School List Available for Georgia Promise Scholarship Eligibility
Key Points
- The Georgia Promise Scholarship school list is now available. Families zoned for one of 512 elementary, middle, and high schools across Georgia will eligible to apply for the new Promise Scholarship program.
- Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, the Georgia Promise Scholarship will give families up to $6,500 per student to choose the learning environment that’s best for their child.
- Families can apply for the Georgia Promise Scholarship between March 1 and April 15, 2025. Sign up here for application tips and updates.
There’s exciting news for Georgia families and students:
Students zoned for one of 512 elementary, middle, and high schools across Georgia will be able to apply for Georgia’s new Promise Scholarship program to attend an educational alternative. That’s according to a list released by the Georgia Education Savings Authority (GESA), the state government entity responsible for overseeing the new program.
This program offers students a chance to access education opportunities best suited to their needs. The funds can be used for private school tuition, homeschooling expenses, tutoring, or other approved education expenses. The total amount of scholarships is capped at $141 million for the upcoming school year. That amount is estimated to cover around 22,000 students.
The first application period is now open and will run through April 15, 2025. Families can learn more at mygeorgiapromise.org.
If your student is zoned for a school on the Georgia Promise Scholarship School List, your family meets the attendance zone requirement to apply.
If your student is zoned for a school on the Georgia Promise Scholarship School List, your family meets the attendance zone requirement to apply.
Does your family quality for the Georgia Promise Scholarship?
Parents can quickly determine their child’s eligibility by taking a 45-second quiz available on the GESA website.
Eligibility criteria:
To apply, students must meet the following requirements:
- Be zoned for at least one of the 512 eligible public schools.
- Have been enrolled in a Georgia public school for two consecutive semesters, or is a rising kindergarten student.
- Parents must have lived in Georgia for at least one year, with exceptions for active-duty military families.
The program prioritizes lower-income Georgia families. If applications exceed available slots, priority goes to families with household incomes below 400% of the Federal Poverty Level (roughly $120,000 for a family of four).
Are Promise Scholarships a stable option for the future?
Promise Scholarships are off to a strong start. Governor Brian Kemp has allocated full funding for the program in his new proposed budget, which is pending approval by the state legislature. A bill has also been introduced, sponsored by Sen. Greg Dolezal, that would broaden eligibility for Promise Scholarships, including provisions for foster families.
Opportunities like the Promise Scholarship give families a brighter future
The creation of Promise Scholarships has been a crucial step forward for Georgia families. Education is the foundation for a thriving life. For families feeling limited by their current school options, Promise Scholarships provide the hope of access to a better fit for their child’s unique needs. Whether it’s finding the right private school, funding homeschooling expenses, or other learning resources, this program empowers parents to make the best decision possible for their children.