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Georgia's HERO Scholarship Program

Georgia Student Finance Commission

This scholarship was established to benefit members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reservists, their spouses, and dependent children pursuing a post-secondary education. Students must be accepted at an eligible Georgia college or university in a study leading to a college Degree, Technical diploma, or Technical certificate.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Must be enrolled or accepted for admission in an eligible Georgia college or university
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Residence:
    Must meet Georgia residency requirements, as defined by GSFA.
  • Citizenship:
    Must meet U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien requirements, as defined byGSFA
  • College:
    Must be enrolled or accepted for admission in an eligible Georgia college or university.
  • Military:
    Scholarship Program was created to provide financial aid to qualifying Georgia National Guard or United States Military Reservists, their spouses, and dependent children who seek a postsecondary education.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Other Materials:
    A completed application form;Copy of DD214 military record or other acceptable military documentation for theGeorgiaNational Guard member or the U.S. Military Reservist;Copy of the students birth certificate, adoption document, or legal guardianship document;Copy of death certificate;Copy of military record of injury.

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