Georgia Promise Scholarships of up to $6,500 for Eligible K-12 Students
Thanks to Georgia’s new Promise Scholarship, families whose children are currently attending low-performing schools can access more education options. Families who meet the eligibility requirements can receive up to $6,500 in state funding to cover costs for private schools and other educational expenses. Applications are only open for a short time.
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Promise Scholarship FAQs
When does the program start?
The program will begin in the 2025-2026 school year. The first round of applications will open in March 2025.
Who runs the program?
A new organization called the Georgia Education Savings Authority will administer the program. It will keep track of funds, make sure there are no conflicts of interest, and monitor regular student testing. It will operate under the Georgia Student Finance Commission. Additionally, the program stipulates that a “parent review committee” will be established to review expenditures.
How will parents apply?
Parents will apply through an online application from the Georgia Education Savings Authority. See more details at mygeorgiapromise.org.
What are the eligibility requirements?
To participate in the program, students must meet the following criteria:
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Georgia Residency: The student’s parent must reside in Georgia and have been a Georgia resident for at least one year. This residency requirement is waived if the parent is an active duty military service member stationed in Georgia within the previous year.
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Public School Enrollment: The student must be currently enrolled and have been continuously enrolled in a Georgia public school for at least two consecutive enrollment counts, which are taken each March and October. An exception is made for children eligible to enroll in kindergarten.
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School Zone Residence: Eligibility only extends to students residing in the attendance zones of schools performing in the bottom 25% academically, according to a statewide ranking produced by the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement.
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Family Income Limit: There is no income limit unless the program cannot fund all applicants. In that case, the program will prioritize students already in the program and students whose family income does not exceed 400% of the federal poverty level, which in 2024 equals $103,280 for a family of three or $124,800 for a family of four.
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Non-participation in Other Programs: The student cannot also receive the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship or funds from a student scholarship organization while participating in this program.
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Parental Agreement: The parent must agree to provide education in specific subjects, not to enroll the student in a public school while participating, and to use account funds only for qualified education expenses.
How much money will each student receive?
The state will provide up to $6,500 per school year to each student in the program. The amount could increase in future years.
What can the scholarship be used for?
Parents can use the funds to afford the education option best suited for their child. Approved expenses include:
- Tuition and Related Costs: Payments for tuition, fees, and required textbooks for core courses and Career Technical Agricultural and Education (CTAE) courses at eligible schools, community colleges, postsecondary institutions or online programs.
- Tutoring Services: Costs for tutoring provided by educators certified by the Professional Standards Commission.
- Curriculum: Expenses for curriculum and any necessary supplemental materials (such as for homeschooling).
- Therapeutic Services: Fees for services from licensed physicians or therapists for occupational, behavioral, physical or speech-language therapies.
- Transportation: Up to $500 per year for fee-for-service transportation to or from eligible schools or service providers.
- Account Management Fees: Charges related to the management of account funds.
- Other Authorized Expenses: Costs authorized by the State Board of Education or the educational savings authority.
- Individual Education Expenses: Other expenses approved by a majority of the parent review committee.
