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Georgia Promise Scholarship

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Signed into law in 2024, through Senate Bill 233, the Georgia Promise Scholarship Program is aimed to empower families to pursue exceptional educational programs through nonpublic schooling, including private school and home study. Should eligible families choose to leave public school (or forgo attending as a new kindergartener) to participate, the Georgia Promise Scholarship will allow families to use funds for private school tuition and fees, required textbooks, tutoring services, curriculum, physician/therapist services, transportation services, and other approved expenses.

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Frequently Asked Question

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What is the scholarship amount?

For the first year of the program (2025/2026), the amount is set by law at a maximum of $6,500.

When will scholarship funding be available?

The initial funding of approved student accounts will be on or after July 1, 2025.

Where do I apply?

You can apply online here.

Who can I contact about the Georgia Promise Scholarship Program?

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Scientific Definition

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The Georgia Promise scholarship is an education choice program. The program will provide eligible students with the opportunity to use public funds for non-public education expenses in grades kindergarten through 12th grade. Eligible uses include private school tuition, tutoring services, and other qualified education expenses.

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Who is eligible to apply for the Georgia Promise Scholarship?

A student who has been enrolled in a Georgia public school for two consecutive semesters, OR is a rising kindergarten student, AND:

Resides in a Georgia public school attendance zone on the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement’s list of the 25% lower performing public schools based on cumulative individual school ratings.

Parent has resided in Georgia for 1+ year (with exception of active-duty military) per GESA updated rules and regulations approach.

What are eligible uses of the scholarship?

Scholarship funds may be used for the following qualified education expenses:

  • Tuition, fees, required textbooks, curriculum, and supplemental materials approved by the Georgia Education Savings Authority
  • Tutoring services provided by an educator certified by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission
  • Services from a physician or licensed therapist for occupational, behavioral, physical, or speech-language therapies, and others
  • Transportation from/to a service provider (up to $500 per year)
  • Additional expenses authorized by the Georgia Education Savings Authority

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