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About University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA) is a public land-grant research university in Athens, Georgia. Chartered in 1785, it is one of the oldest public universities in the United States and the flagship institution of the University System of Georgia.

Undergraduate admission is highly competitive. Prospective students should review requirements on uga.edu. UGA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Campus address commonly cited: Athens, GA 30602. Confirm tuition, housing, deadlines and visit programmes on uga.edu before applying. Keep recommendations and activities materials organised for early applications if relevant. Always confirm current tuition, deadlines, testing policy and visit details on the official website before applying. Keep transcripts and recommendations organised early in the cycle. Prospective students and families should verify the latest tuition, housing costs, application deadlines, testing policy and financial-aid rules on the institution's official website for the intended entry year. Published third-party summaries can become outdated quickly. Keep academic transcripts, counsellor recommendations and identification documents organised early, and confirm any programme-specific prerequisites before submitting an application. Campus visits or official virtual sessions are useful for understanding teaching style, student support and residential life.

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Address
Athens, GA 30602
Established
1785
Grades / levels
Undergraduate and graduate degrees
Courses offered
Undergraduate and graduate programmes across business, journalism, law, veterinary medicine, and agriculture.
Languages
English
Accreditation
Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Phone
706-542-3000

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