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Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta, Georgia

๐Ÿซ Public UniversityEst. 1885๐Ÿ”— www.gatech.edu

Georgia Tech's campus sits just north of downtown Atlanta, with most first-year students living together on West Campus in the Fitten, Freeman, and Montag residence hall community.

Enrollment

56,715

Total Students

Freshman Class

4,100

Approx.

Move-In Dates

August 15 - August 16, 2026

Fall 2026

Acceptance Rate

13%

Most recent cycle

Move-In

Fall 2026 Move-In Dates

Move-in appointment times vary by residence hall - check My Housing for your specific slot. A Volunteer Move-in option exists Aug. 14 for specific approved groups only.

August 15 - August 16, 2026

Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.

Move-in day tips

  • Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
  • Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
  • Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
  • Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
  • Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
  • If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
  • Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
  • Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.

Housing & Dorms

  • Fitten Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

    First-year only
  • Freeman Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

    First-year only
  • Montag Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

    First-year only

Housing Links

Links open Georgia Institute of Technology's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.

Orientation

FASET Orientation (register starting mid-April 2026)

All new students are required to attend one orientation session.

June 22 - August 20, 2026

Orientation tips

  • Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
  • Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
  • Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.

Costs

Room & Board

$13,608

Estimated / Year

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with Georgia Institute of Technology's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

Nearby Essentials

Checklists

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