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Georgia Tech

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
16.5%
ACCEPT
01Acceptance 02Tuition 03Transfer 04ROI 05AP Credit 06Majors 07Housing 08International

Georgia Tech Graduate Earnings Overview

$89,432
Median Salary (6yr)
$102,772
Median Salary (10yr)
$21,672
Median Debt
4.7x
Earnings / Debt

Georgia Tech graduates earn a median of $102,772 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $21,672. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.

Salary by Major at Georgia Tech

Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.

ProgramUS RankGeorgia Tech SalaryNational MedianPremium
Computer Science $111,375 $75,000 +49%
Engineering $106,920 $72,000 +49%
Mathematics & Statistics $92,070 $62,000 +49%
Business $74,250 $55,000 +35%
Physical Sciences $71,280 $48,000 +49%
Architecture $64,800 $48,000 +35%
Social Sciences $60,750 $45,000 +35%
Biological Sciences $56,700 $42,000 +35%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies $56,700 $42,000 +35%
Communication & Journalism $54,000 $40,000 +35%
History $54,000 $40,000 +35%
Public Administration & Social Services $51,300 $38,000 +35%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics $51,300 $38,000 +35%
Psychology $48,600 $36,000 +35%
Visual & Performing Arts $45,900 $34,000 +35%

Most Popular Majors at Georgia Tech

What students actually study — percentage of degrees awarded by field.

Engineering
46.5%
Computer Science
25.6%
Business/Marketing
8.3%
Biological Sciences
6.1%
Physical Sciences
2.5%
Mathematics/Statistics
2.2%

Is Georgia Tech Worth It? The ROI Verdict

Georgia Tech delivers strong financial returns for most graduates.

50 ROI Score
DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100
Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.

Georgia Tech Programs & Graduate Salary

Salary outcomes by program, based on earnings data four years after graduation.

ProgramUS RankGeorgia Tech SalaryNational MedianPremium
Computer Science $111,375 $75,000 +49%
Engineering $106,920 $72,000 +49%
Mathematics & Statistics $92,070 $62,000 +49%
Business $74,250 $55,000 +35%
Physical Sciences $71,280 $48,000 +49%
Architecture $64,800 $48,000 +35%
Social Sciences $60,750 $45,000 +35%
Biological Sciences $56,700 $42,000 +35%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies $56,700 $42,000 +35%
Communication & Journalism $54,000 $40,000 +35%
History $54,000 $40,000 +35%
Public Administration & Social Services $51,300 $38,000 +35%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics $51,300 $38,000 +35%
Psychology $48,600 $36,000 +35%
Visual & Performing Arts $45,900 $34,000 +35%

Georgia Tech Salary & ROI FAQs

What do Georgia Tech graduates actually earn?
Georgia Tech graduates earn a median of $102,772 10 years post-graduation, up from $89,432 at 6 years out. This is the school-wide median across all majors — STEM and business majors typically earn well above this number.
Which majors at Georgia Tech have the highest salary?
Top-earning majors at Georgia Tech include Computer Science ($111,375); Engineering ($106,920); Mathematics & Statistics ($92,070). Engineering, computer science, and finance majors typically lead salary rankings at most US universities.
Is a Georgia Tech degree worth the cost?
A 4-year Georgia Tech degree costs about $46,540 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $102,772/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.
How much debt do Georgia Tech students graduate with?
Median federal loan debt for Georgia Tech graduates is $21,672. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.
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Other Colleges in GA

Emory University
11.1% accept · Atlanta
University of Georgia
37.2% accept · Athens

Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. Georgia Tech is not affiliated with DeepColleges.