When searching for scholarships in Georgia, of course it’s crucial to consider your academic profile and interests to find opportunities that may be a good fit. However, many students often overlook the abundance of scholarship opportunities that are at their fingertips based on a wide variety of additional factors, including where you live!
If you’re a resident of Georgia, or even just attend college in Georgia, you’re in luck, because there are hundreds of great scholarships and financial aid resources for you to take advantage of. Keep reading to get the 4-1-1 on all things Georgia scholarships.
Enrollment in the University System of Georgia (which is composed of 26 higher education institutions) hit an all-time high in Fall 2024, with nearly 365,000 students across its campuses.
As of late, the University System extended test optional admissions to students for the 2025-2026 academic year, a trend which is persisting across various colleges and universities throughout the country as a result of academic and testing interruptions from COVID.
According to the USG website, "Georgia is one of only three states with two or more institutions in the U.S. News 2021 Top 20 Public National Universities. Georgia Tech is ranked No. 10 on the list and the University of Georgia is No. 16."
Students interested in learning more about higher education opportunities within the state of Georgia should visit usg.edu, which contains a multitude of resources to help students narrow down school options based on in-depth profiles on each institution, along with "student outcomes" for each.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31
While our quarterly scholarship is not exclusive to Illinois students, it’s a great no-essay scholarship to apply for in addition to the scholarships on this list! Open to high school, college, and graduate students of all years. DACA students are also encouraged to apply.
Amount: $25,000
Deadline: Monthly
Details: This monthly scholarship is open to all college students! Just fill out one simple registration form.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: Monthly
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors as all undergraduate students
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
Eligibility: Open to current undergraduates pursuing a manufacturing career and matriculating in engineering related courses at four-year colleges and universities within the United States or Canada. Minimum 3.5 GPA.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 1
Eligibility: Open to all Georgia high school seniors that have or will graduate from a Georgia Public High School and plan to attend a College or University in Georgia and major in teaching/education.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: February 8
Eligibility: Open to Georgia and South Carolina students attending accredited four-year colleges and universities in the United States. Can be a current high school senior or college student.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: February 25
Eligibility: Open to all high school and college students (attending four-year institutions) whose primary residence is one of the 17 counties in Georgia served by Flint Energies. Students of any major or intended major may apply.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
Eligibility: Open to students majoring in print journalism at Georgia colleges and universities.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students who are residents of Georgia. Minimum “B” average required. Students with the greatest financial need will be prioritized.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
Eligibility: Open to non-traditional female students (at least 25 years old) with financial need who are enrolled as an undergraduate student, pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. Preference will be given to students who currently reside in and attend post-secondary schools in the Central Georgia region.
PS - for other Central Georgia scholarships of all shapes and sizes, check out the Community Foundation of Central Georgia!
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 20
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors and current college students. Must be a US citizen, permanent resident, or student with DACA/undocumented status.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 14
Eligibility: Open to Georgia students who are current college seniors or already graduate students pursuing master’s degrees in library science.
Amount: Varies (pays the difference between your HOPE award and your tuition)
Deadline: October 30
Eligibility: Open to Georgia students who are HOPE scholarship recipients currently attending a USG or TCSG institution. Preference will be given to students who are Black, Hispanic, and Asian, as well as to students who attend HBCUs or who are first-generation.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: December 1
Eligibility: Open to qualified undergraduate mechanical or architectural engineering students attending a post-secondary educational institution within the geographic boundaries of ASHRAE Region IV (North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia) or who has graduated from a high school in Region IV (North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia).
Amount: $5,000 per year (4 years max)
Deadline: November 5
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors in New York, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, and Colorado who are planning to attend four-year accredited institutions. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA and an annual household income of no greater than $70,000 for a family of four.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: Varies
Eligibility: Open to Georgia students who are preparing for a career in engineering or engineering technology.
Above, we’ve touched on some great Georgia scholarships sponsored by companies and private organizations, but let’s not forget to cover the important financial aid websites and resources offered by the state to prospective and current students alike!