Are you an ISyE major at Georgia Tech? If so, a major update is coming to your daily routine. Just steps from Rambler, a new engineering hub is rising in Tech Square. George Tower will house the top-ranked H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering and give students access to upgraded classrooms, labs and study areas.
In this guide, you’ll learn what the building includes, how it will improve student life and why living at Rambler keeps you closer to everything happening in Tech Square. As campus continues to evolve, staying near the action makes each day simpler, faster and more connected.
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What Is George Tower at Georgia Tech?
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Now rising at the corner of 5th and Spring Street, George Tower anchors Tech Square’s Phase 3 expansion, a major project that continues to grow Georgia Tech’s innovation ecosystem. The 18-story building covers more than 416,000 square feet and honors alumni Penny and William “Bill” George.
Although the project is still under construction, the tower opens in Fall 2026 for the 2026–2027 academic year. Once it opens, ISyE students will move into classrooms, study spaces and research areas designed specifically for modern engineering work.
What’s Inside George Tower for Students?
Photo rendering of George Tower’s lobby
Photo rendering of George Tower’s lobby
Active Learning Classrooms
The classrooms inside George Tower move far beyond the traditional lecture layout. Each room includes flexible seating, advanced technology and layouts that support both group and individual learning. As a result, students can shift easily between discussion, presentations and project work.
Cutting-Edge Research Labs
In addition to classroom space, the building offers high-tech research labs. These labs give students and faculty room to test ideas, analyze data and work on projects that solve real-world problems. Since ISyE covers a wide range of industries, these labs encourage hands-on experiences that match career paths in analytics, logistics, operations, manufacturing and more.
Study Spaces for Every Need
Throughout the tower, students will find quiet nooks for focus as well as larger areas for teamwork. Because study habits vary throughout the day, the building includes a mix of options to support exam prep, homework sessions and group meetings.
Bringing Students and Programs Together
Photo rendering of ISyE Academic Office
Photo rendering of ISyE Reception Area
Photo rendering of Physical Internet Center
George Tower connects to the neighboring Scheller Tower through a shared elevator, and both buildings sit beside a busy outdoor plaza. Thanks to this setup, students from different programs will cross paths often. This layout encourages collaboration and helps create a more unified Georgia Tech experience.
The Porch: George Tower’s Most Social Space
Photo rendering of “The Porch”
Photo rendering of “The Porch”
At ground level, students will find The Porch, one of the most inviting features of the building. Inspired by classic Southern architecture, this indoor-outdoor zone includes large kinetic doors that open fully to the plaza. Because of this design, The Porch becomes a natural gathering spot for coffee breaks, quick conversations, and community events.
Live Closer to What Matters
When your schedule fills up with classes, labs and meetings, location matters more than ever. Rambler sits near Tech Square, which means residents can walk to George Tower in just a few minutes.
As Tech Square keeps expanding, living nearby becomes not just convenient but strategic. You stay close to new opportunities, new community spaces, and the evolving center of Georgia Tech’s academic activity.
If you want to learn how Rambler fits into your routine, or if you’re ready to explore living options, contact our team!
