Georgia Southern University Scholarships (2025–2026)

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What This Page Covers:

Tuition, housing, and what families actually pay on average
Automatic merit scholarships and competitive programs
Full-tuition / full-ride Honors options and leadership awards
Honors and deadlines (FAFSA, scholarship portal, admission)

📊 Admissions Snapshot

Acceptance Rate: ~88%
Middle 50% ACT: 18–23
Middle 50% SAT: 970–1140
GPA Context: Most admitted students report GPAs roughly in the 3.0–3.7 range; stronger awards are more competitive.

Source: College Board BigFuture admissions profile for Georgia Southern University. Middle 50% = the range where half of admitted students fall.

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Georgia Southern at a Glance

🏆 Automatic & competitive merit: First-year applicants who complete required materials by Feb 1 are automatically considered for institutional merit. Honors College awards include full tuition and even full-ride options via competitive selection/interview.

Average Net Price

$16,531 / year

What families actually paid on average

Automatic Merit

Automatic consideration with admission

Apply by Feb 1; amounts vary by program (via MyScholarships)

Competitive Scholarships

1906 Scholars (full tuition) • Honors College (½ tuition)

Goel Scholars: full ride (tuition, fees, housing, meals, books)

Typical Qualifiers

Strong academics, leadership/service; interviews for top Honors awards

Selection is competitive and holistic; test scores may be considered

Test Policy

Test-optional for 2025–2026

SAT/ACT required beginning Fall 2026 (USG policy)

Key Deadlines

Scholarships: Feb 1 • FAFSA priority: Feb 1 • Admission (regular): May 1

Honors interviews by invitation; apply early

Honors College

Yes • Competitive • Separate interview/application

1906 (full tuition) • Honors (½ tuition) • Global Scholars ($2k/yr)

Full-Tuition / Full-Ride

Full tuition: 1906 • Full ride: Goel Scholars

Competitive; interview-based selection

Residency & Waivers

Out-of-State waivers (incl. Border State & International)

Approved waivers assess in-state rates for eligible nonresidents

Scholarship details and eligibility may change year to year. Always verify specific program criteria and deadlines on official pages.
Last verified: October 17, 2025

Intro FAQs

Does Georgia Southern offer automatic scholarships?
Yes. Completing required materials by Feb 1 triggers automatic consideration for institutional merit via the MyScholarships portal (no separate app for standard merit).

Are there full-tuition or full-ride scholarships?
Yes. 1906 Scholars cover full tuition (up to 8 semesters). The Honors College also offers a half-tuition scholarship, and Goel Scholars is a full-ride (tuition, fees, housing, meals, books) for eligible first-generation students.

Is Georgia Southern test-optional?
For the 2025–26 cycle, yes (test-optional). Beginning Fall 2026, SAT/ACT will be required per USG policy.

What’s the average net price?
Around $16,531/year after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard). Your net price will vary by income and aid.

Any residency-based discounts for nonresidents?
Yes. Out-of-State Tuition Waivers — including a Border State Waiver and international waivers — can reduce tuition to the in-state rate for qualifying students.

Sources:
Admissions (BigFuture) — https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/colleges/georgia-southern-university/admissions
University Scholarships page — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-and-scholarships/types-of-aid/scholarships
Honors College Scholarships (1906 & Honors) — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/honors/scholarships/
Goel Scholars (full-ride) — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/honors/scholarships/full-ride-scholarship-goel-scholars/
FAFSA priority / How to Apply — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions-aid/financial-aid/how-to-apply
Scholarship deadline (MyScholarships) — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-and-scholarships/types-of-aid/scholarships
USG test policy (2025–26/2026 change) — https://www.usg.edu/announcements/usg_to_extend_temporary_test_optional_admission_for_academic_year_2025_2026
GS First-Year page (test requirement note) — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions-aid/first-year-students
Out-of-State Tuition Waivers — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/offices/registrar/students/tuition-classification/
Border State Waiver mention — https://ww2.georgiasouthern.edu/finserv/bursar/2024/10/31/summer-2025-tuition-mandatory-fees/
College Scorecard (Average Net Price) — https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?139931-Georgia-Southern-University

