Georgia Foundation Fellowship

Name: Foundation Fellowship

Award Amount:

• Georgia Residents: Annual stipend of $14,150 plus the Zell Miller Scholarship and a $650 first-year housing supplement.
• Non-Residents: Annual stipend of $23,400 plus a Presidential Waiver for non-resident fees and a $1,250 first-year housing supplement.

Information and Eligibility:

The Foundation Fellowship is the University of Georgia’s premier academic scholarship, designed to support first-year applicants with outstanding academic records and leadership in co-curricular activities. The program provides generous financial assistance and unique academic enrichment opportunities.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency: Open to both Georgia residents and non-residents.
• Academic Achievement: Must demonstrate exceptional academic performance and leadership skills.
• Enrollment: Must be admitted to the University of Georgia as a first-year student.

Selection Criteria:

• Strong academic record and test scores.
• Demonstrated leadership in co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Commitment to intellectual engagement and academic success.

Application Requirements:

• Submit the First-Year application to the University of Georgia.
• Complete the Foundation Fellowship application, available through the Admissions process.
• Include a personal statement, letters of recommendation, and a list of achievements.

Application Timeline:

• Application Opens: August
• Application Deadline: November 1

Additional Information:

• Includes fully funded travel-study programs, research and academic conference grants, and mentoring opportunities.
• Renewable for up to four years, provided recipients maintain full-time enrollment and a 3.0 UGA GPA.

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