University of Georgia
About
Founded in 1785 as the nation’s first state-chartered public university, the University of Georgia is a top-tier flagship institution renowned for standout programs in business (Terry College), journalism and media (Grady College), and public and international affairs. Undergraduates benefit from a distinctive university-wide experiential learning requirement that guarantees hands-on research, internships, or study abroad before graduation. Campus life is defined by intense school spirit centered around championship SEC athletics, a thriving Greek community, and the dynamic cultural backdrop of downtown Athens, widely celebrated as one of America’s quintessential college music towns.
Wikipedia:The University of Georgia is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Athens, Georgia, United States. Chartered in 1785, it is the first state-chartered public university in the United States. It is the flagship school of the University System of Georgia.
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Essay Requirements
University of Georgia accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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