Scholarships at Georgia State University

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 Foundation for Agency Management Excellence (FAME) Scholarship awards $5,000 each to one Georgia State University junior and one senior studying in an insurance-related field within the Robinson College of Business risk management and insurance programs. Recipients must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, documented financial need, and be enrolled full time in good standing with the university. Candidates apply to the Department of Risk Management and Insurance Scholarship and Fellowship Committee by February 1. This award supports upper-division students preparing for agency management careers in the property-casualty and life-health insurance sectors.

The Travelers Scholarship provides $2,500 awards to Georgia State University juniors majoring in risk management and insurance or actuarial science within the Robinson College of Business. Three scholarships are awarded annually: two for risk management and insurance majors and one for actuarial science. Selection is merit-based. Candidates apply to the Department of Risk Management and Insurance Scholarship and Fellowship Committee by February 1. Recipients must be juniors in good standing enrolled full time in the qualifying program. This corporate-funded award supports upper-division Robinson College students preparing for careers in the property-casualty insurance industry.

The Andrew Young School Undergraduate Scholarship provides financial assistance to outstanding leaders and scholars enrolled in degree programs at Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies. Awards of up to $2,000 are made based on academic merit, leadership, and demonstrated financial need. Recipients must be undergraduate students pursuing an AYSPS major such as criminal justice, economics, public policy, or social work foundations. Students apply through the school's scholarship process; contact the Office of Academic Assistance at 404-413-0021 for current application instructions. Awards are contingent on final clearance by the Office of Student Financial Aid and may not exceed the student's estimated cost of attendance.

This Georgia State Alumni Association scholarship supports U.S. military veterans enrolled as Georgia State University undergraduates. Applicants must provide a DD-214 form documenting their military service. The award is part of the association's annual fall-semester scholarship cycle, with applications opening each November and closing in February. Recipients must be current Georgia State students in good standing. The scholarship recognizes veterans who have served in the U.S. armed forces and are now working toward a bachelor's degree at Georgia State, helping offset costs not covered by GI Bill or other veteran education benefits.

The Phil Peters Scholarship provides merit-based awards to Georgia State University juniors majoring in criminal justice within the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies who plan careers in criminal justice. Recipients must hold at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate academic promise in the field. Scholarships are awarded based solely on merit without a financial-need requirement. Students should contact the AYSPS Office of Academic Assistance at 404-413-0021 for current application materials and deadlines. This endowed fund supports upper-division undergraduates who have committed to the criminal justice major and intend to enter professional roles in law enforcement, corrections, courts, or related public-safety fields after graduation.

The Elizabeth A. Kenny Scholarship, established by psychology alumna Elizabeth Kenny and her husband Michael, rewards a rising Georgia State University junior or senior psychology major who demonstrates outstanding academic performance and focused intent to pursue further studies and a career in psychology. Recipients must be enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences psychology program and in good standing. Students apply through the psychology department or college scholarship process. Contact the College of Arts and Sciences Dean's office at 404-413-5114 for current application information. The award supports undergraduates committed to graduate training and professional work in psychology.

The Eleanor McEdwards International Opportunity Scholarship provides support for Georgia State University journalism, public relations, or communication students participating in university-approved study abroad programs. Recipients must be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship was established by Dr. Colleen McEdwards and Scott Burnside in honor of Eleanor McEdwards, who promoted international travel and study among young people. Students apply through the College of Arts and Sciences or communication department scholarship process. Contact the Dean's office at 404-413-5114 for current deadlines. The award helps communication majors fund international experiences that complement their Georgia State coursework.