The Golden Door Scholarship (GDS) awards underrepresented students with scholarships worth up to full-tuition at a participating college; exact amounts may vary.
Scholarship Details
- Need-based with consideration to academics
- Promotes career-ready majors
- Matches applicants to partner colleges
Eligibility Criteria
- Resident of and graduating/graduated senior in:
- Georgia
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Demonstrated financial need
- Minimum GPA of 3.2
- Plan to major in a career-ready field
Application Process
- Follow the GDS guidelines and complete your application
- Upload required materials, such as academic transcripts, as requested
- Submit application and all required materials by the deadline
- If chosen as a recipient, accept your college match and major in a preferred field to receive the award
Golden Door Scholars receive individualized mentorship along with their financial aid awards; the cohort remains active even post-graduation in the form of an alumni network.
