What Can I Expect by Attending?
How to Successfully Prepare for Enrollment
- Submitting final academic documents
- Lawful presence and legal name verification
- Tuition classification requirements
- Preventing or clearing course registration holds
Ask Questions and Learn about the Tech Experience
- Meet one-on-one with members of the Admissions team to ask questions (optional)
- Student Panel discussion on graduate student life at Georgia Tech
- Meet representatives from academic programs and student services and discover the resources and support available to help you succeed as a graduate student
- There is limited capacity for these sessions. Registration is first come first served, so please register as soon as possible. You only need to register for one session.
- Attendance is optional but highly encouraged if you have questions or would like additional support.
- If you are unable to attend these sessions, a recording of the Graduate Admissions Information Session will be available in your Applicant Experience Portal after July 16th.
Times and Dates
All sessions are virtual, Eastern Time (ET).
Campus office/program access links will be emailed to registered attendees 24 hours before the event.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 1:00 pm ET
| Time | Office/Program | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1-1:30 pm | Graduate Admissions | Learn how to successfully prepare for enrollment by completing key post-admission requirements, including submitting final academic documents, verifying lawful presence and legal name, meeting tuition classification requirements, and preventing or clearing course registration holds. |
| 1:30-2:00 pm | Student Panel | This session will feature current Georgia Tech graduate students who will share firsthand insight into the academic, professional, and social landscape of life at Tech. Through their experiences, participants will gain a well‑rounded understanding of what it’s like to pursue graduate studies at Georgia Tech — from navigating coursework and research expectations, to building professional networks, to engaging in the social and community life that shapes the student experience. |
| 1:30-2:15 pm | Career Center | The Georgia Tech Career Center offers a range of career development services and support to empower all Georgia Tech students to design, experiment, and build meaningful careers during their time at Georgia Tech and beyond. Join to meet the members of the Graduate Career Development Team, specialized in supporting all online and campus Master's and PhD students, to learn more about the support available to you. |
| 1:40 pm | Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) | Join the CEE academic advisors, Danielle Ramirez and Jerome Pondexter II, who will address any questions you may have as you prepare to enroll at Georgia Tech. |
| 1:45 pm | Bioinformatics and Quantitative Biosciences | Lisa Redding, Academic Program Manager, will be available to answer individual questions for incoming students. |
| 1:45-2:15 pm | Financial Aid for Online Students | Representatives from the Office of Financial Aid who specialize in supporting online students will be available to discuss the types of financial aid available to online graduate students. This session provides an opportunity to learn about funding options, ask questions, and better understand the financial aid process as you prepare for enrollment. |
| 1:45-2:15 pm | Stamps Health Services | Stamps Health Services is a multidisciplinary ambulatory health clinic on the GT campus designed specifically for students. This session will provide information on the services offered at Stamps Health Services and how students can access those services, help students understand the difference between the Mandatory Student Health Fee and the Student Health Insurance Plan, and ensure that students are aware of the immunization requirements all students must meet for enrollment. |
| 2:00-2:30 pm | Center for Teaching and Learning | Students can expect to learn about the resources the Center for Teaching and Learning offers to graduate students and postdocs, including training expectations for all teaching assistants and the Tech to Teaching Certificate Program, which helps develop the teaching skills of those who plan to pursue a faculty role. |
| 2:00-2:30 pm | GT6000 | GT6000 is Georgia Tech’s small-group, peer-led, extended-orientation, one-credit hour course for first-semester graduate students. GT6000 is designed to promote a positive student experience by getting to know other grad students (who may or may not be in your program), learning from seasoned grad students that serve as Student Leaders, and becoming familiar with campus resources. Join our session to meet some of the Student Leaders and learn more. |
| 2:30- 3:00 pm | Commuter Student Engagement | Join Student & Campus Event Center’s Graduate Student Programming team for a 30-minute virtual session to learn more about graduate student life beyond the classroom. This session will highlight the variety of social programming offered through our office, designed to help graduate students build connections across disciplines and colleges in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Attendees will also get an inside look at the Grad Lounge in the John Lewis Student Center—a dedicated space for graduate students featuring a kitchenette, comfortable seating for socializing, a pool table, and board games. |
| 2:30-3:30 pm | Housing and Residence Life | Join us for an information session designed to help you prepare for your transition to Georgia Tech and residential life on campus. During this session, we’ll walk through the graduate housing application and lottery process, including key steps and timelines, and provide an overview of what it means to live with the Swarm. You’ll also learn more about the Graduate Year Residential Experience, along with highlights of Week of Welcome to help you get connected before the semester begins. Whether you’re finalizing your housing plans or just getting started, this session will ensure you feel informed, prepared, and ready to make the most of your Georgia Tech experience. |
Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 9:00 am ET
| Time | Office/Program | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9-9:30 am | Graduate Admissions | Learn how to successfully prepare for enrollment by completing key post-admission requirements, including submitting final academic documents, verifying lawful presence and legal name, meeting tuition classification requirements, and preventing or clearing course registration holds. |
