What high school courses does Georgia Tech expect for engineering applicants?

For Georgia Tech engineering applicants, the strongest high school schedule usually includes the most rigorous math and science available at your school.

In practice, that means 4 years of math through calculus if possible, plus 4 years of science with physics and chemistry. For engineering, calculus and physics matter a lot, so having both before you apply is especially helpful.

A competitive course pattern would look something like this: math each year, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, precalculus, and ideally AP Calculus AB or BC, IB Math, or dual enrollment calculus. In science, Georgia Tech wants the standard college-prep sequence, but engineering applicants are best positioned with biology, chemistry, and physics, plus an advanced science if available.

For the rest of your schedule, aim for 4 years of English, 3 to 4 years of social studies, and at least 2 years of the same world language. If your school offers advanced engineering-related electives like computer science, AP Computer Science, engineering design, robotics, or advanced lab sciences, those can strengthen your preparation too.

For senior year, the safest choice is to continue with a challenging lineup rather than easing up. If you have not taken calculus yet, senior-year calculus is very important. If you have not taken physics, senior-year physics is also a smart move, and calculus-based or AP Physics can be especially relevant if your background supports it.