💰 Cost of Attendance at Georgia Southern University

Category (2025–2026 est.)	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition & Mandatory Fees (full-time)	$7,144	$21,784
Housing & Meals (average on-campus)	$11,492	$11,492
Total (before aid)	$18,636	$33,276

Note: Additional estimated costs — Books & Supplies (~$1,200), Transportation (~$4,300), and Personal/Miscellaneous (~$4,100) — are not billed directly by the university but are included in federal financial aid estimates. Actual expenses vary by student and lifestyle.

Average Federal Net Price (latest available): ~$16,531/year.
That’s what families actually paid after grants/scholarships — no loans — per College Scorecard.

Special Tuition Programs — Big Savings for Out-of-State Students

Georgia Southern participates in the Academic Common Market (ACM) via SREB for approved degree programs. When eligible and certified by your home state, you pay the in-state rate for that specific major.

Academic Common Market: Available for select programs; requires state certification and enrollment in the approved major at Georgia Southern.
Out-of-State Tuition Differential Waivers: Georgia Southern and USG offer several waiver categories (e.g., academic/merit, international, military, and others). Waivers reduce the nonresident tuition differential so eligible students pay the in-state rate; eligibility is reviewed and does not change residency status.
Border State Waiver (Undergraduates): Residents of Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee may qualify to pay in-state tuition at Georgia Southern once eligibility is verified.

Who qualifies for these waivers?
ACM: students in eligible programs from participating SREB states with home-state certification.
Out-of-State Waivers: nonresident students who meet specific USG/GSU criteria (categories vary; academic performance and documentation required).
Border State Waiver: residents of AL, FL, NC, SC, TN who meet verification requirements.

How much can it save?
ACM and waivers reduce the nonresident tuition differential — often $14,000+ per year compared with full out-of-state rates.

Is it automatic or application-based?
ACM: Application & certification required through your state and the university.
Waivers: Applied once eligibility is verified; documentation may be required. Waivers confer in-state rates but do not change residency classification.

Sources:
University COA page — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-and-scholarships/cost-of-attendance
Bursar (Fall 2025 Tuition & Mandatory Fees) — https://ww2.georgiasouthern.edu/finserv/bursar/2025/06/12/fall-2025-tuition-mandatory-fees/
Registrar: Tuition Classification & Waiver Info — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/offices/registrar/students/tuition-classification/
Border State Waiver (admissions overview) — https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-and-scholarships/do-i-qualify-for-in-state-tuition
USG Border State Waiver (eligible states) — https://www.usg.edu/student_affairs/assets/student_affairs/documents/border_waivers.pdf
Academic Common Market (USG overview) — https://www.usg.edu/divisions/academic_common_market/
SREB ACM program search — https://acmi.sreb.org/acm/s/program-search-page-public
College Scorecard (Average Net Price) — https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?139931-Georgia-Southern-University

✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships

Georgia Southern awards several levels of automatic scholarships to high-achieving incoming freshmen. These are based on high school GPA and, if submitted, standardized test scores. All admitted freshmen who apply by the scholarship priority deadline are considered; no separate scholarship application is required.

Scholarship	Award Amount	Eligibility	Separate App?	Renewable?	Who Actually Wins?	Deadline
Second Century Scholarship	$3,000/year (4 yrs)	3.8 College Prep GPA & 1350 SAT or 30 ACT	No	Yes (3.0 GPA, full-time enrollment)	Top-tier applicants with both strong GPA and test scores	Nov 1 (priority); Feb 1 (final consideration)
GSU Excellence Scholarship	$1,000/year (4 yrs)	3.6 College Prep GPA & 1200 SAT or 27 ACT	No	Yes (3.0 GPA, full-time)	Strong applicants just below the top tier	Nov 1 (priority); Feb 1 (final consideration)
Freshman Academic Scholarships	$1,500–$4,000/year	3.2–3.5+ GPA; ACT 23+/SAT 1130+; higher award for stronger stats	No	Yes	Solid students in the top part of their class	Nov 1 (priority); Feb 1 (final consideration)
Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Merit)	Waives $14,000+/yr in nonresident tuition	3.6+ GPA; non-GA resident; strong academics	No (automatic)	Yes	Competitive out-of-state students with high GPAs	Nov 1 (priority); Feb 1 (final consideration)

