Graduate students at Georgia Tech have access to several discounts for programs and services due to their status as a graduate student, Graduate Research Assistant, or Graduate Teaching Assistant (as applicable). Please see below a list of these discounts.
On-campus Child Care Services
Georgia Tech’s on-campus childcare program is managed by Bright Horizons Family Solutions. The Children's Campus @ Georgia Tech (TCC) is located in graduate student housing. All GT students and employees receive a 10% tuition discount.
Family Support Services
Georgia Tech graduate students with children are eligible to opt-in for access to a suite of family support services offered through Bright Horizons. The Family Support Services program provides discounts for many services including tuition at partner childcare centers (outside of the Bright Horizons network), search tools for sitters, tutoring and enrichments programs, parenting resources and more.
Please complete the webform at the link below for access to the Family Support Services program.
Discounted MARTA Passes
Students can purchase monthly MARTA transit passes through Georgia Tech Parking and Transportation. The normal cost for a monthly transit pass is $68.50/month. The cost for students when purchased through Georgia Tech is reduced to $50/month.
Dining Dollars
Dining Dollars are sales tax exempt funds that can be used at all Tech Dining locations. Dining Dollars may be purchased in increments of $50, $200, $400, and $600. Customers who deposit $400 or $600 Dining Dollars receive an additional 10% in bonus Dining Dollars. Dining Dollars roll over from summer semester to fall, from fall semester to spring. Unused Dining Dollars will be forfeit at the end of each spring semester.
Student Health Insurance Plan Subsidy
Graduate students employed as Graduate Research Assistants (GRAs) and Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) qualify for the subsidized Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). The subsidy reduces the cost of this health insurance plan by roughly 76%. More information on the SHIP can be found on the Stamps Health Services website. The subsidized rates are published by the Bursar’s Office and are reflected in your student account via OSCAR.
Stamps Health Services: SHIP Information
Georgia Tech Athletic Event Tickets
Students receive free admission to most GT Athletic events on campus including football contingent on ticket availability.
Campus Closet
The Georgia Tech Campus Closet is dedicated to relieving the financial stresses of day-to-day life. Our goal is to provide access to professional attire for any opportunity that you cross paths with. Rentals are free for Georgia Tech students, but you must return clothing after being dry-cleaned.
Students’ Temporary Assistance and Resources (STAR) Services
Students encountering challenges with finances, food insecurity, loss of housing, etc. can access support through STAR Services.
Green Goodbyes
Green Goodbyes is a free, second-hand store for Georgia Tech students. The store is located on the second floor of Barnes & Noble. All currently enrolled students are eligible to “shop” in Green Goodbyes. They must present their Buzz Card at checkout. The store is a great resource for clothing, home décor, household and kitchen items, and small furniture.