Georgia Tech requires that all applicants demonstrate proof of English language proficiency at the time of application.
Satisfying the English Proficiency Requirement
- U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents can submit Lawful Presence documents.
- All other applicants can provide:
- Proof of citizenship from an approved country, or
- Evidence of degree earned from a regionally accredited (or international equivalent) university or college where English was the sole language of instruction*, or
- Successful completion of GTLI Upper Advanced 700 Level Intensive English Program, or
- Valid Test score as outlined below in the Test Score Requirements section
*Our office will verify whether English is the sole official language of instruction at your institution. Please note that a transcript stating English as the medium of instruction is not sufficient. If we determine that English is not the only language of instruction, you will need to meet our English Language Proficiency Requirements through one of the approved methods listed on this page.
Test Score Requirements
Georgia Tech's accepted tests and minimum score requirement for graduate admission are listed below. Meeting Georgia Tech’s minimum score does not guarantee admission since some programs have higher score requirements. Please note that your test score is valid only if it meets the Institute’s minimum requirements and is not expired when your program begins.
| Test Type | Test Location | Minimum Score Require | Submitting Scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official IELTS Academic test score |
| IELTS ≥ 7 overall band score
| Scores must be sent via the IELTS electronic score delivery service to Georgia Institute of Technology, "Graduate" |
| Official TOEFL iBT test score |
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| Scores must be sent via the ETS electronic score delivery service to Georgia Institute of Technology, "Graduate", institute code 5248 |
| Successful completion of Upper Advanced 700 Level of GTLI Intensive English Program | This intensive program is 8-weeks long and is offered face to face five times a year. | All four core classes (Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening) must be passed with a B or higher. |
We do not accept Duolingo as proof of English proficiency.
Disability Accommodations
Applicants who require accommodations, special arrangements for disabilities, or health-related needs should refer to the services of TOEFL or IELTS. Applicants must provide medical evidence to the testing service to support their claim.
We recommend that you achieve acceptable scores prior to submitting your application. Scores must be no more than two years old on the day you are scheduled to begin your graduate education. Failure to satisfy the English Language Proficiency requirement will impact our ability to review an application.