Using State Grants at Highlands
If you're a Georgia resident interested in Highlands, be sure to investigate whether you'd qualify for the HOPE Scholarship and/or the Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant Program. The HOPE Scholarship is for students who have made substantial academic achievements. The Tuition Equalization Grant is for students attending private schools, and it helps to make the cost of private school more comparable to public school. Try reaching out to Highlands's financial aid department to see if you qualify for either!
Apply to these scholarships due soon
See more Georgia scholarshipsGeorgia Highlands College Financial Aid
Students who are applying for financial aid at Georgia Highlands College need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA).The FAFSA opens up on October 1st, and students should apply as soon as they can! The FAFSA uses financial information from the prior, prior year which means that you don’t need to wait for the year to end and can use last year’s financial information.
The FAFSA code for Georgia Highlands College is 009507.
If you are looking for more information on how to complete the FAFSA, check out our How to Complete the FAFSA Guide.
Join for exclusive scholarships, personalized matching, and application tracking. 0% Spam, 100% Free.
Pell Grants at Georgia Highlands College
48% of students at Georgia Highlands College receive Pell Grants, which are awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (students who have a bachelor’s or professional degree are not eligible). Pell Grants are awarded by the federal government and do not need to be repaid. To apply for a Pell Grant, students will need to submit their FAFSA. If you are awarded a Pell Grant, you’ll see it listed in your financial aid award letter if you are accepted to Georgia Highlands College.
You can learn more about Pell Grant eligibility here.
Outside Scholarships
Highlands students can also apply for outside scholarships to fund their education. Outside scholarships are awards that are offered by private and non-profit organizations. If you want to see what outside scholarships you are eligible for, check out these resources:
Georgia Highlands College Financial Aid Resources
If you are looking for more information about financial aid and scholarships at Highlands or have questions that are specific to your personal situation, we recommend that you reach out directly to the financial aid office!
Here’s how you can get in touch:
- Website: https://sites.highlands.edu/financial-aid/
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 706-802-5000