The Georgia Institute of Technology is a leading public research university committed to advancing technology and improving the human condition. Founded in 1885, the Institute combines rigorous academics with a culture of innovation, service, and global impact. More than 53,000 students from all 50 states and over 146 countries study here, preparing to shape industries and strengthen communities. Georgia Tech provides a technologically focused education in six colleges and 29 schools concentrating on business, computing, design, engineering, liberal arts, and sciences.