Office of the President

The demand for a University of Georgia education continues to soar, with the institution receiving nearly 48,000 applications for the Class of 2029. This represents an increase of roughly 5,000 applications from last year’s record and highlights the extraordinary momentum we are experiencing as one of America’s top public research universities.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the University of Georgia’s College of Public Health. During the past two decades, the College has become a national leader in the areas of aging, disaster preparedness, evidence-based practice, global infectious disease, and workplace health thanks to the groundbreaking research and outreach efforts of its faculty, staff, and students.

It is a privilege to share with you the 2025 State of the University Address, titled “The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The address showcases the University of Georgia’s unwavering commitment to student success, our devotion to serving the public good, and our leadership in tackling grand challenges through novel research and strategic partnerships.

As one of the first land-grant institutions in the nation, the University of Georgia has long set the standard for public service and outreach.  In recent years, we have successfully built on this reputation, reaching new heights of excellence as we improve the quality of life in our home state and beyond.