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Georgia HERO Scholarship

Up to $2,000/year ($8,000 lifetime) for postsecondary education for National Guard/Reserve combat veterans and their families.

Verified May 12, 2026againstgafutures.org

At a glance

Benefit type
Education & Training — Georgia
Who it's for
National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
Up to $8,000 over 4 years
Where it applies
Georgia
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Georgia HERO Scholarship?

Georgia HERO Scholarship is a Georgia education & training benefit for national guard, reservists, spouses, dependents. Up to $2,000/year ($8,000 lifetime) for postsecondary education for National Guard/Reserve combat veterans and their families. The listed value is Up to $8,000 over 4 years.

Who qualifies

National GuardReservistsSpousesDependents
  • Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
  • Combat veteran service required
  • Georgia residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Georgia agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen; Georgia resident for 12+ consecutive months; member of the Georgia National Guard or U.S. Military Reserves who served in a combat zone, OR their spouse/children. Must be enrolled at an eligible Georgia postsecondary institution. Apply within 2 years of gaining eligibility.

What Georgia HERO Scholarship covers

Covers

Up to $2,000 per academic year; up to $8,000 lifetime. Prorated for part-time enrollment.

How to apply for Georgia HERO Scholarship

How to apply

Application through GAfutures.org.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: gafutures.org

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Georgia HERO Scholarship

Who qualifies for Georgia HERO Scholarship?▾
Georgia HERO Scholarship is for National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); georgia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Georgia HERO Scholarship worth?▾
The listed value is Up to $8,000 over 4 years. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Georgia HERO Scholarship?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Georgia HERO Scholarship?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

Other Georgia Education & Training

Combat Veteran Mandatory Fee Waiver (University System of Georgia)

Waiver of mandatory student fees at all USG institutions for qualifying combat veterans.

$200-$600 per semester

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