SAT University Admissions Guide

University of Georgia

Also known as: University of Georgia, UGA, Georgia, the Dawgs, Georgia Bulldogs

Public school in Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Founded in 1785, UGA is the oldest state-chartered university in the United States, enrolling over 40,600 students across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Classified as R1: Doctoral University – Very High Research Activity and a member of the Association of American Universities, UGA operates its 762-acre main campus in Athens as well as satellite campuses in Griffin, Tifton, Atlanta, and Lawrenceville. Its alumni include Rhodes Scholars, Grammy and Emmy winners, and Olympic medalists.

flagship university

land-grant

research oriented

public ivy

SAT Scores are required

This university has a test-required policy.

First-year applicants must submit SAT or ACT scores from exams taken and requested by October 15; UGA does not require the SAT/ACT essay and considers scores holistically without minimum thresholds beyond those set by the University System of Georgia.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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Athens State University

Athens, Alabama, United States of America

Athens State University is an upper‑division public institution dedicated solely to degree completion for transfer students.

Athens Technical College

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Athens Technical College (Athens Tech) is a public technical college in Athens, Georgia, offering certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees across multiple campuses.

Ohio University

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Ohio University is a public research university in Athens, Ohio, classified as an R1 institution and practicing a test‑optional admissions pathway for freshman applicants to its Athens campus.

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Athens, Tennessee, United States of America

Tennessee Wesleyan University (TWU) is a private Methodist liberal arts university in Athens, Tennessee, founded in 1857.

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Athens, Attica, Greece

The oldest and one of the most prestigious universities in Greece, offering a vast range of programs in sciences, humanities, law, and medicine.

National Technical University of Athens

Athens, Attica, Greece

Greece's most prestigious and competitive institution for science and engineering, often referred to as the Athens Polytechnic.

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