THE GEORGIA PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP ACT
Unlock your child’s potential with the Georgia Promise Scholarship Act! This incredible program offers up to $6,500 per year for eligible students, covering tuition, fees, and more. If your child has been in a Georgia public school for at least a year or is entering kindergarten from a low-performing school zone, they could qualify. The SAE School provides a nurturing, academically rigorous environment tailored to help every student thrive. By putting this scholarship to use at The SAE School, every dollar will go further so you can even better afford the high-quality education your child deserves. Enroll today and give your child the best start for a bright and successful future!
up to
$6,500
per student per school year*
That amount covers nearly half of the tuition expense of a quality private school education for your child at The SAE School.
Families of all sizes and most incomes qualify for the scholarship.
up to
400%
of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
For example, a family of 4 with an income of up to $124,800/year can benefit from the program and choose a better future for their children.
THE PARTICULARS
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Residence:
You (“the parent(s)” of the student) have been residents of The State of Georgia for a minimum of one (1) year.
Your student resides in the attendance zone of a “low-performing” school (rated a D or F school by the state’s Department of Education).
Your student is a US citizen or permanent resident.
Enrollment:
Your student is currently enrolled in Georgia Public Schools and has been for the last 2 semesters ——or——they are entering Kindergarten.
Your student will not be enrolled in a local public school, local charter school, or state charter school while participating in the program.
Income:
You have a household income of no more than 400% of the federal poverty level (i.e., $124,800 for a family of 4).
Financial:
Your student is not in default of or owing a refund on a federal Title IV loan or a State of Georgia loan or financial aid program.
Permanent record:
Your student has not been convicted of a felony offense for involving marijuana, a controlled substance, or a dangerous drug from conviction until the next academic term.
Your student is not incarcerated or enrolled in a school operated by the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Timeliness:
Your student’s application is submitted on time and in full compliance with all eligibility standards.
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Student ESA accounts will be initially funded with an annual maximum of $6,500 in 2025 disbursed in quarterly payments. This amount may be adjusted in the future based upon changes to the funding formula base or upon adjustments to the annual appropriation.
A student cannot participate in the Scholarship program and receive a scholarship or benefit under the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship Act, or any other scholarship or benefit during the participation. Neither the student nor the parent may benefit or receive a scholarship, tuition grant, or other assistance from a student scholarship organization during program participation.
A reoccurring appropriation is provided for the program each fiscal year to not exceed 1% of the total appropriation for the Quality Basic Education Program, Georgia’s education formula, from the previous year’s General Appropriations Act. This amounts to approximately $141 million for the program’s first year in 2025. Unless a future legislative body renews the program, it expires in 10 years.
Once eligible, a child remains eligible through 12th grade graduation. Students are not required to enroll in a nonpublic school to participate.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE GEORGIA PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP
The official application date has not yet been released; but because of the anticipated demand for the limited scholarship awards, it will be very important to submit your application in a timely manner. Fill out the form below to be notified by the SAE School as soon as the date and time for applications is published by The State of Georgia.