Teaching
Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education Education & Teaching
Special Education and Teaching Special Education
Student Counseling and Personnel Services Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Education & Teaching
Engineering, General General Engineering
Agricultural Engineering General Engineering
Biomedical/Medical Engineering Bio & Biomedical Engineering
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services Linguistics & Language Studies
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Linguistics & Language Studies
Housing and Human Environments Family & Consumer Science
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services Family & Consumer Science
Apparel and Textiles Family & Consumer Science
English Language and Literature, General English Language Studies
Biology, General Biological Sciences
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Biochemistry
Botany/Plant Biology Biological Sciences
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences Molecular Biology
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Biological Sciences
Zoology/Animal Biology Biological Sciences
Genetics Biological Sciences
Pharmacology and Toxicology Biological Sciences
Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology Biological Sciences
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Ecology & Conservation
Molecular Medicine Biological Sciences
Neurobiology and Neurosciences Neuroscience
Mathematics Mathematics
Statistics Mathematics
Nutrition Sciences Liberal Arts
Sustainability Studies Liberal Arts
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness Sport and Exercise Science
Philosophy Philosophy & Ethics
Religion/Religious Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Chemistry Chemistry
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Earth Sciences & Geology
Physics Physics & Astronomy
Materials Sciences Materials Science
Psychology, General Psychology
Research and Experimental Psychology Psychology
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Clinical Psychology
Public Administration Public Administration
Social Work Social Work
Anthropology Social & Cultural Studies
Economics Economics
Geography and Cartography Geography
Political Science and Government Politics & International Relations
Sociology Social & Cultural Studies
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Performing Arts
Fine and Studio Arts Visual Arts
Music Music
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Speech & Language Therapy
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Pharmacy
Public Health Public Health
Business Administration, Management and Operations Business Administration
Business/Managerial Economics Economics
History History

Professional Doctorate

3 programmes

University of Georgia lists 3 programmes awarding a doctorate — the apex qualification for those pursuing research leadership or an academic career.

Veterinary Medicine Agriculture
Law Law
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Pharmacy

Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications

82 programmes

Beyond the main degree tiers, University of Georgia runs 82 programmes as certificates, diplomas, and associate or foundation programmes — useful for upskilling or as a pathway to bachelor's entry.

Agricultural Business and Management Agriculture
Agricultural Production Operations Agriculture
Agricultural Production Operations Agriculture
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services Agriculture
International Agriculture Agriculture
Agricultural Public Services Agriculture
Plant Sciences Agriculture
Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation and Research Forestry & Natural Resources
Natural Resources Conservation and Research Forestry & Natural Resources
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy Forestry & Natural Resources
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy Forestry & Natural Resources
Area Studies Social & Cultural Studies
Area Studies Social & Cultural Studies
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Social & Cultural Studies
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Social & Cultural Studies
Communication and Media Studies Communication Studies
Communication and Media Studies Communication Studies
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication Media Studies & Mass Media
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication Media Studies & Mass Media
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Public Relations
Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer Sciences
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Information Systems & Technology
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Information Systems & Technology
Education, General Education & Teaching
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education Education & Teaching
Educational Administration and Supervision Educational Leadership
Educational/Instructional Media Design Education & Teaching
Educational/Instructional Media Design Education & Teaching
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Education & Teaching
Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education Education & Teaching
Special Education and Teaching Special Education
Student Counseling and Personnel Services Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Education & Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Education & Teaching
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language Education & Teaching
Ocean Engineering General Engineering
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services Family & Consumer Science
Non-Professional Legal Studies Law
Non-Professional Legal Studies Law
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies English Language Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Liberal Arts
Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology Biological Sciences
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Ecology & Conservation
Gerontology Liberal Arts
Historic Preservation and Conservation Liberal Arts
Historic Preservation and Conservation Liberal Arts
Medieval and Renaissance Studies Liberal Arts
Museology/Museum Studies Liberal Arts
Museology/Museum Studies Liberal Arts
International/Globalization Studies Liberal Arts
Dispute Resolution Liberal Arts
Computational Science Liberal Arts
Sustainability Studies Liberal Arts
Sustainability Studies Liberal Arts
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology Climate Studies & Meteorology
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology Climate Studies & Meteorology
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Clinical Psychology
Homeland Security Criminal Law & Justice
Homeland Security Criminal Law & Justice
Public Policy Analysis Public Administration
Archeology Social & Cultural Studies
Geography and Cartography Geography
Geography and Cartography Geography
Urban Studies/Affairs Urban Planning
Urban Studies/Affairs Urban Planning
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Performing Arts
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management Media Management
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General Health Sciences
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Speech & Language Therapy
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Counselling & Psychotherapy
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Pharmacy
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Pharmacy
Public Health Public Health
Public Health Public Health
Medical Illustration and Informatics Health Sciences
Business Administration, Management and Operations Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Business Administration
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations Entrepreneurship
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Operations Management

How to apply to University of Georgia

Step-by-step guidance for applying to University of Georgia, covering the typical sequence from programme selection to admissions follow-up.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at University of Georgia

    Use the programme finder to browse University of Georgia's 350 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Programme-level requirements at University of Georgia typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    University of Georgia processes applications through www.uga.edu. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Georgia

The questions below summarise University of Georgia's vital institutional details — useful as a quick reference before drilling into specific sections.

What city is University of Georgia in?

University of Georgia operates from Athens, United States.

Is University of Georgia a public or private institution?

University of Georgia is a public institution.

How big is University of Georgia's student body?

University of Georgia serves approximately 32,137 students.

What is University of Georgia's official website?

University of Georgia's official website is www.uga.edu.

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