About the school

Terry College of Business has come a long way in imparting state-of-the-art business education since 1912. The institute offers several differentiated master's degrees, multiple MBA courses, and eight PhD study areas. The challenging syllabus, outstanding faculty, and solid alumni network pave the right path for Terry students to become leaders in their respective disciplines and communities. The Terry College of Business aims to educate and inspire future leaders. The institute follows up on its mission statement by teaching, researching, and servicing. The institute promises to provide innovative and market-leading programmes to mentor future leaders. Thus, the institute believes it contributes to the intellectual and economic development of the state, nation, and world. The college has earned credibility by continuously receiving accreditation from AACSB International since 1926.

Location of the School

The Terry College of Commerce is located in the heart of the University of Georgia's picturesque Athens campus.

Life at Terry College of Business

Athens is a small town that attracts and captivates people from diverse backgrounds with its charm. Students benefit from the several amenities that Athens offers. Despite being small, Athens offers all the amenities a big city can provide. Athens provides all the essentials for art-loving students, music lovers, foodies, and sports enthusiasts. Students can hike hundreds of miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains or go kayaking and fishing. Athens is an outstanding destination for those who love to wander in the wild. There's no limit to what a student can do in this location. The city provides 40 miles of natural areas, forested hiking tracks, and a four-mile mountain biking route. Students can jog along the 12-mile paved multi-use trails that connect the park system to the university and downtown city area.

Additional Benefits of Studying at Terry College of Business

-The campus features Benn Capital Market Labs, imitating the New York Stock Exchange, which students use as a learning lab -Students can join several student clubs that have similar interests and develop their network with fellow students -Students can network with 75,000+ alumni worldwide -The Terry College of Business faculty engages students with real-world scenarios, helping them develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills -The college claims about 95% of students get employed within three months after passing out -Students can earn a monthly stipend for working 13 hours per week at the Terry College of Business. -Scholarships are awarded to students who perform outstandingly

Admissions criteria

Students must meet the following requirements and submit the mentioned documents during admission:

-Two years of professional work experience after graduation after procuring a bachelor's degree -A business resume limited to one page -Letters of recommendation from professionals -Unofficial copies of the applicant's transcript from each institution attended -Self-reported GMAT or GRE scores -Two essays (optional) -One video essay (optional) -Application fee to be paid online during application submission -Fee information can be found on the university website

Guidance for international applicants

-Academic records in the form of certified copies of students' academic records from the institutions of higher learning attended -A certified translation is essential if records are not in English -Applicant must submit a four-year bachelor's degree, a three-year bachelor's plus a master's degree, or a three-year bachelor's plus completion of the first year of a master's programme from a recognised university -TOEFL score: 100, IELTS: 7 -Applicants are to reveal their proof of funding and relevant documents for visa appointment at the US consulate -Proof of student's degree, e.g., a certificate -International applicants must apply during the first three rounds -Fees information can be found on the university website

Job placements

Terry College promises success to its students through support in job search, interviews, and overboard. The college either offers jobs for open vacancies available to students or helps them find the right employer. Students get multiple opportunities to work while they study at UGA. -Students can earn college funding through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) programme, a federal university-based initiative, by working part-time on or off-campus - The University also offers temporary job positions to UGA students and helps them with their resumes