Office of Graduate Education Signature Events

GradExpo

GradExpo is Georgia Tech's resource fair for new graduate students. Held in conjunction with Graduate Institute Orientation (GradIO), GradExpo gives students the opportunity to engage with various campus units and student organizations and to learn about the resources and services they provide.

Graduate Student Welcome and Fall Picnic

New and returning graduate students are welcome to this annual in-person event as we share Georgia Tech's traditions, academic standards, and provide students with spirit items. 

Virtual Graduate School Showcase Hosted by Georgia Tech

Those interested in graduate education can attend this virtual event to meet with both Georgia Tech program recruiters and recruiters from universities around the U.S. and abroad. This event is hosted by Georgia Tech's Pre-Graduate and Pre-Professional Advising, the Office of Graduate Education, and the Career Center. 

Graduate Student Experience Symposium

In response to the evolving landscape of graduate education, we are excited to announce the Graduate Student Experience Symposium. As experienced adult learners, our graduate students have unique motivations and preferences that require innovative, tailored academic and support services. This symposium aims to address these needs.

Career, Research, and Innovation Development Conference (CRIDC)

CRIDC is an annual professional development event that offers a poster competition, panel sessions led by industry leaders, and career networking opportunities. It is sponsored by the Graduate Student Government Association and the Office of Graduate Education. 

Taxes 101

Representatives from Global Human Resources, the Bursar's Office, and the Office of Graduate Education team up to help walk you through the dos and don’ts of filing your taxes.

Three Minute Thesis

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition challenges students to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. It is held every year during Graduate Student Appreciation Week. 

Graduate Student Appreciation Week

Grad Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) is celebrated the first week of April each year. Daily events throughout the week will provide opportunities to engage, network, and have some fun!

Upcoming Events

The following is a list of various Georgia Tech events open to graduate students. A full listing of all Institute events can be found on the Campus Calendar website. To view Thesis & Dissertation proposal defenses, see MS and Ph.D. Defenses.

Final Exams: Fall 2024
No exams 8:00 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.
Graduate Internship Program: International Student Focus
Turing Minds is an annual event that brings together the brightest minds in computer science.
End of term.
The Spring 2024 Saturday Morning Commencement ceremony will be held at McCamish Pavilion on Saturday, May 4, at 9 a.m.
The Fall 2024 Saturday Afternoon Commencement ceremony will be held at McCamish Pavilion on Friday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m.
The Fall 2024 Institute Master's Commencement ceremony will be held at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 9 a.m.
All grades must be entered online by noon EST.
Online for students after 6 p.m. EST.