GT Accounts for Incoming Students
This page describes the accounts used by people accepted for admission to Georgia Tech as an undergraduate or graduate student. If you’ve confirmed that you’re going to attend Georgia Tech, you should read this page.
Once the application is received from applicants, a GT Account username is created for them as explained on our page GT Accounts for Applicants.
They need to use passport.gatech.edu/activation/select-affiliation to claim their GT Account and set their initial password. Upon acceptance and confirmation, the incoming students will use their GT Accounts for Duo 2FA enrollment, GT Email Access, GT Wi-Fi Access, Course Registration, Advisor Scheduling, and almost all other services as their first semester approaches.
Campus Services you can access with your GT Account
Passport – passport.gatech.edu/
Passport is Georgia Tech’s Self-Service Account Management system provided by the Office of Information Technology (OIT). Log in to this website to manage your GT Account, change your password, set up password hints and Two-Factor Authentication.
Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – oit.gatech.edu/two-factor-authentication
Georgia Tech requires you to use Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) while accessing campus services and systems. 2FA is an extra layer of security that requires you to have two different account verification methods. This makes it harder for unauthorized users to access your account, keeping your account safe from cyber compromise. We encourage students to set up 2FA for their Georgia Tech Account using passport.gatech.edu/two-factor as soon as possible.
Georgia Tech Email – mail.gatech.edu
Microsoft Outlook is the official campus email, calendar and contacts service operated by OIT.
Georgia Tech Wi-Fi – lawn.gatech.edu
Eduroam is the primary wireless network available on Georgia Tech campus, provided by OIT. Information about access, coverage and configuration is available on the LAWN (Local Area Walkup & Wireless Network) website. To set up Wi-Fi on your devices, visit the Georgia Tech Wi-Fi Onboarding website.
ServiceNow Support – services.gatech.edu
Administrative Services Center (ASC) provides technology support to students, including GT Account/password/Duo 2FA support, GT Email, software installations, OS support, network connectivity, and malware removal.
OSCAR – oscar.gatech.edu
OSCAR (Online Student Computer Assisted Registration) is Georgia Tech’s self-service portal for the student information system which helps you manage your course registration, financial aid, grades, transcripts and other student services.
Academic Advising – advising.gatech.edu
All Georgia Tech undergraduate students are assigned an academic advisor in their major. Use this website to find your Advisor and schedule an appointment with them.
BuzzPort – buzzport.gatech.edu
BuzzPort is a campus portal that provides Georgia Tech students with easy access to a wide range of campus services and resources, including email, calendars, class schedules, registration tools, course information, and more.
Canvas – canvas.gatech.edu
Canvas is the Digital Learning platform for Georgia Tech students that can be used to access course materials, view grades and feedback, and communicate with your instructors and classmates.
BuzzCard – buzzcard.gatech.edu
BuzzCard is the official ID for Georgia Tech students. It allows you to access buildings, check out books from the library, use your meal plan and access campus services like printing, vending machines, laundry facilities, and parking.
Library – library.gatech.edu
Georgia Tech Library offers online resources to students, including books, media, articles, journals, and more.
Computer Labs and Clusters – library.gatech.edu/clough
Computer labs and clusters are available for Georgia Tech students in the Library and Student Center. The Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons (CULC) is a key part of the Georgia Tech Library and offers a variety of spaces and resources for students, including classrooms, labs, academic services and student commons areas.
Software Center – software.oit.gatech.edu
OIT’s online software portal for Georgia Tech students offering access to free or deeply-discounted academic and research software, Adobe, Microsoft Office, etc.
VPN – vpn.gatech.edu
GlobalProtect is a virtual private network (VPN) solution that provides you a secure remote connection to Georgia Tech’s network and their applications and services.
Need Help?
For technical assistance, contact the Administrative Services Center (ASC) Technology Support at 404-385-1111 or via email at support@oit.gatech.edu.