Note: GPA and test cutoffs are strict for named awards; “Freshman Academic Scholarships” use a GPA/test range (not fixed cutoffs) based on recent typical recipients. All are renewable with 3.0 GPA and full-time status, unless otherwise specified.

Do I need a separate application?
No—automatic consideration for eligible freshmen who meet the admission priority deadlines.

Are test scores required?
Yes for named awards (Second Century, GSU Excellence); higher awards depend on GPA and test scores together. You can also submit new scores for possible upgrades.

Does Georgia Southern superscore?
Yes—Georgia Southern will use your highest section scores from all test sittings sent.

Do they stack with HOPE/Zell Miller?
Yes—automatic awards can stack with Georgia’s HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships. The Out-of-State Tuition Waiver cannot combine with other nonresident discounts, but can stack with HOPE/Zell for eligible students.

Sources:
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/scholarships/
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions/freshman/affording/

🏆 Competitive Scholarships

These selective awards go beyond automatic merit. They require an extra application and, for top awards, interviews at events like the Southern Scholars Showcase or Scholars’ Day. Deadlines are strict, with most materials due by February 1.

Scholarship	Award Amount	Eligibility & Competitive Factors	Separate App?	Renewable?	Who Actually Wins?	Deadline
President’s Scholarship	$1,500–$4,000/year	3.2+ GPA, 1200+ SAT/27+ ACT; separate application; finalists interview at Showcase or Scholars’ Day	Yes—MyScholarships portal (Feb 1)	Yes—must maintain GPA/full-time	Top students with leadership and service who excel in interviews	Feb 1
Southern Leaders Scholarship	$1,000 (one-time)	3.0+ GPA; strong leadership/service resume; essay/portfolio review	Yes—portal app (Feb 1)	No—one-time	Applicants with deep involvement in leadership, service, or the arts	Feb 1
International Merit Scholarship	≈$13,000/year (waives out-of-state fee, up to 4 yrs freshman/2 yrs transfer)	New F-1 international freshmen/transfers, competitive essay, admission required	Yes—separate app (by April 1 for fall)	Yes—GPA ≥ 2.5, full-time	International students with strong academics and service/leadership potential	April 1

How do I apply? Apply for admission, then complete the MyScholarships portal app by February 1 for president’s and leader awards; international merit by April 1.

Is there an interview? Yes, President’s Scholarship finalists are interviewed at a Scholars Showcase event.

What profile wins? President’s Scholars usually have a GPA above 3.5, high test scores, and notable service/leadership. Southern Leaders combines GPA with deep involvement in service, leadership, or the arts.

Can these stack with other aid? Yes—competitive awards combine with HOPE/Zell and automatic merit up to cost-of-attendance caps.

Sources:
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/scholarships/
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions/freshman/affording/

💎 Hidden Gem Scholarships

Beyond the big-name merit awards, Georgia Southern has a number of “hidden gems” that reward service, identity, specific involvement, or leadership. These awards can be stacked with HOPE, Zell Miller, and automatic merit, providing extra value for students with a wide variety of backgrounds or interests.

