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Federal and State Programs If you have questions, please call us at 1-706-865-2134. |
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Grant and Scholarships |
Am I Eligible? |
State and Federal Assistance |
How do I apply |
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Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant |
Yes, if a Georgia resident taking a full course load. (12 credit hours per semester.) |
$350 per semester, up to $700 per academic year |
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HOPE Scholarship |
Yes, if a legal resident of Georgia. Graduated from an accredited GA high school in 1996 or later with a 3.3 GPA. Student must be enrolled at least 1/2 time. Final eligibility is determined by the state. |
Full-time enrollment |
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Federal Pell Grant |
Yes, if a U.S. citizen with established need and enrolled in an approved program. |
Awards up to $5,550 per year |
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) |
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Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) |
Yes, if a U.S. citizen with established need. Because of limited funds, this program usually aids students with extreme financial need. |
Awards range from $100 to $2,000 per year |
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) |
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Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan |
Yes, if a student enrolls half-time. Federal Government pays interest while student is in school. Repayment begins six months after student carries less than half-time load. |
Amounts up to $3,500 for first-year students; $4,500 for sophomore students; $5,500 for juniors and seniors. |
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid and loan application. |
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Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan |
Yes, if a student is enrolled at least half-time. Federal Government does not pay interest while student is in school. Repayment of principal and interest begins six months after student carries less than half-time load. |
Amounts of $3,500 to $7,500 for first-year students; $4,500 to $8,500 for sophomore students; $8,500 to $12,500 for juniors and seniors. |
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid and loan application. |
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PLUS Loan (Parent Loan) |
Yes, loans to parent of dependent student who enrolls at least half-time. Parent pays interest while student is in school. |
Amount based on cost of education minus financial aid |
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid and PLUS loan application. |
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Federal College Work-Study Program |
Yes, if student is a U.S. citizen with established need and enrolled in an approved program. Part-time work on and off campus in offices, library, etc. |
Current minimum wage. Student paid twice monthly after successful completion of work |
File Free Application for Federal Student Aid and TMC Application for Student Employment |
