MS in Industrial Design

Georgia Institute of Technology (United States) · North Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30332, United States

About University:

The Georgia Institute of Technology, commonly referred to as Georgia Tech or, in the state of Georgia, as Tech, is a public research university and institute of technology in Atlanta, Georgia. It is part of the University System of Georgia and has satellite campuses in Savannah, Georgia; Metz, France; Athlone, Ireland; Shenzhen, China; and Singapore.

The school was founded in 1885 as the Georgia School of Technology as part of Reconstruction plans to build an industrial economy in the post-Civil War Southern United States. Initially, it offered only a degree in mechanical engineering. By 1901, its curriculum had expanded to include electrical, civil, and chemical engineering. In 1948, the school changed its name to reflect its evolution from a trade school to a larger and more capable technical institute and research university. Today, Georgia Tech is organized into six colleges and contains about 31 departments/units, with emphasis on science and technology. It is well recognized for its degree programs in computer science and engineering.

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About University:

The Georgia Institute of Technology, commonly referred to as Georgia Tech or, in the state of Georgia, as Tech, is a public research university and institute of technology in Atlanta, Georgia. It is part of the University System of Georgia and has satellite campuses in Savannah, Georgia; Metz, France; Athlone, Ireland; Shenzhen, China; and Singapore.

The school was founded in 1885 as the Georgia School of Technology as part of Reconstruction plans to build an industrial economy in the post-Civil War Southern United States. Initially, it offered only a degree in mechanical engineering. By 1901, its curriculum had expanded to include electrical, civil, and chemical engineering. In 1948, the school changed its name to reflect its evolution from a trade school to a larger and more capable technical institute and research university. Today, Georgia Tech is organized into six colleges and contains about 31 departments/units, with emphasis on science and technology. It is well recognized for its degree programs in computer science and engineering.

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

College of Design

Degree

MS

Duration

2 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Industrial Design

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 20000

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 18500

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 37700

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

IELTS

7

TOEFL

100

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  • Credential Evaluation

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    For International Applicants only : If you completed your education outside of the United States, we highly recommend using one of the three Georgia Tech approved credential evaluation services: IEE, Educational Perspectives, and The Evaluation Company

  • Degree Transcript

    Common Document

    You must submit academic credentials/documents (transcripts, marksheet, or diploma supplement) in the native language and provide an English translation by an official translation agency, unless your institution issues academic credentials/documents in English.

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

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    Three letters of recommendation are required. These can come from a combination of academic and professional contacts.

  • Personal Statement

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    Describe your academic/professional motivation for applying to this Master's program. Tell us why you want to pursue your graduate education at Georgia Tech. How do you envision your career progressing after earning this degree? If applicable, explain discrepancies or weaknesses on your record, such as employment gaps, low grades, missing letters of recommendations from recent supervisors, unusual work experience or career paths, and additional challenges you would like the admissions team to know.

  • Portfolio

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    **Main Tips:** Even if you don't have a design background, your portfolio can be very strong and competitive if you focus on showcasing your work and strengths in a compelling way. Highlight the knowledge and skills that are the basis of your application to the master program. Use good visuals even if not developed by you, but are part of the project you are trying to highlight. Just be sure to provide proper credit and make the role you played in the project clear. Focus your message on what you contributed and your **strategies, reflections, successes. Be deliberate with the information you provide. Show that you can simplify information, while still being effective, compelling, and resourceful. Portfolio in PDF format

  • Resume

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    Please upload your resume or CV in pdf or word format.

  • Test Score Report

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    TOEFL/IELTS

  • Test Score Report

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    GRE (Optional)

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