Transforming Tomorrow by Powering Excellence, Cultivating Connection:

Scheller’s Path to Becoming the World’s Most Connected Business School

At the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, we are committed to attracting the best and brightest students and faculty from around the globe, united in our mission to transform the future of business.

Our vision is to become the world’s most interdisciplinary and connected business school, providing students with the opportunities, mentorship, facilities, and global network to thrive well beyond graduation.

Ranked among the top 20 business schools in the U.S., Scheller stands out for its unique position within a world-renowned technological institution. Through rich, interdisciplinary connections, students gain unparalleled access to resources, expertise, and opportunities, from startup collaborations to cutting-edge research in AI, sustainability, and fintech.

Strategically located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta’s Tech Square, Scheller is embedded in a dynamic ecosystem of corporate leaders, startups, and nonprofits. These partnerships provide students with the chance to apply creativity and critical thinking to real-world business challenges. Our curriculum is continuously evolving to reflect the needs of the ever-changing business world, ensuring that graduates are ready to adapt and excel.

By forging and deepening connections both on campus and in the community, we cultivate an environment where innovation thrives and lasting impact is made. As we seek to make Scheller even more distinguished and distinguishable, these connections will be pivotal in building our global reputation—not just for excellence, but for the vibrancy and invaluable contributions that Scheller brings to the business world.

Our goal is to ensure that deserving students—particularly those from low- and limited-income backgrounds—can access the transformative power of a Scheller education.

Why It Matters:

• Experiential learning is central to student success

• We must increase access and reduce financial barriers

Giving Opportunities:

• 10 need-based undergraduate scholarships: $300K each (endowed)

• Support for co-curricular programming tied to new centers and minors: $375K

By the Numbers:

• $8K: Average unmet financial need (in-state undergrads)

• $13K: Average unmet financial need (out-of-state undergrads)

• $1M+: Total annual undergraduate unmet need

Faculty Recruitment and Retention: Investing in Scholars Who Shape the Future

Faculty are the cornerstone of a Scheller education. They serve as connectors between students, research, business, and society.

Yet, nearly 10% of our faculty receive external offers each year. Losing even one productive faculty member can drop our research rankings by 10 points and ripple across mentorship and academic continuity. To recruit and retain the most soughtafter teacher-scholars in business education, we must invest in their success with the resources and recognition they deserve.

Why It Matters:

• Faculty excellence directly impacts rankings and student outcomes

• Named awards are our strongest tool for retaining top faculty

• Leadership in research and teaching sets Scheller apart

Giving Opportunities:

• 5 endowed professorships: $1M each

• 10 annual research awards: $150K ($50K/year over 3 years) or $1.5M endowed

Building Infrastructure: Creating Space to Learn, Connect, and Grow

Physical space is the foundation for connection, collaboration, and innovation. Scheller’s new spaces will enhance learning, support growth, and meet the needs of an evolving student body.

We recently launched our first fully online graduate degree. With new global education classrooms, we can now extend our reach, serving learners across the country and around the world. This is also a game-changer for corporate partners, enabling us to offer hybrid executive education and custom programming for distributed teams.

Why It Matters:

• Expands student access through hybrid and online delivery

• Supports corporate engagement and lifelong learning

• Enhances collaboration and community across Scheller

Giving Opportunities:

• Global classrooms: $400K+ each

• Finance floor: $3.5 - $5M

• Outdoor plaza: $1M+

• 70-person classrooms: $250K+

• Student huddle rooms: $100K+