Scholarship	Award Amount	Eligibility	Separate App?	Renewable?	Who Actually Wins?	Deadline
Army ROTC Scholarships	Full tuition & fees or room/board + stipend	Students contracting with U.S. Army ROTC; academics, fitness, contract	Yes—ROTC application/board	Yes—must meet contract/GPA	Future Army officers who meet academic, fitness, and service standards	National deadline: Jan 10 (for high school seniors)
Air Force ROTC Scholarships	Full tuition or significant stipend	AFROTC cadets, academics, fitness, STEM focus preferred	Yes—AFROTC application	Yes—while enrolled and meeting standards	Students motivated to serve as Air Force officers—STEM and leadership help	National/AF deadline: Varies (Dec/Jan)
GS Study Abroad Scholarships	$500–$1,500	Enrolled students participating in approved Georgia Southern study abroad	Yes—GS study abroad app	No—one-time	Adventurous students with clear study-abroad goals and strong essays	Department deadlines (often Feb 1)
First-Gen /Diversity /Service Scholarships	$500–$2,000	First-gen, URM, need-based, or active in campus service/gov	Yes—MyScholarships portal	Some renewable	Applicants with compelling stories and active involvement	Feb 1 (main portal deadline)
Departmental /College Awards	$250–$2,500 (varies, often stackable)	Majors in Business, Nursing, Engineering, Education, others	Yes—MyScholarships/apply to dept	Some are renewable	Early and engaged majors, faculty engagement helps	Feb 1 (main), varies by program

Are these automatic? No—most require an extra app (MyScholarships, dept, ROTC, or study abroad).

Do these awards stack with other aid? Yes—hidden gem awards usually stack with HOPE, Zell, and automatic merit.

How do you maximize? Complete the MyScholarships application, then check your major and student engagement offices for extra funds and special cohorts. ROTC/study abroad deadlines often hit early (Jan/Feb).

Are awards fixed? No—amounts vary by year and applicant pool; earlier applications boost access.

Sources:
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/scholarships/
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/admissions/freshman/affording/
https://finweb.georgiasouthern.edu/scholarships/study-abroad/
https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/rotc/

🎖️ Honors College

The University Honors College at Georgia Southern provides high-achieving students with a rigorous academic environment and close-knit community. With small classes, faculty mentorship, and priority perks, Honors offers an “elite school” experience at a public-university price. Admission is by separate application (priority deadline: January 15; final: April 15), and competitive scholarships require both the Honors application and participation in interviews held at Scholars’ Day or the Southern Scholars Showcase.

What a Typical Honors Student Looks Like
Minimum GPA: 3.7 (academic GPA/College Prep track), SAT ≥ 1200 or ACT ≥ 25, plus documented leadership, service, and strong writing skills.

Honors Perks that Matter

Priority registration and small-group, discussion-based Honors classes
Choice of Honors housing and guided mentorship
Structured undergraduate research opportunities, capstone, or thesis
Access to special Honors-specific scholarships (listed below)

Scholarship	Award Amount	Eligibility & Competitive Factors	Separate App?	Renewable?	Who Actually Wins?	Deadline
The Goel Scholarship	Full ride (tuition, fees, housing, meal plan, textbooks)	First-gen; GA or border-state resident; high need; Scholars’ Day interview required	Yes—Honors app + interview	Yes—up to 8 semesters	Low-income, first-gen students with excellent academics and drive	Jan 15 (priority); Apr 15 (final)
1906 Scholarship	Full tuition (up to 8 semesters)	Honors admits selected for full tuition; interview at Scholars’ Day required	Yes—Honors app	Yes—up to 8 semesters	Outstanding Honors admits with academic/interview excellence	Jan 15 (priority); Apr 15 (final)
Honors College Half-Tuition Scholarship	Half tuition (up to 8 semesters)	Selected through the interview process in Honors	Yes—Honors app	Yes—up to 8 semesters	Interviewed Honors admits with strong potential	Jan 15 (priority); Apr 15 (final)
Honors Global Scholars	$2,000/yr (up to 4 semesters)	Honors admits; includes a Georgia Southern study abroad experience	Yes—Honors app	Yes—up to 4 semesters	Students seeking global experience in Ireland	Jan 15 (priority); Apr 15 (final)
Honors Savannah Scholars	$2,000/yr (up to 4 semesters)	Honors admits at Armstrong campus; curriculum tied to Savannah community	Yes—Honors app	Yes—up to 4 semesters	Place-based learners focused on Savannah	Jan 15 (priority); Apr 15 (final)

How competitive are these awards? The Goel and 1906 scholarships are among the most competitive, sometimes awarded to fewer than 15 students per year. All Honors awards can be stacked with HOPE and Zell Miller, except the Goel (which is “last-dollar” for GA residents).

