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§ 20-3-519. Definitions

As used in this part, the term: “Academic year” means a period of time, typically nine months, in which a full-time student is expected to complete the equivalent of at least two semesters’ or three quarters’ academic work. Reserved. Reserved. “Certificate” or “diploma” means a credential, other than a degree, indicating satisfactory completion of training […]

§ 20-3-519.1. Eligibility for Scholarships or Grants

A student is eligible for any scholarship or grant described in this part if the student: Meets residency requirements by: Being classified as a legal resident of Georgia as established by the program regulations promulgated by the Georgia Student Finance Commission which shall be based upon the in-state tuition policy of the board of regents […]

§ 20-3-512. Powers as to Medical Student Loans and Scholarships

It shall be the duty of the board to receive and pass upon, allow or disallow all applications for loans made to or scholarships given to students who are bona fide citizens and residents of the State of Georgia and who desire to become doctors of medicine and who are acceptable for enrollment in an […]

§ 20-3-519.2. Eligibility Requirements for a Hope Scholarship; Award Amount

To be eligible for a HOPE scholarship, an entering freshman student seeking an associate or baccalaureate degree at an eligible postsecondary institution shall, in addition to meeting the residency requirements set forth in subsection (a) of Code Section 20-3-519.1: Meet achievement standards by: Having graduated from an eligible high school while meeting the curriculum requirements […]

§ 20-3-519.5. Eligibility Requirements for a Hope Grant; Award Amount

To be eligible for a HOPE grant, a student seeking a diploma or certificate at a branch of the Technical College System of Georgia or a unit of the University System of Georgia shall, in addition to meeting the residency requirements set forth in subsection (a) of Code Section 20-3-519.1: Meet achievement standards by earning […]

§ 20-3-514. Contract Provisions for Loan or Scholarship

Each applicant before being granted a loan or scholarship shall enter into a contract with the State of Georgia agreeing to the terms and conditions upon which the loan or scholarship is granted, including such terms and provisions as will carry out the full purpose and intent of this part. The form of such contract […]

§ 20-3-519.6. Hope Hse Vouchers

Subject to the amounts appropriated by the General Assembly and provisions relating to the shortfall reserve in Code Section 50-27-13, a HOPE HSE voucher shall be available to each eligible student who receives pre-certification from the Department of Technical and Adult Education, now known as the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), to take an […]