Through GEORGIA MATCH, East Georgia State College recognizes your hard work in school. Students selected through this program are eligible for direct admissions to East Georgia. This accomplishment is available to students attending high school in Georgia, and is based on the most recent transcript data sent from the high school to GAfutures.org.
Students who select East Georgia through GEORGIA MATCH should finalize their admissions application and submit their high school transcript in order to confirm their acceptance. Students are invited to apply today, with no application fee or test score required!
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East Georgia State College (EGSC) is a part of the University System of Georgia (USG) and is one of the most affordable colleges in the US through its vast resources and partnerships. For example, EGSC students in Statesboro and Augusta pay EGSC’s low tuition, enjoy small classes with professors who know their name AND have access to the wide range of student services at larger USG institutions, such as access to the libraries, clubs, health clinics, athletic events, etc. at Georgia Southern University and Augusta University. With abundant scholarship opportunities, transferability to other colleges, and partnerships with larger USG institutions, EGSC provides an affordable and easy-to-navigate path through the first two years of college. That means less student debt and more money in your pocket!
The Office of Financial Aid & Veterans Affairs is dedicated to helping students and families apply for an obtain financial aid to assist them with pursuing their educational goals. We want to help set you up for success not only academically, but financially as well. As an East Georgia student, you’ll have financial counselors who can meet with you to help you navigate all the complexities of financial aid, paying for college, and finding scholarships. Students can even get help figuring out a personal budget and a financial plan for the future.
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Whatever you plan for your future, East Georgia State can give you the knowledge and skills to put you on the path to success. Whether you see yourself as an fraud prevention agent, a teacher, a nurse, a scientist, a crime scene investigator, a business leader, a computer programmer – we offer many areas of study to get you where you want to go.
Studies show that state college students who transfer to a four-year university do as well or better, grade-wise, as students who took their core courses directly from a university. Not only will you be able to transfer your courses and complete a four-year degree, you save hundreds, sometimes thousands, of dollars by starting at EGSC!
What is GEORGIA MATCH?
GEORGIA MATCH is a simple way for you to know where you are eligible for admission (to be admitted to college), based on your recent high school calculated HOPE grade point average (GPA). You will still need to submit an application, but that will be easy – keep reading to learn how! Your GEORGIA MATCH colleges are on your GAfutures Student Dashboard. If East Georgia is listed on the student’s GEORGIA MATCH letter or dashboard, it represents a provisional acceptance only and does not guarantee acceptance to a college or university or a specific major/program of study. An official admissions status is determined using your final transcript and high school graduation status.
What if I did not receive a GEORGIA MATCH letter?
A senior may not have received a letter because the most recent transcript record submitted electronically and securely by your high school for you did not include a deliverable address, a calculated HOPE GPA, or your SSN. Contact your high school to update your information with them. Correcting your information with your high school will help when you need your final high school transcript to be sent to East Georgia. Note: You must be a senior at one of Georgia’s public or private accredited high schools that works with GAfutures.
What if East Georgia State College was not on my list?
Even if East Georgia is not on your GEORGIA MATCH list, you may still apply here.
Am I guaranteed admission to East Georgia on my GEORGIA MATCH letter?
GEORGIA MATCH looks to see if you meet the initial eligibility for admission at USG Colleges and Universities including East Georgia. Upon completion of the full application and submission of your high school transcript, the admissions office at East Georgia will review the submitted information to ensure you have met the Required High School Curriculum. Please note that East Georgia will make every effort to allow you to make up missing requirements.
What are my next steps at East Georgia?
At East Georgia, your next step is to apply for admission here. This will allow you to confirm your acceptance to East Georgia.
If you are wanting to explore your options for colleges through GEORGIA MATCH, Use the Student Dashboard link on GAfutures.org (you will be prompted to sign into your GAfutures account if you have not done so). Your Student Dashboard will list all the colleges for which you are eligible for provisional admission with GEORGIA MATCH. Select the colleges you want to request more information. Once you have found the right college or university, such as East Georgia, select claim your spot.
