Georgia Scholarships for High School and College Students

GACD offers an annual scholarship of $1,000 to promote education and career pursuits in the field of soil and water conservation. This financial aid is available to students who are either currently majoring in, or plan to major in, a discipline related to soil and water conservation. The acceptable fields of study encompass agricultural education, agronomy, horticulture, plant pathology, and agricultural communications, among others.The scholarship is open to high school seniors, as well as undergraduate and graduate students from Georgia, studying at any accredited institution within the United States. First-semester college students are required to submit their high school transcript...

Georgia Tech has set up a one-time $5,000 scholarship for an incoming freshman who has actively participated in a FIRST team during their last two years of high school. This financial aid, based on need, is granted yearly and can be applied to any academic program.How to ApplyMake sure to include your involvement in FIRST activities in your Georgia Tech Undergraduate Admission Application.Go to https://finaid.gatech.edu/apply/fall-first-year to access links and information for the three mandatory applications:Complete the GT Scholarships and Financial Aid ApplicationFill out the FAFSASubmit the CSS ProfileThese three applications become available on October 1 and must be submitted by...

Introduction Key Clubs throughout Georgia are actively supporting their families, schools, and local neighborhoods through meaningful service projects, fundraising for important causes, and cultivating compassionate, capable student leaders. Key Club International, together with the Georgia District, offers awards, contests, and scholarships to recognize clubs, members, and advisors who display outstanding commitment to service. Eligibility and Requirements - Applicant must be a current Key Club member in good standing within the Georgia District. - Applicant must be a graduating senior who is planning to attend college. - Applicant must have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale. - The...

Georgia Press Educational Foundation — 2026–2027 applications (deadline: February 1, 2026) Overview - The Georgia Press Educational Foundation (GPEF) is accepting scholarship and internship applications for the 2026–2027 academic year. All scholarship materials must be received by Feb. 1, 2026. How to apply — Scholarships - To be considered for a GPEF scholarship for the 2026–27 academic year, complete the scholarship application and send it to sireland@gapress.org by February 1, 2026. - Download the scholarship form (Scholarship App 2026-2027) from the foundation’s materials on the website or from the button in the left column of this page. How to apply...

Overview — The Dr. Brian L. Davis Marine Biology, Conservation, and Education Scholarship About Dr. Brian L. Davis Brian L. Davis, Ph.D., served as president and CEO of the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta and devoted his career to education, conservation, and the zoo/aquarium profession. A former Cobb County teacher and administrator, and later an adjunct faculty member in education at Georgia State University and Mercer University, Dr. Davis was a committed advocate for public education and lifelong learning. He was celebrated for his empathy, curiosity, and for expanding opportunities in marine science. Dr. Davis broke important ground in the field:...

Intro The Balams Firm, acting as a Community Partner, seeks to identify and reward outstanding students. Through the Balams Firm Scholarship, we help eligible students pursue higher education by assisting with tuition and related costs. Award One (1) scholarship of $2,500 will be granted based on the application review. The scholarship payment will be issued by check and sent directly to the recipient’s accredited college or university. Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following: - Be a legal resident of the United States - Reside in the Atlanta metropolitan area - Intend to enroll full-time at an accredited college...

Overview The Hatton Lovejoy Scholarship Plan (undergraduate scholarships) exists to support and motivate deserving young men and women pursuing college education that prepares them for leadership and service in their communities. Eligibility - Applicants must have lived in Troup County, Georgia for a minimum of two years. - Candidates must be graduates of an accredited high school, or scheduled to graduate within six months, and rank in the top 25% of their class academically. Awards and Deadlines - Up to ten scholarships may be awarded each year under the Hatton Lovejoy Scholarship Plan. - The next application deadline is February...

Introduction Through our scholarship and endowment initiatives, we provide more than $40,000 each year to deserving students from Georgia who are preparing to enroll in the state’s colleges, technical colleges, and universities. The annual GMF Scholarship does more than help with tuition — it also connects recipients with the Georgia Mining Association and its member companies, offering both financial support and industry links that enhance their educational experience. We are committed to continuing this tradition of investing in Georgia’s future leaders. GMF College Scholarship — Application Deadline Completed application packets must be postmarked by February 27, 2026, to be considered....

Purpose This scholarship exists to assist Crawford County High School graduates who plan to continue their education at a four‑year college or university. Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following: - Be a graduating senior of Crawford County High School. - Hold a minimum cumulative Crawford County High School GPA of 3.0. - Have been accepted to, and intend to attend, an accredited four‑year college or university. - Plan to enroll full time in a bachelor’s degree program. Selection Factors Candidates will be evaluated using these criteria: - Academic merit and scholastic achievement - Demonstrated leadership and strong citizenship...

History Founded as a trust in 1925 by Mrs. W. W. Williamson and Mrs. Walter A. Harris (respectively the mother and sister of Charles H. Williamson), the Charles H. Williamson Scholarship originally funded a scholarship reserved for graduates of Lanier High School for Boys, where Mr. Williamson had been a student, with recipients required to attend the University of Georgia. In 1974 the program was broadened to award multiple four-year college scholarships to both male and female graduates of what is now Central High School. Purpose To fund four-year scholarships for Central High School graduates from Macon, Georgia, who will...

Leo H. Brooks (September 13, 1932 – 2014) was a lifelong educator from Bainbridge, Georgia. After finishing Bainbridge High School, he pursued higher education at Florida State University and Troy State University, earning his bachelor’s degree from Troy State in 1959. He later completed a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration at Mississippi College in 1966. Early in his career he taught social studies and coached athletics at Coffee High School in Douglas, Georgia, then spent nine years teaching at Mark Smith High School in Macon. He went on to serve more than twenty-four years as a school administrator within the...

Introduction The Billy and Bobby Stevens Fund was created through the wills of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Stevens to honor the memory of Billy and Bobby Stevens. Purpose This fund provides undergraduate scholarships to students from Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe counties who are pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. Eligibility - Must be a graduate of an accredited high school located in one of these counties: Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe. - High school cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 is required; recipients must also maintain a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.5 to...