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Incoming first-year students applying to the Georgia State University Honors College may compete for the Presidential Scholarship, a premier academic award for up to 30 exceptional scholars.
The scholarship covers tuition, fees, on-campus housing, a $2,000 annual living stipend, and a one-time $2,500 study-abroad stipend. Total value is roughly $28,000 to $32,000 per year depending on residency.
Applicants submit the unified Presidential/Stamps application by November 15. Finalists interview at Scholarship Day. Presidential Scholars must maintain a 3.5 GPA, full-time enrollment, and attend required Honors College events.
The Georgia State University Presidential Scholarship awards $28,000–$32,000/year (30 winners).
November 15, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: Full-time; Undergraduate; Entering; Georgia State University. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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