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Whether you’re exploring the possibility of becoming a Yellow Jacket or you’ve already applied for housing and want to know what comes next, this page is your go to guide. Here, you’ll find everything you need to navigate the journey from being admitted to Georgia Tech through moving onto campus.
The Housing Application Process

The Housing Application Process

Use the checklist below to navigate the housing application process and understand your next steps.

  1. Get Admitted to GT & Pay Admissions Deposit
  2. Log in to My Housing & Complete Your Application
  3. Pay the One-Time $80 Housing Application Fee & Sign Your Contract
  4. Consider Applying to Living Learning Communities
  5. Find Your Roommate
  6. Select Your Room or Be Assigned
  7. Make Your Move-In Appointment
  8. Complete the Self Check-In Process

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Key Deadlines

Stay informed about important application dates for housing at Georgia Tech to ensure a smooth application process.

What to Know

As you move through your housing application and get ready to make Georgia Tech your new home, it’s helpful to know what to expect. This section outlines some essential information and tips to ensure you’re fully prepared for the transition to campus life.

One Time $80 Application Fee

If you are a first-time housing applicant, there is a one-time $80 housing application fee that is required and non-refundable.

Housing Contracts Last the Full Academic Year

Our standard housing contract covers the full academic year—fall and spring. Summer and Spring only contracts are available for students who need them.

Contracts and Rates
Contract Cancellation Policies & Deadlines

Should you choose not to enroll at Georgia Tech or make alternative plans—such as an internship, co-op, study abroad program, or moving off campus—there are important contract cancellation policies, associated fees, and deadlines you’ll need to review.

Contracts and Rates
Separate Application Deadlines for Special Groups

Your classification determines which application deadlines you must meet to participate in the housing lottery or the room selection process. Review the appropriate deadlines carefully to stay on track.

First-Time Residents
Meal Plans are Separate from Housing Costs

New first-year students are required to have a meal plan and can make their selection within the housing application. Be sure to review your meal plan options through Georgia Tech Dining.

Tech Dining
You can Choose a Roommate

When it comes to selecting your roommate(s), you have flexibility—you can go random, match with a friend, or fill out roommate preferences to help you connect with someone compatible.

Find a Roommate
Explore Your Housing Options

As you explore your housing options, you’ll find a variety of community styles and configurations designed to match different preferences and living experiences.

Explore On-Campus Housing
Move-In is Scheduled

As we get closer to move-in, you’ll need to schedule your move-in appointment so we can prepare for your arrival. If you don’t select a date and time, one will be assigned to you.

Moving In
Off-Campus Housing Options

If you’re looking to live off-campus, you can explore alternative housing options through our Off-Campus Housing Marketplace.

Off-Campus Housing
What’s Included

Living on campus at Georgia Tech means having everything you need right at your doorstep. From convenient amenities and fully staffed support services to vibrant residential communities designed to help you succeed, you’ll find a living experience built around your wellbeing, connection, and growth.

Essentials & Services
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Fully Furnished & All Utilities
Your housing costs include a furnished living space and all utilities, making your on campus experience simple and stress free.
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Free WiFi Access
Beyond free WiFi across campus, we offer dedicated technology support within our residential communities.
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Free Laundry Facilities
Laundry is always free within our residence halls!
Community Spaces
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Community Kitchens
Traditional and suite-style residence halls include communal kitchens for students to use, but don’t forget to bring your own pots, pans, and dining essentials.
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Social Lounges
Residence halls offer dedicated social and study lounges, creating communal spaces to gather, collaborate, and recharge outside of your room.
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Shared Floor Bathrooms
Traditional first-year residence halls feature communal bathrooms on each floor that are cleaned and maintained regularly.
Residential Support
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Dedicated Residential Tutoring
Dedicated residential tutoring for common first-year courses is brought directly into the residence halls, providing extra support as you navigate the academic transition.
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Programming with your RA
Your Resident Assistant provides guidance throughout your transition to GT, offering programming designed to help you discover campus resources and make meaningful connections.
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Quiet Hours
To support a balanced living environment, quiet hours offer structured time for concentration and relaxation across the hall.
Safety & Security
GT Police

We partner with the Georgia Tech Police Department to help maintain a safe and secure environment within our residential communities.

Learn More about GTPD
Card Access

Housing has fully transitioned to electronic access, allowing you to enter your building and your personal room with your BuzzCard instead of a physical key.

Learn More about Electronic Access
RAs & Hall Directors

Our Resident Assistants and Hall Directors play an active role in keeping the residence halls safe and supported after hours.

Learn More about Residence Life
Living Learning Communities

Living Learning Communities

Georgia Tech’s First-Year and Transfer Living Learning Communities (LLCs) offer students a unique residential experience that blends academic interests with social engagement. Through LLCs, residents benefit from specialized courses, dedicated study spaces, and direct interaction with faculty and industry experts. These communities are designed to ease the transition to college by fostering collaboration and leadership among students who share similar passions, providing a competitive yet supportive environment that integrates campus life with experiential learning.

