Georgia Student Finance Commission REACH Georgia
Scholarship · Georgia Student Finance Commission · Participating Georgia school systems
Mentoring plus a renewable scholarship for eligible Georgia students, starting in 8th grade.
Our take
Georgia's needs-based program: a mentor and a coach through high school, then a $10,000 scholarship. Selection happens in 8th grade, so this is for younger siblings and middle schoolers.
“Helps an application” is our read on how much an admissions reader is likely to weigh it: Strong means getting in or placing is a real achievement, Solid means it shows real interest and effort, and Light usually means most students who apply and pay can attend. It’s our opinion, not a ranking from any college, and a light one can still be a great summer.
The details
- Run by
- Georgia Student Finance Commission
- Type
- Scholarship
- Format
- In person, Participating Georgia school systems
- When
- During the school year
- Who can apply
- 8th grade, residents of GA only
- How hard to get in
- Competitive
- Cost
- Free
- Deadline
- Your middle school selects scholars in 8th grade; ask the counselor.
- Subjects
- Any subject
Dates, costs and rules change every year. Check the official site before you apply. Last checked October 18, 2026.
Questions
Is Georgia Student Finance Commission REACH Georgia worth it?
Georgia's needs-based program: a mentor and a coach through high school, then a $10,000 scholarship. Selection happens in 8th grade, so this is for younger siblings and middle schoolers. On how much it helps a college application, we rate it strong.
How much does Georgia Student Finance Commission REACH Georgia cost?
It’s free, or it pays you. Check the official site for this year’s price.
When is the Georgia Student Finance Commission REACH Georgia deadline?
Your middle school selects scholars in 8th grade; ask the counselor. Exact dates change every year, so confirm on the official site.
Who can apply to Georgia Student Finance Commission REACH Georgia?
Students in 8th grade, and only residents of GA. It is competitive.
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