HOPE Grant and Scholarship

HOPE (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally)

The HOPE Program, funded by the Georgia Lottery for Education, is a unique program that rewards students with financial assistance in degree, diploma, and certificate programs. If eligible, students may receive financial assistance for tuition, mandatory fees, and a book allowance.

HOPE Grant Qualifications (for Diploma and Certificate programs)

Must be a legal resident of Georgia for 12 months prior to receiving HOPE Award.
Must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Must not be in default on Federal Title IV aid or owe a refund on Federal Title IV aid.
Must maintain a quarterly and cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Must be registered with the Selective Service Board (males only).
Students are eligible for HOPE Grant payment for a maximum of 95 quarter hours.

HOPE Scholarship Qualifications (for Associate Degree programs)

Must be a legal resident of Georgia for 12 months prior to receiving HOPE Award.
Must be a 1993 or later graduate of an eligible Georgia high school.
Must have a high school cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 for college preparatory curriculum or cumulative 3.2 in other curricula.
Must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Must not be in default on Federal Title IV aid or owe a refund on Federal Title IV aid.
Must maintain a quarterly and cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 and a 3.0 cumulative GPA at the following credit hour increments - 45,90,135, and at the end of every spring quarter.
Must be registered with the Selective Service Board (males only)
Eligible students may receive the scholarship for up to 190 credit hours.

HOPE Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students (for Associate Degree programs)

You may be eligible for the HOPE Scholarship after attempting 45 credit hours, if you have earned a 3.0 GPA.

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