Learn More About Living Learning Communities

Dining Halls

Dining Halls

Georgia Tech Dining offers a wide variety of fresh, convenient meal options across campus—from all-you-care-to-eat dining halls to popular retail locations in the John Lewis Student Center and Tech Square. Students with allergies or specific dietary needs can access safe, nutritious meals every day, with staff available to help navigate options and provide support.

Explore Meal Plan 101

The Move-In Process

The Move-In Process

Georgia Tech’s move-in makes transitioning to on campus living simple and stress free. The guide walks you through everything you need—from scheduling your move-in appointment in My Housing to completing self check-in. It also offers practical tips for coordinating with roommates, following the recommended items-to-bring list, and managing vehicle unloading – helping you and your family navigate move-in day with confidence and ease.

Learn More About the Move-In Process

What to Bring

Starting your first year at Tech? Keep your packing simple to make move-in stress-free and move-out a breeze.

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Packing for college is all about balancing comfort with the limited space of a residence hall. To ensure a smooth transition, we recommend focusing on these essential items:

  • Bedding & Comfort: Since all on-campus beds require extra-long (XL) twin sheets, be sure to pack at least two sets along with your favorite pillows and a warm blanket.
  • Hygiene Essentials: A shower caddy is a must-have for carrying your toiletries to and from the bathroom. Don’t forget shower shoes (like flip-flops) and a few sets of towels.
  • Power & Tech: Bring a heavy-duty UL-approved power strip (12 or 14 gauge) to keep your devices charged. A long phone charging cable is also highly recommended, especially if you plan to loft your bed.
  • Laundry & Cleaning: Pack a laundry bag or basket and high-efficiency detergent. Small cleaning supplies, like a handheld vacuum and all-purpose wipes, will help keep your space tidy.
FAQs

You can find FAQs addressing a range of topics, from pre-arrival preparations to post-arrival support such as campus resources and student services. These FAQs are designed to help you smoothly transition to campus life and make the most of your residential experience.

How will I hear from Housing and Residence Life?

Emails

We try our best to email residents only when there is valuable information to share. Residents should look out for our emails, particularly those regarding:

  • Housing contract and application information
  • Facilities alerts
  • Our monthly newsletter of resident news
  • All email communications will be sent to a student’s official Georgia Tech email address, except for recently accepted students who have yet to receive their campus email address. In those cases, we will email the address included on a student’s housing application.

Text Messages

In an effort to make our communication more accessible to residents, Housing and Residence Life sends text messages about important updates or exciting opportunities. Additionally, we will message residents in the event of a facilities emergency in their hall (fire, gas leak, etc.).

Not receiving our texts? We can only send messages to U.S.-based phone numbers. If you’d like to provide a more accurate number for us to message, you can update that information following these steps at My Housing:

  1. From the home page, click on the menu icon on the top left of the page.
  2. Select your name from the menu that appears to see your “My Details” page.
  3. Here, you can update your phone number and your preferred name, if you choose.
What is My Email and Campus Address?
  • After you register for classes you will be given an email account known as the “gtAccount”. To activate your account, simply go to passport.gatech.edu, click on I need to activate my GT account (Students Only), and enter the required information. GT Housing will communicate with students via e-mail as much as possible. Check your GT e-mail account regularly.
  • For instructions on how to access your personal mailing address and your campus mailbox visit the Georgia Tech Post Office website.
  • Deliveries are NOT made to residence halls.
Do I Need Insurance?
  • It’s important to note that Georgia Tech insurance does not cover students’ personal belongings. If you do not currently have renter or homeowner’s insurance, we encourage you to insure your belongings now. Please review section VIII. Personal Property and Insurance in your Housing Contract for detailed information related to personal property.
  • See Personal Property Insurance for suggestions.
How Do I Learn More About Rooms?

We do not offer tours of the residence halls at any time due to privacy reasons. Click here and select any building to take a 360º virtual tour.

Visit our Room & Furniture Info page to learn about your room type, review furniture details, and explore our list of suggested items to bring to campus.

Lofts may not be constructed or erected in any residence hall room; however, most rooms do contain beds that can be arranged in multiple configurations.

Room dimensions:
Traditional buildings

  • East Campus – approximately 12’ X 10’ to 15’ X 11’.
  • West Campus – approximately 15’ X 11’.

Suite Style

  • Harris – 12’ X 10’.
  • Woodruff – 15’ X 12’.

Apartments

  • Bedrooms – approximately 11’ X 8’ 10”.
  • Windows – vary from 44” X 95” to 51” X 116”.
  • Blinds are installed in all windows.
Are First-Year Students Required to Live on Campus?
  • While the majority of first-year students live on campus, it is not required.
  • See the First-Year Wellness Experience page for information about the First-Year Wellness Experience program.
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