Dr. Surya Kalidindi

Professor

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Biography

Surya Kalidindi is a Professor in the School of Materials Science and Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He has a distinguished academic background, having obtained his Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1992, specializing in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Mechanics of Materials. His research interests are broadly focused on the design of material internal structures to achieve optimal performance for selected applications. This includes identifying hybrid processing routes for manufacturing, employing a harmonious blend of experimental, theoretical, and numerical approaches in his research. He is a member and fellow of several prestigious organizations such as the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, the American Society of Metals International, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and the Minerals, Metals & Materials Society.

Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.