How to Apply for Scholarships
Research Eligibility
Review requirements for each scholarship program
Gather Documents
Prepare tax returns, proof of residency, and school records
Apply to GAAA
Complete GAAA pre-registration to confirm your spot
Submit Scholarship Applications
Apply to qualifying scholarship programs
Follow Up
Respond promptly to any requests for additional information
Available Georgia Scholarships
Georgia GOAL Scholarship
Georgia's largest Student Scholarship Organization (SSO) providing tuition scholarships for eligible K-12 students to attend participating private schools. Funded through Georgia's Education Expense Tax Credit program.
Eligibility Requirements
- Georgia resident
- Prior public school attendance (6 weeks) OR entering Pre-K4/K/1st grade
- Financial need based on family size and income
- Student cannot receive both GOAL and Georgia Promise scholarships
Application Period: Rolling admissions
Georgia Promise Scholarship
New program (SB 233) providing up to $6,500 per year for eligible students from low-performing school zones. Covers private school tuition, textbooks, tutoring, and therapy services.
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled in GA public school for 2 consecutive semesters OR rising kindergartner
- Reside in 25% lowest-performing public school attendance zone
- Parent resided in GA for at least 1 year
- Priority for families at/below 400% Federal Poverty Level
Application Period: March 1-31, May 1-31 application windows
Georgia Special Needs Scholarship
SB10/SB47 program for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) or qualifying 504 Plans to attend participating private schools with scholarship funding.
Eligibility Requirements
- Active IEP or qualifying 504 Plan
- Attended Georgia public school previous year
- Parent is Georgia resident for 1+ years
- Waivers available for military families and foster/adopted children
Application Period: Year-round eligibility
Georgia Student Scholarship Organization
Additional SSO facilitating scholarship applications for Georgia private schools through the tax credit program. Works with partner schools to award need-based scholarships.
Eligibility Requirements
- Georgia resident seeking private school education
- Meet eligibility requirements similar to GOAL
- Financial need consideration
Application Period: Rolling admissions
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