Georgia

Georgia is a great study destination for international graduate students. Georgia has 32 private universities and 34 state universities. Georgia's universities and colleges have a long heritage; the oldest university was established in 1785. Georgian universities and colleges are particularly strong in the fields of biomedical and health sciences.

All universities and colleges, state and private have to be part of a higher education system accredited by the State. This ensures that all students who study here will be getting a first-rate education recognised the world over. The Georgia Board of Regents monitors higher education and set goals and policies for all universities and colleges in the State. Georgia's universities and colleges have gained international recognition in the medical field and have received many rewards for their achievements.

Things to do in Georgia

Georgia has so much to offer international students. The extensive network of rivers that run through Georgia present many opportunities for water sports. Alternatively, Georgia offers hiking, cycling, and driving trails. These trails offer an excellent opportunity to experience the beautiful scenery of Georgia. You can explore Georgia from the mountains or the coast and from the scenic highways and byways. Get out and about and soak up the history, nature and charismatic culture that make Georgia a unique place to be. If you’re interested in American sports, you won’t be disappointed. Baseball, hockey, American football, soccer, basketball and more are all played here.

Georgia boasts an affordable cost of living in beautiful surroundings.

Georgia's metropolitan scene is buzzing with life. Atlanta is Georgia's main city offering a fast-pace environment with friendly, welcoming people. There are many interesting bars and clubs to choose from whatever your music tastes. Atlanta's shopping district is one of a kind with every shop imaginable from massive department stores to small boutiques.

On a hot summer day, what better way to relax than to visit one of Georgia's cocktail pubs? Popular with young professionals, these venues offer a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Be sure to try a traditional southern beverage, a mint julip, which cools you right down. Georgia has an abundance of things to do; it’s up to you to take advantage!

Living in Georgia

Georgia offers inexpensive housing in good neighbourhoods. Many people are migrating to Georgia for this very reason. As an international student, you should easily find very economically priced houses and apartments.

Georgia is located on the eastern shore line of the United States of America. Due to its location, Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with high temperature summers and slightly cooler winters. Since Georgia is on the coast it doesn't experience long amounts of humidity everyday.