The **Georgia Institute of Technology** (Georgia Tech) is a leading public research university founded in 1885 and located in Atlanta, Georgia. Established initially as the Georgia School of Technology to support the industrial growth of the post-Civil War South, it has evolved into a top-tier institution recognized globally for its emphasis on science, engineering, and technology[2][1]. Georgia Tech enrolls over 50,000 students from all 50 states and 149 countries across its main Atlanta campus, satellite locations including Georgia Tech-Europe in France, and extensive online programs[1]. It is organized into seven colleges with about 31 departments, notably including the College of Engineering, College of Computing, Scheller College of Business, and Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts, offering more than 100 technology-focused undergraduate majors and minors[2][5]. Engineering remains the most popular major, followed by computer science and business administration[5]. The institute is renowned for its rigorous, hands-on academic environment, fostering innovation through project-based learning and numerous startup competitions. Professors are research-active and deeply engaged in student success, contributing to Georgia Tech’s reputation for intellectual challenge and practical preparation for the job market[4]. Georgia Tech is a research powerhouse, securing $1.37 billion annually in research awards, including through the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). Its research output drives significant economic development for Georgia and the broader Southeast region, with an economic impact estimated at $5.8 billion in fiscal year 2024[1][2]. The university’s mission centers on developing leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition, a vision sustained for over 139 years[1]. Athletically, Georgia Tech competes in NCAA Division I as part of the Atlantic Coast Conference and has won five national championships[2]. The campus blends historic and modern architecture, offering a vibrant student life in the heart of Atlanta with strong career preparation through co-ops and internships[6]. Notabl