The Graduate School at Georgia College & State University

Thank you to the City of Savannah, Georgia and Dr. Jennifer Blalock, Officer, Organizational Development, for partnering with us for a Graduate & Professional Pop-Up Campus! In collaboration with the School of Continuing & Professional Studies, we had the opportunity to bring GCSU graduate programs, continuing education offerings, and our mobile health unit directly to the City of Savannah government employees at the Floyd Adams Jr. City Services Center.

We appreciate the City of Savannah's commitment to investing in employee growth, leadership development, and well-being. Partnerships like these help us extend the impact of our graduate and continuing education program beyond campus and across Georgia. Go Bobcats!

🎓Today, we proudly celebrate the accomplishments of our students at one of two commencement ceremonies. Earning a graduate degree requires dedication, resilience, intellectual curiosity, and countless hours of hard work. Our graduates have balanced research, professional responsibilities, and personal commitments while pursuing academic excellence, and today, we honor all they have achieved.

The Graduate School congratulates each of our graduates on this remarkable milestone. We are proud of your perseverance, inspired by your achievements, and excited to see the impact you will make in your professions, communities, and beyond. Congratulations, Class of 2026! Go Bobcats! 🎉

🔔 Exciting News! We are proud to announce our new graduate degree program, Master of Science in AI Strategy.

This innovative program is designed to equip individuals from any background with skills to harness the power of emerging technology in any business or industry. Designed for working professionals, the 30 credit hour program is offered fully online and can be completed in one year on a full-time enrollment plan. The program also offers optional in-person experiences and study abroad opportunities. This program launches in fall 2026.

💻 Browse the curriculum and apply at, https://www.gcsu.edu/business/gradbusiness/ai-strategy-ms

The Office of Graduate Admissions had a fantastic New Graduate Student Orientation this past weekend. With over 100 new graduate students in attendance, the incoming students got a high energy and engaging introduction to the GCSU community. They connected with campus services and graduate faculty across accounting, athletic training, education, and nursing–getting a strong start on their academic journey with us. We're excited to see all they'll accomplish this year!

We kicked off Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week with a fantastic drop-in breakfast for our graduate students! It was great to see so many graduate student faces, including Dr. Kerry Evans, Graduate Coordinator, Creative Writing, starting the day with great breakfast food, conversation, and community.

A special shout out to our Graduate Assistant, Jonathan (MAcc), who helped serve up a great bite to get everyone going and start the day of right! We're excited for the rest of the week ahead!

This week, we’re proud to celebrate our incredible graduate students during Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week (April 13–17)! 🎉

Their dedication, resilience, and contributions to research, teaching, and our campus community do not go unnoticed. Our graduate students are an essential part of what makes our institution thrive. Happy Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week, GCSU Graduate Students!

We're proud to congratulate Stephanie McDade, Graduate Admissions Specialist, on being recognized by the GCSU "I Caught You Caring" program. Mrs. McDade was recognized for providing exceptional service and contributions to the GCSU Community by faculty and staff.

Mrs. McDade is an invaluable member of the Office of Graduate Admissions and The Graduate School. She consistently demonstrates dedication, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to student success. Through her work supporting prospective graduate students as they navigate the graduate admissions process, she always makes a meaningful impact.

Congratulations, Mrs. McDade, and thank you for all that you do!

Thunder wants you to know, tomorrow is the last day to apply to The Graduate School at GCSU for FREE!

If you've been considering taking the next step in your academic or professional journey, this is a great time to apply without the barrier of the application fee. Whether you're looking to advance your career, pivot into a new field, or deepen your expertise, graduate school can open those doors.

Take a moment to submit your application or encourage someone in your network whose been thinking about it. Use the special application fee waiver code, APPLY4FREE, to submit your application by April 1, 2026.

Georgia College & State University ranks among the BEST ONLINE PROGRAMS IN THE STATE!

🎓 #1 Online Master's of Science in Nursing
🎓 #1 Online Master's in Criminal Justice
🎓 #4 Online MBA Program
🎓 #5 Online Master's in Education

Whether you're in Georgia or across the country, we're here to connect with you in-person and virtually to answer your questions. Now’s the perfect time to apply! We’re offering a graduate application fee waiver for Summer and Fall 2026 enrollment—just use the code APPLY4FREE when you apply.

Explore our many graduate programs at: https://www.gcsu.edu/gradadmissions

💡Getting a head start on your future has never been easier! This Summer 2026, take the next step toward your graduate degree goals with our graduate application fee waiver, APPLY4FREE, through April 1, 2026.

Summer is the perfect time to begin: smaller class sizes, focused coursework, and the opportunity to build momentum before the fall semester. View our many graduate program offerings at the link below, apply now for free, and get ahead!

Graduate Education is Different Here: https://www.gcsu.edu/gradadmissions