Georgia Southern University’s scholarship programs for incoming and current students unlock opportunities for academic excellence and financial support.
We understand the importance of easing the financial burden associated with pursuing higher education. To build a path to social mobility for all students, we extend scholarships that recognize and reward outstanding achievement, leadership and potential.
Our scholarship programs support learners at every stage of their academic journey, and through the generosity of donors, we are able to financially assist students across various fields of study. At the same time, we offer recommendations for additional external funding opportunities.
Explore Georgia Southern Scholarships
Discover the array of scholarship opportunities available to new and current Georgia Southern students. To apply, review eligibility criteria, application requirements and deadlines.
New Incoming Students
Incoming first-year and transfer students have access to a range of scholarship opportunities administered by the Office of Admissions at Georgia Southern, including institutional, foundation and academic scholarships designed to support their educational journey from the beginning.
Have questions about available scholarships, their requirements or deadlines? Email your admissions counselor to learn more.
First-Year Merit Scholarships (Fall 2027)
No Separate Application Needed!
All incoming first-year students applying for Fall 2027 are automatically evaluated for merit scholarships when they submit their completed admission application by February 1st.
Key Details at a Glance:
- Eligible Term: Fall 2027 entry only (merit aid is not awarded for spring entry)
- Priority Application Deadline: February 1st, 2027
- Award Structure: One-time award for your first academic year (non-renewable)
- Notification: Sent to admitted students in the Spring
Fall 2027 Award Tiers
| Calculated Admissions GPA | Annual Award Amount (One – Time) |
| 4.00 + | $1000 |
| 3.80 – 3.99 | $750 |
| 3.50 – 3.79 | $500 |
| Below 3.50 | Not eligible for automatic merit aid |
How is your GPA evaluated?
Merit scholarship eligibility is determined using the recalculated core GPA established during your admissions review. This calculated GPA focuses on core academic coursework and may differ from the cumulative GPA on your high school transcript.
Important Policy Notes:
- Award Terms: First-year merit awards are one-time grants distributed across your first academic year and are not renewable for subsequent years.
- Annual Policy Review: Criteria and funding levels apply strictly to first-time, full-time students enrolling in Fall 2027 and are subject to change for future entry cycles.
In Georgia Southern’s multi-campus Honors College, a community of driven, curious scholars engages in an elite set of meaningful learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Incoming first-year students interview for several Honors College scholarship opportunities, including full tuition and comprehensive package scholarships.
We will invite select applicants who apply by January 15th to campus for scholarship interviews.
- The priority deadline for Honors College scholarship consideration: January 15
- Final deadline for Honors College consideration: April 15
Southern Leaders students participate in dynamic leadership courses, actively address community issues through service initiatives and craft special projects designed to make a lasting positive impact. They also have the potential to earn scholarships for their contributions to the organization.
- Scholarship deadline: Feb. 1
Freshmen can apply to the Southern Leaders Program on their Admissions Status Portal.
Current Students
Explore a variety of scholarship options tailored to current students’ academic achievements, extracurricular involvement and individual circumstances, providing valuable support as they continue their educational pursuits.
Currently enrolled students at Georgia Southern can explore and apply for both internal and external scholarships through our MyScholarships portal, powered by Scholarship Universe. Discover opportunities based on your major, campus involvement, academic merit, and more.
How to Apply:
- Log in with your Georgia Southern Student Credentials – Click the Login link on the Top Right.
- Answer as many questions as you can in the Questions tab to be matched with Georgia Southern Scholarships and External Scholarships.
- Review the scholarships you are eligible for in the Scholarships tab.
- Complete any Scholarship Applications available under the Applications tab.
The Georgia Southern Scholarship deadline to apply is February 1, 2026. External scholarship deadlines vary.
If you have any scholarship questions, feel free to contact the MyScholarships Help Team at: myscholarships@georgiasouthern.edu.
Military-Affiliated Scholarships
Georgia Southern honors your or your loved one’s service through scholarships empowering the next stage of your personal and professional journey. Explore awards geared toward current military personnel, veterans, Georgia National Guard members, U.S. Military Reservists and their families.
The Georgia HERO (Helping Educate Reservists and their Offspring) Scholarship Program was created to provide financial aid to students seeking a post-secondary education, who are:
- Current members of the Georgia National Guard or United States Military Reserves who were deployed overseas on active service, on or after February 1, 2003, to a location designated as a combat zone; or
- The children of Georgia National Guard members or United States Military Reservists who were deployed overseas on active service, on or after February 1, 2003, to a location designated as a combat zone; or
- The spouses of Georgia National Guard members or United States Military Reservists who were deployed overseas on active service, on or after February 1, 2003, to a location designated as a combat zone, and who were killed in the combat zone, or died as a result of injuries received in the combat zone, or became 100 percent disabled as a result of injuries received in the combat zone.
The Georgia HERO Scholarship Program is funded by state appropriations. The maximum amount awarded to an eligible student is $2,000 per Award Year. The award amount is subject to change during the Award Year.
Learn More and Apply for the HERO Scholarship All Military-Affiliated Scholarships
External Scholarships
In addition to the scholarships Georgia Southern offers, we encourage you to explore external scholarship opportunities to further aid your academic journey.
External scholarships can cover a wide range of criteria, including academic achievement, leadership, community involvement and specific fields of study. Additionally, you can reach out to your high school counselor for information about scholarship opportunities in your community.
We also recommend that you review additional Office of Financial Aid resources concerning external student grants, loans and VA benefits. For military-affiliated students, you can combine MOST scholarships with the HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships.
Checks for any external scholarships should be mailed to:
Georgia Southern University
P.O. Box 106099
Atlanta, GA 30348-60990
Payment Address for Courier, Overnight, Express, Priority Mail, etc.:
Deluxe
Attn: Georgia Southern University
Box 6099
2068 Weems Road
Tucker, GA 30084
Please include a memo that includes the student’s name and Eagle ID. If you have more than one student receiving the scholarship, you can send separate checks or include them all in one check. As long as you identify the student name, Eagle ID, and the amount due to each student, we can process it to disburse to the students. All scholarships of $500 or more will be split into two semesters (example: $250 Fall 2023 and $250 Spring 2024) unless otherwise noted on the memo.