Upcoming Events
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Date/Time: 09/29/2021, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Clayton State University, Gymnasium
Probe is an annual program of college fairs and guidance counselor workshops that are held throughout the state of Georgia. The program is managed by the Georgia Education Articulation Committee (GEAC), whose sole mission is to disseminate information and stimulate interest in post-secondary education for students in Georgia. Hundreds of colleges from across the nation attend Probe each year to reach thousands of Georgia high school juniors and seniors.
Click HERE for the full PROBE schedule.
Monday, September 27, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Students and parents will crunch the college cost of their top school choices and identify funding gaps. They will also complete an intentional scholarship search specific to their needs and identify those awards that they are eligible to receive.
GEAR UP Georgia invites you to a complimentary Scholarship Workshop.
-Before FAFSA opens on October 1st hear “WHY the completion of FAFSA is so important”
Who can attend this Scholarship Workshop?
What do you need for this event?
Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Join GEAR UP Georgia students from across the state to learn more about Usher's New Look four different programs for GEAR UP students this year.
September 24, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Join GEAR UP Georgia and Usher’s New Look as we get in the know and “lit” about FAFSA completion and the FAFSA kickoff date. This is a family event focused on financial literacy empowerment. UNL has been able to build out an incredible program that goes beyond the classroom and gives our students real-life exposure to consumer banking, credit protection, entrepreneurial opportunities, investment strategies, and post-secondary education options. The purpose: Provide students with the tools that are necessary for our students to take responsibility for their financial futures.
Date/Time: 09/24/2021, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Georgia Piedmont Technical College, Dekalb Conference Center
Probe is an annual program of college fairs and guidance counselor workshops that are held throughout the state of Georgia. The program is managed by the Georgia Education Articulation Committee (GEAC), whose sole mission is to disseminate information and stimulate interest in post-secondary education for students in Georgia. Hundreds of colleges from across the nation attend Probe each year to reach thousands of Georgia high school juniors and seniors.
Click HERE for the full PROBE schedule.
September 23, 2021, at 6:00 pm
Join GEAR UP Georgia and the Central Georgia Technical College Cosmetology program. Learn how to use federal and state financial aid grants to help pay for school in cosmetology. Students will receive hands-on cosmetology instruction in color theory and up-do techniques.
Join the GEAR UP Georgia staff and partners on a virtual college visit from our YouVisit Link.
Students make sure to post pictures on social media representing your future college. Students can pose with gear on from their chosen college or use the “My future college” printout.
September 22, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Connect with your GEAR UP peers from high school and across the state to celebrate surviving and thriving in your first month of college. Virtual students will receive a Grubhub lunch credit and Southern Regional Technical Students that attend in person - we’re bringing the lunch to you. While you eat, learn what resources GEAR UP Georgia has for first-year college freshmen and what to do to prepare for mid-terms and the FAFSA renewal.
Exciting GEAR UP Georgia National GEAR UP Week Event
Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at 6:00 pm
Join GEAR UP Georgia as we go behind the scenes of the world-class facility and experience Mercedes-Benz Stadium like never before. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has partnered with Big Thought to build out a STEAM-based curriculum that allows students to use tools and lessons provided during the presentation to learn more about the complex architecture, technology, art, and science interwoven at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
This event has limited seating (40 GEAR UP Georgia students). First-come, first-serve basis. Students that participate in the Virtual Tour webinar will receive a ticket to the Atlanta Falcons home game on October 3, 2021, vs Washington. GEAR UP Georgia students should click HERE to register for the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Virtual STEAM Tour.
Parents/family members can purchase discounted tickets by using this link.
Monday, September 20, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Proclaim your love for GEAR UP by posting a picture in your favorite GEAR UP or college gear. Join GEAR UP Georgia students from across the state in a family-friendly event sponsored by Usher's New Look. High school students will learn about the UNL Leadership Academy and college students will be introduced to the Moguls in Training program. Be prepared to laugh, dance, and have fun while preparing for college success!
In these workshops, we will cover various elements of college & career planning along with some essential life skills.
GEAR UP Georgia students attending will be provided GrubHub credit towards dinner during the event. Must register for the event one day prior and attend the event to receive Grubhub credit.
Here is our topic schedule for the Fall of 2021. All workshops are at 5:00 p.m. EST.
Date/Time: 09/16/2021, 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Savannah State University, Gymnasium
Probe is an annual program of college fairs and guidance counselor workshops that are held throughout the state of Georgia. The program is managed by the Georgia Education Articulation Committee (GEAC), whose sole mission is to disseminate information and stimulate interest in post-secondary education for students in Georgia. Hundreds of colleges from across the nation attend Probe each year to reach thousands of Georgia high school juniors and seniors.
Click HERE for the full PROBE schedule.
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to 300 of these student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
To learn more watch this video or click HERE.
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DEADLINE
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SEMIFINALIST PHASE
Dec - Jan2021 |
FINALIST INTERVIEWS
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SELECTION
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Date: Tue Sep 7 2021, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Organized By: Jonesboro High School
Location: Jonesboro High School - Jonesboro, GA
Location Details: Virtual
Description: A GSFC Outreach representative will speak to students of all ages about state and federal financial aid available to Georgians. Learn about the many scholarships, grants, and loans to help pay for university, college, technical college and trade school expenses and how to apply.
Please contact your GEAR UP Georgia School Coordinator, Dr. Hunter for more information.
Due to college admissions policies and scholarship requirements, taking the ACT/SAT is a must-to-do for high school seniors. GEAR UP Georgia has test prep and SAT fee waivers to help you.
For the SAT registration site click HERE. You’ll need to make a College Board account.
| 2021-22 SAT Administration Dates and Deadlines | ||
| SAT Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline |
| Saturday, August 28, 2021 | Friday, July 30, 2021 | Tuesday, August 17, 2021 |
| Saturday, October 2, 2021 | Friday, September 3, 2021 | Tuesday, September 21, 2021 |
| Saturday, November 6, 2021 | Friday, October 8, 2021 | Tuesday, October 26, 2021 |
| Saturday, December 4, 2021 | Thursday, November 4, 2021 | Tuesday, November 23, 2021 |
| Saturday, March 12, 2022 | Friday, February 11, 2022 | Tuesday, March 1, 2022 |
| Saturday, May 7, 2022 | Friday, April 8, 2022 | Tuesday, April 26, 2022 |
| Saturday, June 4, 2022 | Thursday, May 5, 2022 | Wednesday, May 25, 2022 |
Thu, September 2, 2021, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The GAfutures webinar is an overview and update of relevant features found on the official website including account creation, applications, assessments, HOPE GPAs, and much more.
