Explore frequently asked questions.
General Information 16
If I am interested in study abroad opportunities, who should I contact?
I have already applied, but now can’t attend until a later semester. What can I do?
I have already submitted my transcript to another college. Can I ask them to forward a copy to you or can you take the transferred courses off of their transcript?
Where can I find information about transportation and parking?
What are Georgia State’s dining facilities? Is there a meal plan?
Academics 3
Does Georgia State offer an Honors College? How does a student apply? What are the benefits of participating in the Honors College?
What academic support services and academic programs are available?
What majors are available?
Applying to Georgia State 34
How do I reactivate my application?
I see that my file has a residency determination, but my application status still reads “Complete” or “Complete-Under Review”. Does that mean I will be accepted?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Residency in Question”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Non-Resident”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Green Card Needed”. What does that mean?
Tuition & Financial Aid 8
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Residency in Question”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Non-Resident”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states that I am a resident. What does that mean?
Are international students eligible for financial aid?
How do accepted students notify Georgia State of their intent to enroll? Is there a tuition deposit?
Steps for Accepted Students 13
Intent to Enroll
Verification of Lawful Presence
Once I am accepted, to whom should I speak to about academic advisement (i.e. what classes were transferred and/or what classes do I need in order to pursue my degree etc.)?
Who needs to take the placement tests at Georgia State? How do new students sign up for placement tests?
Where can I find information about transportation and parking?
Residency 6
I see that my file has a residency determination, but my application status still reads “Complete” or “Complete-Under Review”. Does that mean I will be accepted?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Residency in Question”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Non-Resident”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states “Green Card Needed”. What does that mean?
I have a question about my residency status. It currently states that I am a resident. What does that mean?
International Admissions 15
What if my testing site cancels my TOEFL or IELTS?
Where can I find out how to get my visa/immigration documents (i.e. I-20 forms, F-1 visa, etc.)?
I was just accepted. What should I do next?
Do you allow F1 visa applicants to apply as postbaccalaureate students?
I am applying as a postbaccalaureate and have a bachelor’s degree from my country and have a master’s degree from a U.S. institution. Do I need to take the TOEFL and/or have my transcripts evaluated?
Dual Enrollment 6
I am a dual enrollment student at another college/university. Should I apply as a transfer student or incoming freshman? Will my credits transfer?
Do I need to take the Math, Chemistry or Foreign Language Placement Exam?
Are the SAT/ACT scores absolutely required? Can I submit ACCUPLACER or the PSAT instead?
Can I take online or distance dual enrollment courses through Georgia State University?
Can I live on campus as a dual enrollment student?
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What if I get ill, or discover I’m overwhelmed by the classwork after a week or two? Or what if I just don’t like the class?
What if the class I want is closed?
What academic counseling is available to me?
How do I know what classes are available?
If I just want to audit (sit in) a class do I still have to go through the application process and turn in all my transcripts?
Contact Us
Our admissions counselors are here to guide you through the application and acceptance process. Connect with yours today. View our team of undergraduate admissions counselors.
Please send all electronic transcripts to electronictranscript@gsu.edu. If you have any international admissions or credential questions, please contact adminternational@gsu.edu.