What better place to study the social and cultural consequences of innovation than at a world-renowned technological university?
Georgia Tech’s Bachelor of Science in History, Technology, and Society (HTS) prepares you to address the most pressing questions of our time: How do digital tools redefine education? How do energy transitions alter our global environment? How do social movements begin, and how does technology accelerate their impact?
At the School of History and Sociology, we believe that understanding the past is the only way to navigate the complexities of the modern world. Our students explore how politics, power, and inequality intersect with science and medicine, developing the critical insights needed to advocate for social justice and sustainable change.
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4:1 Student-Faculty Ratio
Enjoy the personalized mentorship of a small liberal arts college within a major technical university.
Research Opportunity
Every HTS student completes an original senior thesis through our specialized research seminar.
Flexible Curriculum
With 18 free elective hours, HTS majors can pursue specialized certificates or double majors without extending their graduation timeline.
Top 10 Career ROI
Ivan Allen College graduates consistently out-earn liberal arts peers through a tech-forward education.
Beyond the Classroom
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Global and Research Opportunities
Cultivate a global perspective through faculty-led study abroad programs or join the Research Option to work alongside faculty on original inquiries.
Whether through the International Plan or local service-learning projects, HTS provides the context to connect with the world around you.
Internships and Professional Development
Gain hands-on experience through our extensive internship database, where you can pursue roles for course credit or paid opportunities.
An internship can allow you to test-drive career paths in Atlanta’s vibrant professional ecosystem before you graduate.
Transferring into HTS
Whether you are moving from another university or changing your major within Georgia Tech, the transition to HTS is designed to be straightforward.
Internal Transfers: Most students can switch to HTS as late as their junior year without losing credits, thanks to our high number of elective hours.
External Transfers: Students joining from other institutions can typically complete their degree requirements within three years of arrival.
Building Your Career Path
HTS graduates are trained professionals who can navigate complex technical and social landscapes. Our alumni leverage their skills as adept researchers and speakers to excel in virtually every industry:
Professional Services: Our graduates are frequently found in law, medicine, and education, where deep analytical thinking is paramount.
Business and Innovation: From marketing and human resources to strategic consulting, HTS majors provide the social context that drives business success.
Public Leadership: Many alumni serve in government administration, intelligence services, museum management, and public policy.
The Ivan Allen Advantage
Ivan Allen College graduates consistently out-earn liberal arts peers because they combine the best of both worlds: strong ethical foundations and technical fluency.
Take the next step in your journey toward becoming an expert who understands not just how the world works, but why it works the way it does.
With more than 8,000 alumni in 65 countries, the Ivan Allen College community connects you to a network of support around the globe.
Contact Us or Apply Today!
Allen Hyde — Director of Undergraduate Studies — allen.hyde@hsoc.gatech.edu
Sonya Boadu — Academic Program Manager — boadu_sonya@hsoc.gatech.edu