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Fall 2026 Application Now Open!

Apply online today and take your first step toward becoming a Hurricane. Undergraduates apply for free!

Fall 2026 Application Now Open!

Apply online today and take your first step toward becoming a Hurricane. Undergraduates apply for free!

Welcome to Georgia Southwestern State University, home of the Hurricanes! At GSW, we offer a vibrant campus life, challenging academic programs, and a close-knit community that’s driven by innovation and tradition. Whether you're ready to pursue your passion, build lifelong friendships, or become a part of something bigger, GSW provides the tools and support you need to succeed.

We would love to meet and welcome you to our beautiful campus! From walking down Hello Walk to planning how you will decorate your future room and even interacting with faculty, staff, and current students, our Preview Days will give you a glimpse of the GSW experience. Join the Hurricanes family and discover how we’re shaping the future, one student at a time!

Online Applications

Undergraduate Application

Graduate Application

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Tuition & Eligibility Waivers

Admissions Deadlines

SAT and/or ACT scores are optional for admission! We encourage you to submit official scores for placement purposes and scholarship awards.

SAT/ACT Application Fee Waiver

Paper applications are required when submitting an SAT/ACT application fee waiver. Students must submit the paper application and completed waiver together. 

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Contact

Office of Recruitment and Admissions

Canes Central

229-928-1273
1-800-338-0082 toll free
admissions@gsw.edu

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Take Tomorrow by Storm

Dr. Michelle Johnston

My favorite thing about GSW is how much our professors and staff value student success. Our professors truly go above and beyond to make themselves accessible to students and provide so much guidance for students beyond the classroom.

Kaliyah Jordan Accounting '25
Ellaville, Georgia

I chose to attend GSW because of that small-town feel. We have such a tight-knit community, no matter where you go on campus you will always run into somebody you know. I never feel alone, and I always know there are people that are there for me when I need them.

Amir Middleton Pre-Human Resource Management
McDonough, Georgia

The relationships built, the opportunities afforded, and the hands-on experiences at GSW have not only made the journey worthwhile, but they have also equipped me with the knowledge and skills I need to succeed.

Avondre'a "Dre'a" Singleton Psychology & Exercise Science '25
Columbus, Georgia

When I was looking for schools to play baseball at, GSW was my first option. When I came to visit, I fell in love with the school and the competitive environment here. GSW was the first school that was super serious about me. I had a lot of respect for that, so I have given my all to be everything this place thought I could be.

Carsen Plumadore Master of Business Administration (MBA) '25
Flowery Branch, Georgia

Dr. Cook genuinely cares about her students and will go the extra mile to ensure that they are on the right track. This was particularly special to me because I am a first-generation student that had little idea about what it was like to be in college, and she made that experience much more comfortable for me.

Sophia Aparicio-Malacara Information Technology '25
Americus, Georgia