Founded in 1785
As the birthplace of public higher education in America, the University of Georgia is inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs, researchers, and informed citizens who will change the world. For over 240 years, UGA has been engaged in a mission of leadership and service to our state.
A land-grant and sea-grant university, the University of Georgia is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Its motto, “to teach, to serve, and to inquire into the nature of things,” reflects the University’s integral role in the state and nation’s intellectual, cultural, and environmental heritage.
#19
Top Public University
(USNWR, 2027)
75%
Increase in R&D Expenditures since 2015
90%
of UGA students graduate within 6 years
Research & Collaboration
The University of Georgia is making extraordinary leaps in research and development thanks to strategic faculty hires and facility investments. We have increased R&D expenditures by more than 75% since 2015, surpassing $654 million dollars in R&D spending in FY25.
Since 2013, UGA has added nearly 200 endowed positions, and we currently have 18 Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholars in strategically important fields.
International Recognition
UGA had back-to-back Rhodes Scholars in 2023 and 2024 for the fourth time in our institution’s history. The University now ranks third among all public institutions in producing Rhodes Scholars over the past 30 years.
For the last four years, UGA has been recognized as a Top Producer of student Fulbright scholars. In 2026, UGA also was the nation’s top producer of Boren Scholars, with 18 undergraduate students selected for the award.
Our world-class faculty are also making waves on an international scale, from winning a MacArthur “Genius Grant” to securing dozens of multi-million-dollar awards to advance their research.
Experiential Learning
At the University of Georgia, high-impact, real-world opportunities are fundamental to undergraduate learning. That’s why we have offered approximately $9.3 million in student scholarships since the Experiential Learning initiative launched in 2016. In 2023, President Morehead committed an additional $1 million toward experiential learning scholarships.
Our Impact
Every year the University demonstrates new achievements in research, service, and academic advancements. Learn how our impact is touching the lives of people worldwide.
