Financial Aid
List of Georgia's Technical Colleges
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Georgia HOPE Grant
Colleges within the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) participate in the Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally (HOPE) Grant Program sponsored by the Georgia Lottery for Education. Georgia residents seeking a diploma or certificate at a TCSG college may be eligible for the HOPE Grant. The HOPE Grant will cover the tuition and mandatory fees (registration, student activity, and insurance). HOPE Grant recipients receive a book allowance valued at $100 for fulltime enrollment or $50 for part-time enrollment. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for information on application procedures and eligibility requirements.
Georgia HOPE Scholarship
Colleges within the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) participate in the Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally (HOPE) Scholarship Program sponsored by the Georgia Lottery for Education. Georgia residents who graduated from high school in 1993 or later with a “B” average or Georgia residents with at least 45 attempted quarter college hours that will transfer into the specific AAT or AAS degree (30 semester hours) and a cumulative 3.0 GPA are eligible for HOPE Scholarship as degree-seeking students. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for information on application procedures and eligibility requirements.
The HOPE program (which does not need to be paid back) covers tuition, mandatory fees, and provides a quarterly book allowance. Students do not have to be enrolled full-time to receive HOPE Grant or HOPE Scholarship.
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Pell Grant is based on the financial need of the student. Students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using their tax returns for the previous year, and those of their parents if required, in order to apply for Pell. Students may complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA must be completed each year to ensure the continued receipt of the Federal Pell Grant. The application should be completed well in advance of the registration date.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
FSEOG is a need-based grant administered by the federal government. This grant requires students apply using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and only students with the most financial need are eligible. Funds are limited for FSEOG. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for additional information.
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Grant
LEAP is a need-based grant offered by the State of Georgia. Students apply using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Funds are very limited for LEAP so only students with the most financial need are eligible.
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program
The Federal Work Study (FWS) Program allows provides jobs for students demonstrating financial need. Through FWS, students are allowed to earn money to help pay for educational expenses while attending school. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for FWS. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for more information on the application procedures and eligibility requirements.
Veterans’ Benefits
Veterans and dependents of veterans are sometimes eligible for assistance through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. In order to be certified, the student must complete the "Request for Educational Benefits" form and provide the college’s Certifying Official with a copy of the VA eligibility letter. Certification is processed based on credit hours.
Veterans are encouraged to apply for other financial aid assistance. Veterans may receive financial aid in addition to the Veteran’s Educational Benefits. Students may contact the VA Regional Office in Atlanta, Georgia at 1-888-442-4551 or visit the VA website at www.gibill.va.gov for more information.
HOPE GED Vouchers
Georgia residents who earned a GED in the State of Georgia after June 30, 1993 may be eligible to receive a one-time $500 HOPE GED award. The award can be used toward tuition, fees, books, and other education-related costs. The GED award is in addition to any HOPE Grant, HOPE Scholarship, or other aid for which a student may qualify. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for more information on the process for awarding a HOPE GED award.
HERO Scholarship
The Georgia Helping Education Reservists and their Offspring (HERO) Scholarship Program provides educational assistance to members of the Georgia National Guard and United States military reservists who have served in combat zones on or after May 3, 2005 or the children of these members. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for more information on the application procedures and eligibility requirements.
Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grants
The Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grant is available to Georgia residents who are dependent children of Georgia law enforcement officers, prison guards, or fire fighters who were permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty. Grants of $2,000 per academic year are awarded. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for more information on the application procedures and eligibility requirements.
Public Safety Memorial Grant
The Public Safety Memorial Grant is available to the son or daughter of any Georgia law enforcement officer, fire fighter, EMT, corrections officer or prison guard who was permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty. This program is funded by the Georgia Lottery for Education and covers the Cost of Attendance at a Georgia public post-secondary institution, minus other gift aid received, including the Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grant. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for more information on the application procedures and eligibility requirements.
Miscellaneous Scholarships
The local TCSG colleges receive scholarship postings from outside agencies from time to time. Students should consult the Office of Financial Aid at the local TCSG colleges for more information on scholarship opportunities.Please contact the Financial Aid Office at the technical college you are interested in attending for information specific to that college.