| 9:30-10:00 am | Commuter Student Engagement | Join Student & Campus Event Center’s Graduate Student Programming team for a 30-minute virtual session to learn more about graduate student life beyond the classroom. This session will highlight the variety of social programming offered through our office, designed to help graduate students build connections across disciplines and colleges in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Attendees will also get an inside look at the Grad Lounge in the John Lewis Student Center—a dedicated space for graduate students featuring a kitchenette, comfortable seating for socializing, a pool table, and board games. |
| 9:30-10:15 am | Career Center | The Georgia Tech Career Center offers a range of career development services and support to empower all Georgia Tech students to design, experiment, and build meaningful careers during their time at Georgia Tech and beyond. Join to meet the members of the Graduate Career Development Team, specialized in supporting all online and campus Master's and PhD students, to learn more about the support available to you. |
| TBD | GT6000 | GT6000 is Georgia Tech’s small-group, peer-led, extended-orientation, one-credit hour course for first-semester graduate students. GT6000 is designed to promote a positive student experience by getting to know other grad students (who may or may not be in your program), learning from seasoned grad students that serve as Student Leaders, and becoming familiar with campus resources. Join our session to meet some of the Student Leaders and learn more. |
| 9:40 am | Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) | Join the CEE academic advisors, Danielle Ramirez and Jerome Pondexter II, who will address any questions you may have as you prepare to enroll at Georgia Tech. |
| 9:45 am | Bioinformatics and Quantitative Biosciences | Lisa Redding, Academic Program Manager, will be available to answer individual questions for incoming students. |
| 9:45-10:15 am | Financial Aid for Online Students | Representatives from the Office of Financial Aid who specialize in supporting online students will be available to discuss the types of financial aid available to online graduate students. This session provides an opportunity to learn about funding options, ask questions, and better understand the financial aid process as you prepare for enrollment. |
| TBD | On-Campus Analytics Program | TBD |
Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 2:00 pm ET
| Time | Office/Program | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2-2:30 pm | Graduate Admissions | Learn how to successfully prepare for enrollment by completing key post-admission requirements, including submitting final academic documents, verifying lawful presence and legal name, meeting tuition classification requirements, and preventing or clearing course registration holds. |
| 2:30-3:15 pm | Career Center | The Georgia Tech Career Center offers a range of career development services and support to empower all Georgia Tech students to design, experiment, and build meaningful careers during their time at Georgia Tech and beyond. Join to meet the members of the Graduate Career Development Team, specialized in supporting all online and campus Master's and PhD students, to learn more about the support available to you. |
| TBD | GT6000 | GT6000 is Georgia Tech’s small-group, peer-led, extended-orientation, one-credit hour course for first-semester graduate students. GT6000 is designed to promote a positive student experience by getting to know other grad students (who may or may not be in your program), learning from seasoned grad students that serve as Student Leaders, and becoming familiar with campus resources. Join our session to meet some of the Student Leaders and learn more. |
| TBD | Study Abroad | TBD |
| 2:40 pm | Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) | Join the CEE academic advisors, Danielle Ramirez and Jerome Pondexter II, who will address any questions you may have as you prepare to enroll at Georgia Tech. |
| 2:45 pm | Bioinformatics and Quantitative Biosciences | Lisa Redding, Academic Program Manager, will be available to answer individual questions for incoming students. |
| 2:45-3:15 pm | Financial Aid for Online Students | Representatives from the Office of Financial Aid who specialize in supporting online students will be available to discuss the types of financial aid available to online graduate students. This session provides an opportunity to learn about funding options, ask questions, and better understand the financial aid process as you prepare for enrollment. |
| 3:15-3:45 pm | Commuter Student Engagement | Join Student & Campus Event Center’s Graduate Student Programming team for a 30-minute virtual session to learn more about graduate student life beyond the classroom. This session will highlight the variety of social programming offered through our office, designed to help graduate students build connections across disciplines and colleges in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Attendees will also get an inside look at the Grad Lounge in the John Lewis Student Center—a dedicated space for graduate students featuring a kitchenette, comfortable seating for socializing, a pool table, and board games. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Am I required to attend a Pre-Enrollment Session?
No, attendance is not required.
Why should I attend a Pre-Enrollment Session?
These sessions are designed to help admitted students understand how to complete their admissions requirements and connect with campus partners who support graduate students.
I tried to register for a session, but they were all full. What should I do?
Please continue checking your Applicant Experience Portal, as spaces may become available if another student cancels their registration. If you are unable to register for a session, you will be able to review a recording of the Graduate Admissions Information Session in your Applicant Experience Portal after July 16.
I missed the session. How can I view the recording?
A recording of the Graduate Admissions Information Session will be available in the Applicant Experience Portal after July 16.
My program is not listed as participating. How can I connect with my program?
You can find contact information for each program by visiting Graduate Education Degree Programs.
I can no longer attend my session. How can I cancel or change my registration?
Log in to your Applicant Experience Portal, where you will be able to cancel or change your registration.