Get Started on Your Path
We want to make our process as clear as possible and provide you with the resources you need in one convenient place. Our Guided Paths break down the financial aid application and payment process into five clear steps. If you have never applied for financial aid, or if you just need a quick refresher, select your degree program to get started.
We're Committed to Helping You Overcome Financial Barriers While Maximizing Your Resources
We know college tuition is an intimidating topic, but we’re dedicated to making a Georgia State education affordable and accessible for every student. You’ve paid your dues by working hard in the years leading to this exciting next chapter, so check out our financial aid and scholarship options to see how we can support you now.
Georgia
Residents
TOTAL TUITION, FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES COST
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $1,515 | $516 | $340 |
| TUITION | BOOKS & SUPPLIES | STUDENT FEES |
Non-Georgia
Residents
TOTAL TUITION, FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES COST
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $5,865 | $516 | $340 |
| TUITION | BOOKS & SUPPLIES | STUDENT FEES |
Out-of-Country Residents
TOTAL TUITION, FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES COST
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $5,970 | $516 | $340 |
| TUITION | BOOKS & SUPPLIES | STUDENT FEES |
Georgia
Residents
TOTAL TUITION, FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES COST
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $4,590 | $1,000 | $660 |
| TUITION | BOOKS & SUPPLIES | STUDENT FEES |
Non-Georgia
Residents
TOTAL TUITION, FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES COST
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $14,700 | $1,000 | $660 |
| TUITION | BOOKS & SUPPLIES | STUDENT FEES |
Out-of-Country Residents
TOTAL TUITION, FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES COST
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $14,970 | $1,000 | $660 |
| TUITION | BOOKS & SUPPLIES | STUDENT FEES |
Georgia
Residents
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $4,895 | $660 |
| TUITION | STUDENT FEES |
Non-Georgia
Residents
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $15,863 | $660 |
| TUITION | STUDENT FEES |
Out-of-Country Residents
(2 SEMESTERS)
Costs Per Semester
| $16,166 | $660 |
| TUITION | STUDENT FEES |
Scholarship Resource Center
The Scholarship Resource Center was established at Georgia State in 2011. We offer guidance and support to students seeking financial assistance by providing year-long promotion of scholarship opportunities. We are open to all Georgia State students regardless of financial aid eligibility status.
What Can the Scholarship Resource Center Do for You?
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Degree
No, in short. For HOPE or Zell Miller scholarships, you may want to complete the state aid application in addition to the FAFSA. If so, visit the Georgia Student Finance Commission at gafutures.org.
You may log in to studentaid.gov to complete the FAFSA.
When completing the FAFSA, you and your contributor (if applicable) will need to use your federal income tax return from two years prior to the academic year you are applying for. For example, the 2024-25 FAFSA will ask for 2022 federal tax information, and the 2025-26 FAFSA will ask for 2023 federal tax information. With consent and approval, your federal tax information can be obtained automatically from the IRS to help complete your FAFSA.
Verification is a process used to verify certain information on the student's FAFSA to ensure its accuracy.
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Fall: April 1
Spring: Nov. 1
Summer: March 1
If your parents are unwilling to provide their information, but there are no unusual circumstances that prevent you from communicating with them and obtaining their information, you will not qualify for most federal student aid. In this case, your FAFSA will be rejected.
You can get most questions answered by clicking here: studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out/help.
Georgia State has also partnered with a third-party education agency, Trellis, through Project Success. Trellis Company is a nonprofit organization and trusted partner that collaborates with Georgia State to help students be successful. If you’re stuck on a step or have a specific question regarding FAFSA, call 1-877-845-9883 Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. CST, for quick, thorough assistance.
Each school sets its own schedule for the release of financial aid offers. Georgia State will begin sending financial aid offers for the 2025-2026 mid- March 2025. Be on the lookout for communications about your specific financial aid offer information via PAWS and your GSU student email.
The U.S. Department of Education will send FAFSA results to schools once processed by the FAFSA Processing System (FPS). Once Georgia State receives your FAFSA results, be on the lookout for any requests for additional documentation that may be needed. You will be contacted via email, PAWS or text message.
The U.S. Department of Education will send FAFSA results to schools by March 31, 2024. Once Georgia State receives your FAFSA results, be on the lookout for any requests for additional documentation that may be needed. You will be contacted via email or text message to request this information.
Notification is sent to the student's PAWS e-mail account which will state that there are outstanding requirements. The student may review his/her requirements via the PAWS account. The student's PAWS account will list the document requirements and the status. You may also be mailed or e-mailed additional documents that are required.
You must first complete the FAFSA and submit it to Georgia State. Once your FAFSA is received, the Financial Aid office will notify you of any additional information needed and the procedures to be followed to resolve your special circumstances.
Factors include your age, marital status and whether you are financially dependent on your parents. For more information regarding your dependency status, please visit the following link: studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/pro-tips
Georgia State will begin sending financial aid offers for the 2025-26 academic year in mid-March 2025. Be on the lookout for communications about your specific financial aid offer information via PAWS and your GSU student email (PantherMail).
Your dependency determines whether you will need to provide your parents’ information. The factors that will determine your status include your age, marital status and whether you are financially dependent on your parents. For more information regarding your dependency status, please visit the following link: studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/pro-tips.
Tuition
Payment
Check out our easy and flexible payment arrangements.
Refunds
If your account shows a credit balance, you may be entitled to receive a refund.
Tuition
How to Pay
Check out our easy and flexible payment arrangements.
Refunds
If your account shows a credit balance, you may be entitled to receive a refund.
Contact Student Financial Services
Got Questions?
The Student Financial Management Center and the Offices of Student Accounts and Financial Aid are available to assist you despite the office physical closure. View Panther Answer to contact us.
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Student Financial Management Center is using Virtual Advising Appointments to assist students with questions regarding financial aid and student accounts. Please click below to schedule an appointment.