Georgia State to UGA transfer numbers are not published as a single annual figure

The University of Georgia does not release a public count of how many students transfer in from Georgia State University specifically. UGA reports total transfer admissions each year — usually between 1,500 and 2,000 students across all sources — but does not break that down by sending institution in its public data.

Georgia State also does not publish how many of its students transfer to UGA as a separate statistic. Both universities track internal transfer data for their own planning, but neither makes institution-to-institution transfer flows a matter of public record the way they do freshman admission numbers.

What you can find is the total number of transfers UGA admits each year, the general admission standards for transfers, and the process Georgia State students follow to move to UGA. That information is stable and public, even if the specific Georgia State-to-UGA pipeline count is not.

Key Takeaways

  • UGA admits between 1,500 and 2,000 transfer students per year from all sources combined, but does not publish how many come from Georgia State specifically.
  • Georgia State students transferring to UGA must have completed at least 30 credit hours and typically need a minimum 2.5 GPA, though competitive programs require higher.
  • UGA's transfer admission process runs year-round, and students can explore through the regular process portal using their Georgia State transcripts.
  • The number of Georgia State students who transfer to UGA varies by year and by major, and neither university publishes these breakdowns publicly.

Where to find UGA's total transfer admission numbers

UGA publishes an Institutional Research report each year that includes total transfer admissions. This report is available on UGA's Office of Institutional Research and Planning website. The most recent reports show that UGA admits somewhere between 1,500 and 2,000 transfer students annually, though the exact number shifts based on enrollment demand and available capacity in each major.

These numbers include transfers from Georgia State, other University System of Georgia schools, community colleges, private colleges, and out-of-state institutions. The report does not separate them by source school. If you need the exact transfer admission total for a specific year, the Office of Institutional Research can provide it, but you will need to contact them directly — the public summary does not always include that level of detail.

Why individual transfer routes are not tracked publicly

Universities track transfer patterns internally for enrollment management — they need to know which feeder schools send the most students, which majors those students choose, and how well they perform. But they do not publish these numbers because the data can shift significantly year to year based on program availability, tuition changes, and individual student circumstances.

Publishing a number like "150 Georgia State students transferred to UGA last year" would create a false sense of consistency. The actual number might be 120 one year and 180 the next, and neither university wants to manage expectations based on a single data point. For that reason, both institutions keep transfer-by-source data internal.

What Georgia State students need to transfer to UGA

Georgia State students who want to transfer to UGA must meet UGA's transfer admission standards. The baseline requirement is 30 completed credit hours and a minimum 2.5 GPA. However, competitive majors — engineering, business, nursing, and others — often require a 3.0 GPA or higher, and some programs have additional prerequisites.

You will need your Georgia State transcript, which UGA will request directly from Georgia State's registrar once you submit your process. You do not need to order it yourself. If you have taken courses at other institutions as well, you will need transcripts from those schools too. UGA evaluates your entire academic record, not just your Georgia State coursework.

The process itself goes through UGA's regular transfer process portal. There is no separate Georgia State pathway — you explore the same way a student from any other school would. The process fee is the same, and the timeline is the same: UGA reviews transfer applications year-round and makes decisions on a rolling basis.

How to check if your major has additional transfer requirements

Some UGA colleges and schools have their own transfer standards beyond the university minimum. The College of Engineering, the Terry College of Business, and the College of Nursing all have higher GPA requirements and sometimes require specific prerequisite courses to be completed before transfer.

The easiest way to find out what your major requires is to visit the UGA admissions website, find your intended college, and look for the transfer admission requirements section. Most colleges list this clearly. If you cannot find it, you can email the college's advising office directly — they handle transfer questions regularly and can tell you exactly what you need.

The transfer process timeline and decision process

UGA accepts transfer applications year-round, but most students explore in the fall or spring. Applications submitted in fall are typically reviewed within four to six weeks. Spring applications may take longer because the university is managing both spring and summer enrollment simultaneously.

Once you submit your process, UGA's admissions office pulls your transcript from Georgia State and reviews your academic record. If you meet the minimum standards for your major, you will receive a decision. Admitted students are usually given a start date — either the following spring semester or the following fall, depending on when you applied and when space is available in your major.

What happens to your Georgia State credits at UGA

Credits you completed at Georgia State will transfer to UGA as long as they are college-level courses with a grade of C or higher. UGA uses the Georgia Transfer Articulation Agreement, which means most general education and lower-level courses transfer directly and count toward your UGA degree.

However, some courses may transfer as elective credit rather than counting toward a specific requirement. This depends on your major and which courses you took. Before you transfer, you can request a transfer credit evaluation from UGA's admissions office — they will tell you exactly which Georgia State courses will count toward your degree and which will count as electives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to finish my general education at Georgia State before transferring to UGA?

No, but it helps. If you complete Georgia State's general education requirements, they transfer directly to UGA under the articulation agreement. If you transfer with incomplete general education, you will finish those requirements at UGA, which may delay your graduation. Many students complete at least 30 to 45 credit hours at Georgia State before transferring to may support their credits count efficiently.

What GPA do I need to transfer to UGA from Georgia State?

The minimum is 2.5 GPA, but competitive majors require 3.0 or higher. Engineering, business, and nursing typically require 3.0 or above. Check your specific major's requirements on the UGA admissions website or contact the college directly, because standards vary.

Can I transfer to UGA mid-year or only in the fall?

You can transfer in either spring or fall. UGA accepts transfer applications year-round and reviews them on a rolling basis. Spring transfers are possible, though some majors may have limited spring enrollment. Check with your intended college to see if spring admission is available for your program.

Will my Georgia State degree count toward anything at UGA?

No. If you transfer before earning your Georgia State degree, you do not receive a degree from Georgia State — you straightforward transfer your credits. If you already have a Georgia State degree, UGA will still evaluate your transcript, but you will be starting fresh toward a UGA degree. Your Georgia State degree does not reduce the credits you need at UGA.

How do I know if UGA will accept my Georgia State credits?

Request a transfer credit evaluation from UGA's admissions office before you explore. They will review your transcript and tell you which courses transfer and how they count. This takes a few days and gives you a clear picture of where you stand before you submit your process.