This science and technology-focused learning institute with satellite campuses in Savannah, Georgia; Metz, France; Athlone, Ireland; Shanghai, China and Singapore is renowned for its deeply-held commitment to improving the human condition, and consistently ranks among the top ten research universities in the United States. Athletics, both organized and intramural, are an important part of student and alumni life; Georgia Tech’s intercollegiate competitive sports teams, the four-time national champion Yellow Jackets, and the nationally recognized fight song “Ramblin’ Wreck from Georgia Tech”, have helped keep GT in the national spotlight. Prospective students designing a well-rounded Georgia getaway will want to be sure to allocate a few hours of their exciting itinerary to schedule a visit to the beautiful 400 acre main campus of this prominent public research university conveniently located in Midtown Atlanta – a lush green refuge in the middle of the busy, booming center of the Peach State’s capital city. Georgia Tech offers a variety of options for potential students to learn about the campus: freshman or academically focused sessions and tours, fabulous overnight visitation programs and exciting open house days are all possibilities. Come well-prepared – 60-minute guided tours happen rain or shine; bring your list of important questions to ask and remember to wear comfortable shoes. A variety of dining options tender prospective students plenty of opportunities to refuel during this crucial exploration; stop by the Barnes and Noble at Georgia Tech for some Yellow Jacket loot – then go, enjoy sunny Atlanta!