What are the differences between East Georgia and other University System of Georgia colleges and universities and colleges in the Technical College System of Georgia?
The University System of Georgia (USG) is one of the largest and most respected systems for higher education in the United States. Featuring some of the nation’s best public research institutions, the state’s first public HBCU, and top-ranked campuses in every region of the state, USG’s 26 public colleges and universities offer a comprehensive range of academic programs including certificates, Nexus (a new innovative degree tied to high demand careers), associate, bachelor, master and doctorate degrees that prioritize the knowledge and skills you need for high-impact jobs that move Georgia forward.
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) serves Georgians in all of the state’s 159 counties. With 22 colleges and 88 campuses, every Georgia resident lives within 50 miles of a Technical College. TCSG colleges offer some courses that can be transferred later to a University System of Georgia college or university. Additionally, TCSG offers certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees in high demand career areas including Health Care, Cybersecurity, Aviation, Commercial Driver’s Licenses, and many more. Students can take courses in person, online, or in a hybrid format. Employers are highly engaged with the Technical Colleges, which leads to a 99% placement rate for TCSG graduates.
How much does it cost to apply?
The application fee to East Georgia is $0/FREE.
What is the deadline to apply?
We want you to apply now! Our priority deadline is December 1, and our final deadline is closer to the start of the Fall semester.
Why now? We want to communicate with you about all of the steps in the enrollment process as well as the opportunities available to you here at East Georgia.
How will I pay for college at East Georgia?
East Georgia State College (EGSC) is a part of the University System of Georgia (USG) and is one of the most affordable colleges in the US through its vast resources and partnerships. For example, EGSC students in Statesboro and Augusta pay EGSC’s low tuition, enjoy small classes with professors who know their name AND have access to the wide range of student services at larger USG institutions, such as access to the libraries, clubs, health clinics, athletic events, etc. at Georgia Southern University and Augusta University. With abundant scholarship opportunities, transferability to other colleges, and partnerships with larger USG institutions, EGSC provides an affordable and easy-to-navigate path through the first two years of college. That means less student debt and more money in your pocket!
The Office of Financial Aid & Veterans Affairs is dedicated to helping students and families apply for an obtain financial aid to assist them with pursuing their educational goals. We want to help set you up for success not only academically, but financially as well. As an East Georgia student, you’ll have financial counselors who can meet with you to help you navigate all the complexities of financial aid, paying for college, and finding scholarships. Students can even get help figuring out a personal budget and a financial plan for the future.
More Information About Financial Aid and Scholarships
What will I study in college?
Most students do not know exactly what they want to study in college. In many ways, college is there for you to figure out what interests you the most and what you can do for your career. You may have already taken an aptitude assessment like YouScience. These assessments can provide valuable information about your interests and skillsets. We encourage you to utilize the Resources tab at www.gafutures.org. There are helpful tools that may assist you in identifying areas of interest for you, such as possible majors and career choices. Additionally, the Resources tab includes links to College Search, Scholarship Search, and Georgia Degrees Pay.
What other info do I need to know?
Please note that East Georgia State College is a member of the University System of Georgia and a participant of GEORGIA MATCH. GEORGIA MATCH is coordinated through the Georgia Student Finance Commission and information on the program can be found at www.gafutures.org.
GEORGIA MATCH is not a guarantee of admission to any of the colleges; you must still apply for admission and provide your final official high school transcript after graduation to the institution(s) of your choice.
GEORGIA MATCH does not mean you automatically qualify for the HOPE or Zell Miller scholarships and grants; you must still meet the program requirements and apply. Complete the GSFAPP or FAFSA then the Financial Aid Office of the college you claim your spot with will determine your eligibility.
If your final calculated HOPE GPA (at the time of graduation) is lower than what it was at the time of the GEORGIA MATCH letter, your options for admission may change.
