Application Procedure and Deadline for the HOPE Scholarship
Required Application
Students have two options when applying for the HOPE Scholarship:
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or,
- Complete the online Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP).
Note: The FAFSA must be completed each year.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is the last day of the school term or a student's withdrawal date, whichever occurs first.
Recommendation: Submit the annual FAFSA or the GSFAPP as early as possible; the earlier you apply, the earlier your college can determine your eligibility and awards.
Note: Additional college-specific application and deadline requirements may be required. Check with your postsecondary institution.
