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Quick Georgia Promise Application Overview

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 This article is intended for families interested in applying for the Georgia Promise Scholarship.


Step 1: Check the Application Period

The scholarship has specific application periods set by the Georgia Education Savings Authority each year.

  • These dates are published by December 15 for the following year.
     
  • Please click here to view all the application windows and access other important family resources. 
     
  • Be sure to apply within the designated window to be considered. You may apply at any point during the window; priority is not given based on when you apply

 

Step 2: Complete the Application

  • Go here to find the official application portal during application period.
     
    • The Georgia Promise Scholarship student application windows for the 2026/27 academic year can be viewed here. 
       

  • Fill out all required fields, providing accurate information about the student and parent or guardian.

     

Step 3: Submit Required Documents

You will need to prove eligibility. Here’s what you may be asked to provide:

  • Proof of Georgia residency: you will be required to upload either a Georgia issued driver's license or state ID. Additionally, you will need to upload one of the following: utility bill (gas, water, or electric), mortgage statement, deed, or lease agreement.
     
  • If you are Active Duty Military transferring into the state of Georgia, you will be required to upload a copy of your active duty orders and a valid Driver's License.
     
  • Proof of Income: you will be required to upload your most recent federal 1040 or 1040 EZ tax form.
    • Additional Approved Income Docs:
      • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
      • Medicaid
      • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
      • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
      • Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
         
  • School enrollment records: you may be required to upload proof of public school attendance during the 2025-2026 academic year such as report cards or attendance reports. This will not be required for kindergarten students.
     
  • Make sure to upload clear copies of all documents


 

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