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What the 2025 Alumni Attitude Survey Reveals About Georgia Tech Alumni

By: Sharita Hanley | Categories: Alumni Interest

Every five years, the Alumni Association conducts an Alumni Attitude Survey to better understand alumni’s connections to the Institute and each other. to better understand alumni’s connections to the Institute and each other.

Your responses reveal your hopes for Tech’s future and guide the programs, services, and experiences created for you.

The 2025 survey, which included 3,068 participants, reveals who you are and what matters most.

Survey Snapshot

92% of alumni would recommend Georgia Tech to prospective students
62% of alumni feel connected to the Institute

Top Traits: How You Describe Yourself

Hardworking (53%)
Analytical (44%)
Smart (31%)
Self-motivated (31%)
Resilient (27%)
Innovative (22%)

*Percentages don't add up to 100% because each trait was measured independently.

Top Requests: What You Want

More invitations to Georgia Tech activities
More invitations to alumni activities
More information about benefits and services

Top Influences: What Shapes Your Opinions Most

Value of degree
Georgia Teach rankings
History and traditions
Alumni accomplishments

Help Strengthen The Swarm

With more than 220,000 living alumni, it’s clear: Yellow Jackets are everywhere.

More than 89% reside in the U.S., with the majority living in Georgia. Local alumni activities take place largely when alumni step up to host them.

This map reflects the locations of Yellow Jackets and alumni-hosted events in 2025. International hosts are welcome. More than 25 international alumni gatherings were held in 2025. When alumni, like you, take the lead, the Georgia Tech community grows stronger.