Georgia State at a Glance

Thank you for your interest in Georgia State University!

Located in the Southeast's governmental, financial, retail, health and legal center — downtown Atlanta — Georgia State is a place where teaching, research and service are woven together to create a meaningful learning experience.

As one of the Southeast’s leading research institutions and one of the most diverse universities in the country, we invite you to learn more about our Campus Atlanta!

Student Body Facts and Figures:

Total Student Body: 30,490
Undergraduate: 23,014
Graduate: 6,808

Female: 18,099
Male: 12,387

Student Ethnicity:

• White (Non-Hispanic) 13,114
• Black (Non-Hispanic) 10,806
• Hispanic 2,170
• Asian 3,658
• American Indian 98
• Multiracial 1,089
• Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 52
• Not reported 1,673

Academics Facts and Figures:

• Student:Faculty Ratio: 21:1
• Average class size: 38 students
• 87% of undergraduate classes have fewer than 50 students
• Total Full-Time Faculty: 1,142 (69% tenured or tenure track)
• 87% of faculty hold the highest degree in their field
• More than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study

Athletics Facts and Figures:

• 19 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletic teams 
• Nickname: Panthers
• Mascot name: Pounce
• Colors: Blue and White
• Conference:  Colonial Athletic Association (CAA)
• Athletics Director: Cheryl L. Levick 
• Web site: www.georgiastatesports.com