University of Georgia: what international applicants need

What are University of Georgia's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Georgia has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on October 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on January 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Georgia's acceptance rate?

37.7% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Georgia admitted 16,108 of its 42,732 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Georgia require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. University of Georgia requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (October 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is September 12, 2026: scores on September 25, 2026, registration by August 28, 2026 (late registration September 1, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for University of Georgia?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 630–750 in Math and 640–730 in Reading and Writing (61% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 29–34.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is University of Georgia's application fee for international students?

University of Georgia's application fee is $85 for international applicants: $15 more than the $70 US applicants pay.

Does University of Georgia accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. University of Georgia accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does University of Georgia accept?

University of Georgia lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does University of Georgia accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests University of Georgia lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does University of Georgia require?

University of Georgia doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Georgia require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. University of Georgia requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does University of Georgia have?

435 of University of Georgia's 32,399 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Georgia cost for international students?

University of Georgia is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $31,688 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $11,450). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $11,672. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $49,110 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source