Is Honors admission automatic? No—you must submit the Honors application, answer essays, and may be invited to interview.

Does Honors add to your degree? No—honors classes count toward degree-completion, so most students graduate on time.

Can you stack Honors scholarships? Yes—except Goel for GA residents, all Honors College awards may stack with HOPE/Zell or other grant and merit aid, up to Georgia Southern’s Cost of Attendance.

Sources:
https://students.georgiasouthern.edu/honors/
https://em.georgiasouthern.edu/scholarships/
https://academics.georgiasouthern.edu/honors/prospective-students/scholarships/

⭐ College Specialties

Georgia Southern blends hands-on learning with real-world problem solving. From public health that serves rural communities to engineering that builds Georgia’s manufacturing backbone and a logistics pipeline tied to the Port of Savannah, Eagles learn by doing—and graduate with momentum. (Research status: Carnegie R2 — High research activity.)

Top Program — Sport Management
Georgia Southern’s sport management programs have earned national recognition, including a #1 ranking from Intelligent.com (undergraduate and master’s lists). It’s a flagship strength with deep industry ties and COSMA accreditation.
Sources: Intelligent.com rankings; GS Newsroom recap of national program recognitions.

Manufacturing Engineering (BS) — Only ABET-accredited undergraduate manufacturing engineering program in Georgia; intensive labs in automation, robotics, additive manufacturing.
Sources: Department & ABET accreditation pages.
Logistics & Supply Chain Management (Parker College) — Consistently top-25 in North America for both undergraduate teaching and empirical research (SCM Journal List metrics).
Sources: Parker College news (Aug 30, 2024); GS Newsroom (prior top-15/25 placements).
Public Health (Jiann-Ping Hsu College) — CEPH-accredited; U.S. News lists the MPH among ranked programs; mission focus on rural/underserved populations; offers MPH and DrPH.
Sources: JPHCOPH accreditation pages; U.S. News notes via GS Points of Pride; program pages.
Army ROTC — Eagle Battalion — Nationally recognized unit; multiple MacArthur Awards historically; strong nurse officer pipeline in 6th Brigade.
Sources: GS Newsroom (MacArthur Award); Eagle Battalion overview.

