HOPE/ZELL MILLER SCHOLARSHIP

Georgia's HOPE or ZELL MILLER Scholarship is available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated academic achievement. The scholarship provides money to assist students with a portion of the tuition cost at a HOPE Scholarship eligible college or university. The Zell Miller Scholarship  provides money to assist students with the tuition cost of attending a Zell Miller Scholarship eligible college or university.

Georgia’s HOPE and ZELL MILLER Scholarship has program eligibility requirements, academic requirements, and a length of eligibility. 

Note: Georgia public and private high school students can track their HOPE Scholarship status from high school through their GAfutures account at My High School HOPE GPA.

Basic Eligibility HOPE

Basic Eligibility ZELL MILLER

HOPE Eligible Colleges and Universities

ZELL MILLER Eligible Colleges and Universities

How to Submit SAT and/or ACT Test Scores for ZELL MILLER

Seniors: Application and Deadline for the HOPE Scholarship Required Application

Students have two options when applying for the HOPE Scholarship:
1.) Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or,
2.) Complete the online Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP)
Note: The FAFSA must be completed each year. The GSFAPP remains valid for 10 years.

Application Deadline
The application deadline is the last day of the school term or a student's withdrawal date, whichever occurs first.

Recommendation:  Submit the annual FAFSA or the GSFAPP as early as possible; the earlier you apply, the earlier your college can determine your eligibility and awards.