Give your child the freedom to thrive in the classroom that fits them best. Through the Georgia GOAL Program, eligible families can secure need‑based scholarships at more than 230 participating schools statewide.
How a GOAL Scholarship Happens
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Start the conversation with the admissions team at any partner campus.
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The school reviews your financial profile and recommends an award to GOAL.
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GOAL funds the scholarship with dollars that Georgia taxpayers have redirected through the Education Expense Credit program.
Scholarships offset a meaningful share of cost; many schools layer on extra aid
Limited school choices nearby
Explore more than231 distinct campuses—large or small, faith‑based or independent—across every region
Child needs individual attention
Smaller classes and specialized programs translate to personalised learning
College & career readiness
Partner schools consistently post graduation and test scores that exceed state averages
Impact snapshot: Since 2008, GOAL has awarded 82,631 scholarships worth $372.5 million to 31,488 scholars—46 % students of color.
Results for Georgia Taxpayers
A 2023 state audit shows the program saves $56.5 million annually for state and local budgets.
Who Pays for the Scholarships?
Every dollar originates from Georgians who choose toearn a state tax credit instead of sending that money to the general fund. Those contributions are then used to fund scholarships through Georgia GOAL.
Can My Child Qualify?
Georgia resident (public, private, homeschool, or incoming Pre-K4 or Kindergartener)
Household income typically at or below middle‑income thresholds (median current recipient AGI: $32,481)
Meets partner‑school academic and conduct standards