First-Time Residents
Welcome new Yellow Jackets!
Stay informed about important dates and deadlines for Housing at Georgia Tech.
New First-Year Students
Applying for Georgia Tech housing is simple. Complete the online application, select your preferences, and meet the deadline.
Housing is not first-come, first-served—eligible first-year students receive a random room selection time ticket.
New Transfer Students
Georgia Tech reserves housing for transfer students, with assignments determined by a lottery.
Apply by the deadline to be eligible for the academic year. Summer and spring-only housing is offered first come, first served.
New Graduate Students
Admitted graduate students may apply for housing once processed by Graduate Admissions.
Apply by the deadline to be eligible for the academic year housing lottery. Starting in 2025–26, graduate housing is limited to one academic year and one summer contract. Family housing options are available.
Starting Your Journey at Georgia Tech?
Whether you’re an incoming first‑year, a new transfer student, or beginning your graduate journey, this page is your one‑stop guide to navigating your transition to Georgia Tech.
From the moment you receive your admission offer to the day you move into your new home on campus, we’ve outlined every step you need to know to feel confident and prepared.
Georgia Tech offers a variety of opportunities for incoming residents to enhance their campus experience. The First-Year Wellness Experience and Living Learning Communities offer residential co-curricular opportunities designed to foster personal growth and a vibrant, inclusive community.