📎 Official Links

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Southern Leaders recipients demonstrate consistent leadership in clubs, school government, service, or athletics.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Are hidden gem scholarships automatic?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “No. Most hidden gem scholarships require a separate application—through the MyScholarships portal, a department, or the ROTC/study abroad office.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Can hidden gem scholarships stack with HOPE, Zell, or merit aid?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Yes. 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Applying early improves your chances.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Is Honors admission automatic?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “No. You must submit a separate Honors application—including essays and recommendations—by the priority deadline to be considered for scholarships and Honors admission.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Does Honors add time to a degree?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “No. Honors courses typically replace electives or core courses and can fit into a normal four-year graduation timeline.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “How competitive are the Honors scholarships?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Very competitive. As reported by an Honors student, only about 12 full-scholarship awards (Goel, 1906) were granted recently.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Can Honors scholarships stack with HOPE or Zell?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Yes. All Honors scholarships (except Goel, which is ‘last-dollar’ for GA residents) can stack with state aid like HOPE and Zell Miller.” } } ] }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Second Century Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Automatic merit scholarship for incoming freshmen meeting defined GPA and test score minimums.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “value”: 3000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “3.8 College Preparatory GPA and 1350 SAT or 30 ACT”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#automatic-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “GSU Excellence Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Automatic merit scholarship for strong incoming freshmen.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “value”: 1000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “3.6 College Preparatory GPA and 1200 SAT or 27 ACT”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#automatic-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Freshman Academic Scholarships”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Merit-based scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $4,000 for students with a 3.2+ GPA and 1130+ SAT or 23+ ACT scores.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “minValue”: 1500, “maxValue”: 4000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “3.2-3.5+ GPA; ACT 23+/SAT 1130+; automatic consideration via admission review.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#automatic-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Merit)”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Merit-based waiver of the nonresident portion of tuition for strong out-of-state freshmen.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “minValue”: 14000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Non-Georgia resident with 3.6+ high school GPA; automatic consideration via admission review.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#automatic-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “President’s Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A competitive scholarship for students with a 3.2+ GPA and 1200 SAT or 27 ACT, requiring a separate application and interview.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “minValue”: 1500, “maxValue”: 4000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Minimum 3.2 GPA and 1200 SAT or 27 ACT; separate application and interview by invitation.”, “applicationStartDate”: “2025-10-01”, “applicationDeadline”: “2026-02-01”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#competitive-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Southern Leaders Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A one-time $1,000 scholarship for incoming freshmen with a demonstrated history of leadership and community service.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “value”: 1000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “3.0+ GPA and demonstrated leadership; separate application and interview.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#competitive-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “International Merit Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A competitive scholarship that waives a significant portion of the out-of-state fee for new F-1 international freshmen.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “value”: 13000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “For new F-1 international freshmen/transfers beginning in the fall.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#competitive-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “The Goel Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A full-ride scholarship for first-generation, low-income students from Georgia or a bordering state.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “description”: “Covers tuition, fees, housing, meal plan, and textbooks.” }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “First-generation, GA or border-state resident, and demonstrated financial need.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#honors-college” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “1906 Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A competitive full-tuition scholarship for Honors College applicants.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “description”: “Covers full tuition.” }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Honors applicant; interview required at Scholars’ Day.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#honors-college” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Honors College Half-Tuition Scholarship”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A half-tuition scholarship for up to eight semesters for Honors College applicants.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “description”: “Covers half tuition.” }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Honors applicant; selected through competitive interview process.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#honors-college” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Honors Global Scholars Program”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A program for students with an interest in global learning, including a study abroad experience and scholarship funding.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “value”: 2000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Honors applicant.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#honors-college” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Honors Savannah Scholars Program”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “A program for students on the Armstrong Campus that includes scholarships and a curriculum tied to the city of Savannah.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “value”: 2000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Honors applicant on Armstrong campus.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#honors-college” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Army ROTC Scholarships”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Scholarships that can cover full tuition and fees or room and board, along with a monthly stipend for students who join the Army ROTC program.”, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Students who contract with the U.S. Army ROTC program; meet fitness, GPA, and service requirements.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#hidden-gem-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Air Force ROTC Scholarships”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Scholarships covering tuition, books, and a monthly stipend for students in the Air Force ROTC program.”, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Students enrolled in AFROTC at Georgia Southern; strong academics and fitness required.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#hidden-gem-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “Georgia Southern Study Abroad Scholarships”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,500 for students participating in approved study abroad trips.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “minValue”: 500, “maxValue”: 1500 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Students participating in approved GSU study abroad trips.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#hidden-gem-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “First-Generation and Diversity Scholarships”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Scholarships for first-generation, underrepresented minority, or financially disadvantaged students.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “minValue”: 500, “maxValue”: 2000 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “First-generation, underrepresented minority, or financially disadvantaged.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#hidden-gem-scholarships” }, { “@type”: “Scholarship”, “name”: “College & Departmental Awards”, “provider”: { “@id”: “https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/#institution” }, “description”: “Scholarships offered by specific departments like Business, Nursing, and Engineering, with criteria set by donors.”, “award”: { “@type”: “MonetaryAmount”, “currency”: “USD”, “minValue”: 250, “maxValue”: 2500 }, “eligibilityRequirements”: “Majors with GPA ≥ 3.0 who apply early.”, “url”: “https://collegereadyparent.org/georgia-southern-university-scholarships/#hidden-gem-scholarships” } ] }