Georgia HOPE Grant(s)

Georgia HOPE Grants

If you’re a Georgia resident, you may qualify for financial aid for college through the HOPE Grant or the HOPE Career Grant. These grants are separate from the HOPE Scholarship and provide funding for students pursuing technical certificates or diplomas at eligible Georgia colleges and universities.

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HOPE GRANT

This grant helps Georgia residents pay for tuition who’s working toward a certificate or diploma at an eligible college or university in Georgia. Unlike the HOPE Scholarship, it does not require a specific high school GPA.

No high school GPA requirement, but students must maintain a 2.0 college GPA at certain checkpoints to continue receiving funds

HOPE CAREER GRANT

This grant is available to students who qualify for the HOPE Grant and enroll in high-demand career programs that align with Georgia’s workforce needs. These industries have been identified as strategically important to the state’s economic growth.

Students eligible for other HOPE funding are eligible for the Career Grant if also enrolled in any of the high-demand career programs.

Eligibility

Meet HOPE’s U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements;
Legal resident of Georgia
Meet enrollment requirements
In compliance with Selective Service registration requirements
Meet academic achievement standards
In good standing on all student loans or other financial aid programs
In compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990
Have not exceeded the maximum award limits for any HOPE program
Do not already hold a bachelor’s degree

How Do I Apply?

Applying for the HOPE Grant is easy, and students have two options:

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – This option may also qualify you for additional financial aid. OR
Submit the Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP) online – This application is specifically for state financial aid programs like HOPE.

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When do I apply?

The deadline to apply is the last day of the school term or your withdrawal date, whichever comes first.However, it’s recommended to apply as early as possible to ensure funds are processed and credited to your account in time.

Eligible Colleges and Universities

2-and-4 Year Colleges

Atlanta Metropolitan State College

Columbus State University

Dalton State College
Middle Georgia State University

Technical Colleges

Albany Technical College
Athens Technical College
Atlanta Technical College
Augusta Technical College
Central Georgia Technical College
Chattahoochee Technical College
Coastal Pines Technical College
Columbus Technical College

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Gwinnett Technical College
Lanier Technical College
North Georgia Technical College
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Ogeechee Technical College

Savannah Technical College
South Georgia Technical College
Southeastern Technical College
Southern Crescent Technical College
Southern Regional Technical College
West Georgia Technical College
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College