Tuition and Financial Aid
Information for High School Counselors
When making a decision about which college to attend, the cost of attendance and the availability of financial assistance are important considerations. The resources on this page provide access to a number of helpful resources and information related to tuition and financial aid.
Tuition
- USG Tuition Rates
University System of Georgia students continue to benefit from low tuition. When compared to the tuition paid by students attending similar institutions in other states, the tuition paid by students in Georgia ranks among the lowest.
Financial Aid
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Information on financial aid eligibility, how to apply for financial aid and other resources to help students pay for college.Financial Aid Contact Information
Phone numbers and email for the USG financial aid offices.
Tuition Classification
The Board of Regents Tuition Classification Policy
All students attending a University System of Georgia college or university are classified as either in-state or out-of-state for tuition purposes. Based on Georgia Code 20-3-66, BOR Policy 4.3.2 outlines the criteria for classifying students as in-state or out-of-state.The Board of Regents Out-of-State Tuition Waiver Policy
Some students not meeting the requirements to be classified as in-state may meet the requirements to be awarded an out-of-state tuition waiver. Students classified as out-of-state should review the out-of-state tuition waivers outlined in Policy 7.3 to learn more about the waivers. Students wishing to apply for a waiver should contact their institution to learn about specific waiver criteria, application deadlines and to receive the appropriate waiver application form.Verification of Lawful Presence
In October 2010, the Board of Regents passed Policy 4.1.6, Admission of Persons Not Lawfully in the United States, and Policy 4.3.4, Verification of Lawful Presence. Learn more about what these policies mean to prospective and current students.