The Survey Research Center at the UGA School of Public and International Affairs is a nationally recognized polling operation committed to excellence in survey research and public policy analysis. Our dedication to non-partisan, accurate, and timely data collection ensures that we remain a vital resource for understanding the political and policy landscape of Georgia. Whether you are a policymaker, researcher, student, or engaged citizen, the SRC provides the insights and data necessary to navigate and comprehend the complexities of public opinion and policy in Georgia. 

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In addition to conducting its own statewide polls relating to Georgia politics and policy, the SRC also performs contract work for academic researchers, corporations, and non-profits. In conjunction with the Carl Vinson Institute of Government it performs work for state and local government entities. The SRC does not conduct surveys for political parties, candidates, political action committees, or campaigns.

Our clients include organizations such as the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Association of Realtors, Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, Jackson EMC, Georgia Power, Georgia Watch, and Georgia Secretary of State.

Additionally, we conduct our own surveys related to Georgia politics and policy and make these findings publicly available. This transparency fosters an informed citizenry and aids in the democratic process by providing clear, unbiased data on public opinion.

The SRC utilizes a variety of methodologies to ensure comprehensive and accurate data collection. We conduct live-interviewer telephone surveys and online surveys, including text-to-web methods, to reach a broad and diverse audience. This multi-modal approach ensures that we capture a representative sample of Georgia’s population, providing reliable insights.

Student engagement is a cornerstone of our operations. Through courses like Survey Research Methods (POLS 4157R) and participation in survey research experiments conducted by the SRC, students gain hands-on experience in the field of survey research. This practical experience equips them with valuable skills and knowledge, preparing them for careers in public policy, research, and beyond.

The impact of our work extends beyond academia and into the broader media landscape. Our research has been cited by numerous prestigious media outlets, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, New York Times, Politico, MSNBC, Fox News, The Hill, AP News, GPB, WSB, Axios, Politico, and Newsweek. These citations highlight the trust and credibility that our data commands within the media and the broader public discourse.

2025 Polls

• AJC Legislative Survey
• AJC Spring Survey

2024 Polls

• AJC Legislative Survey
• SPIA Post-Election Survey of Georgia Voters
• AJC General Election-I
• AJC General Election-II
• AJC General Election-III
• AJC General Election-IV
• SPIA Survey of Alabama CD-1 Republican Primary
• Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce SPLOST Survey
• Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Spring Survey
• Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Summer Survey
• Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Survey

2023 Polls

• AJC Legislative Survey
• Georgia Watch Survey
• Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Survey
• SPIA 2024 Georgia Republican Presidential Primary Survey
• AJC 2024 Georgia Republican Presidential Primary Survey
• AJC Early Look 2024 General Election Survey

2022 Polls

• AJC Republican Primary Survey
• AJC Pre-Legislative Survey
• Forsyth Chamber of Commerce TSPLOST Survey-I
• Forsyth Chamber of Commerce TSPLOST Survey-II
• SPIA GOP Primary Survey
• Georgia Power Survey-I
• Georgia Power Survey-II
• Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Survey
• AJC General Election Survey-I
• AJC General Election Survey-II
• AJC General Election Survey-III
• Georgia News Collaborative General Election Survey
• Georgia News Collaborative General Election Survey of Hispanic Voters
• SPIA Post-Election Survey of Georgia Voters

2021 Polls

• SPIA Georgia Election Reform Survey
• SPIA Energy and Climate Survey
• Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Survey
• Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Transportation Survey
• AJC Spring Survey
• AJC Pre-Legislative Survey
• AJC Atlanta Mayoral Survey-I
• AJC Atlanta Mayoral Survey-II
• AJC Atlanta Mayoral Runoff Survey
• AJC Pre-Legislative Survey

2020 Polls

• AJC Democratic Primary Survey
• AJC General Election Survey-I
• AJC General Election Survey-II
• SPIA General Election Survey
• Georgia Secretary of State Post-Election Survey
• Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Survey
• AJC Pre-Legislative Survey
• SPIA Coronavirus Response Survey-I
• SPIA Coronavirus Response Survey-II
• SPIA Spring Survey
•  SPIA 2020 Early Outlook General Election Survey

2018 Polls

• AJC Pre-Legislative Poll
• Camden County Spaceport Survey
• AJC Democratic Primary Poll
• AJC Republican Primary Poll
• AJC Republican Primary Runoff Poll
• UGA School of Public Health SHAPE Survey
• AJC General Election Poll-I
• Forsyth County SPLOST Survey
• AJC General Election Poll-II
• AJC General Election Poll-III

2017 Polls

• Hurricane Evacuation Survey
• Forsyth County SPLOST Survey

2016 Polls

• Georgia Chamber of Commerce Spring Survey
• Georgia Chamber of Commerce Fall Survey

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