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Concerned about the cost of college? ³Ô¹Ïtv has a broad range of financial aid opportunities and experts to assist and answer your questions. Explore your options, and learn the steps to apply.

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³Ô¹Ïtv Scholarships

³Ô¹Ïtv Scholarships are ³Ô¹Ïtv Foundation funded scholarships awarded, in part, on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. Review individual scholarships for additional eligibility criteria. Complete an appropriate year’s and the to determine eligibility (after Grizzly Orientation).

    ³Ô¹Ïtv Top Honors Scholarship

    Who: new first-year students accepted to ³Ô¹Ïtv prior to Dec. 1 (awarded fall semester only) 
    Value: $1,000/year
    Application: No application required

    Limited number of scholarships are awarded by committee prior to Dec. 1.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Accepted to ³Ô¹Ïtv by Dec. 1
    • Minimum of 3.5 high school core GPA  
    • Admitted into Honors Program
    • Priority given to early applicants

    Renewal

    • Up to 4 years (automatic for those who meet requirements)
    • Maintained cumulative 3.5 ³Ô¹Ïtv GPA
    • Continuous full-time enrollment with successful completion of a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year (excluding summer semester)
    • Continuous full-time enrollment; registered for minimum 12 credit hours per semester (excluding summer semester)
    • Participation in the Honors Program
    • Renewal evaluation after each spring semester (up to 4 years from initial award)
    • Attendance at annual scholarship recognition event

    ³Ô¹Ïtv Top Honors Transfer Scholarship

    Who: New transfer students accepted to ³Ô¹Ïtv prior to Dec. 1 (awarded fall semester only)   
    Value: $1,000/year
    Application: No application required

    Limited number of scholarships are awarded by committee prior to Dec. 1.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Minimum of 3.5 transfer GPA
    • Minimum 30 / maximum 60 college transfer credits
    • Accepted to ³Ô¹Ïtv by Dec. 1 for priority consideration 
    • Admitted into Honors Program
    • Priority given to early applicants

    Renewal

    • Up to 3 years (automatic for those who meet requirements)
    • Maintained cumulative 3.5 ³Ô¹Ïtv GPA
    • Continuous full-time enrollment with successful completion of a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year (excluding summer semester)
    • Continuous full-time enrollment; registered for minimum 12 credit hours per semester (excluding summer semester)
    • Participation in the Honors Program
    • Renewal evaluation after each spring semester (up to 3 years from initial award)
    • Attendance at annual scholarship recognition event

    Presidential Academic Out-of-State Award

    Who: New first-year out-of-state students  
    Value: In-state tuition rate
    Application: No application required

    Limited number of scholarships are awarded at time of acceptance to ³Ô¹Ïtv.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Minimum of 3.0 core high school or transfer GPA
    • Transfer GPA of 3.0 based on all attempted college credit
    • Admitted to ³Ô¹Ïtv as out-of-state student
    • Completed admission application by May 1 (for Fall) or Dec. 1 (for Spring)
    • Provided proof of lawful presence as outlined by the University System of Georgia
    • Permanent address outside of the state of Georgia
    • Maximum one waiver awarded per student
    • Priority given to early applicants

    Renewal

    • Up to 4 years (automatic for those who meet requirements)
    • Maintained cumulative 3.0 ³Ô¹Ïtv GPA
    • Continuous full-time enrollment with successful completion of a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year (excluding summer semester)
    • Renewal evaluation after each spring semester (up to 4 years from initial award)

    ³Ô¹Ïtv Aspirational Grant

    Who: New first-year students  
    Value: $1,000 / year
    Application: No application required

    Limited number of scholarships are awarded after successful completion of 15 credits at ³Ô¹Ïtv with a 3.0 GPA.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Minimum of 3.0 core high school GPA
    • Admitted to ³Ô¹Ïtv
    • Priority given to early applicants

    Renewal

    • Up to 3.5 years (automatic for those who meet requirements)
    • Maintained cumulative 3.25 ³Ô¹Ïtv GPA
    • Continuous full-time enrollment with successful completion of a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year (excluding summer semester)
    • Renewal evaluation after each spring semester (up to 4 years from initial award)
    • Attendance at annual scholarship recognition event

    Merit-based Scholarships

    Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, volunteer services and financial need. They are designed to reward, encourage and assist students pursuing academic excellence and leadership. Awarded scholarships do not need to be repaid, but may have specific criteria for you to remain eligible (i.e., grade point average, major, etc.). Complete the appropriate year’s  to determine your financial eligibility.

      HOPE Scholarship and Zell Miller Scholarship

      The HOPE Scholarship and Zell Miller Scholarship are merit-based scholarship programs with specific academic and grade point average eligibility requirements. The  administers these programs.

      Students must complete a current-year  or the  to apply for either scholarship. For additional details on HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships, visit  to view program regulations and eligibility criteria.

      Grants

      Grants are awarded to students who demonstrate a financial need and do not have to be repaid. Complete the appropriate year’s  to determine your financial eligibility.

        Federal Pell Grant

        The Federal Pell Grant is a federally funded program that provides need-based grants to undergraduate students earning their first bachelor's degree. Review information about the  and complete an appropriate year’s  to determine your eligibility. Students receiving the Federal Pell Grant may also be eligible for other types of financial aid.

        Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

        FSEOG is a federally funded program that provides need-based grants to undergraduate students earning their first bachelor's degree. Review information about  and complete an appropriate year’s  to determine your eligibility. Students receiving the FSEOG may also be eligible for other types of financial aid.

        Steps to Apply for Scholarships and Grants

        1. Go to .
        2. Log in using your .
        3. Begin and complete the current-year FAFSA.
        4. List ³Ô¹Ïtv's Federal School Code of 041429, OR
        5. Complete a Ìý²¹³ÙÌý to be considered for HOPE scholarship funds only.

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