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What is the STAR program at Georgia Tech? I just found out and I'm shook 🆘
The Hip Pocket Fund is no joke — up to $1,000 short-term loan, 0% interest, up to 4 months to repay . I used it when my laptop died during finals week. Applied online, got approved in like 2 days, money in my account. Paid it back over the summer when I was working. If I'd had to put that on a... -
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How do I afford Georgia Tech as an out-of-state student?
Georgia Tech is my absolute dream school. I've wanted to go there since I was 14. But out-of-state tuition is over $50,000 per year . My family makes too much for need-based aid but not nearly enough to pay that. I'm in the worst spot financially — the one where you qualify for nothing but can...- Diego
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Georgia Tech scholarships breakdown — what's available for out-of-state?
I've been obsessively researching Georgia Tech scholarships and here's what I've found. Sharing for other out-of-state applicants: Stamps President's Scholars Program Full tuition, fees, housing, and meals Plus up to $12,000 for enrichment (research, study abroad, etc.) Awarded to top 1% of...- Diego
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How to write a great scholarship essay about financial need without sounding pitiful?
Mateo, I sat on a scholarship committee once. We read hundreds of these. The ones we funded weren't the saddest stories — they were the ones that made us believe the student would actually DO something with the money. We wanted to see: Clear goals Evidence of work ethic (your job + pre-law +...- Diego
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What scholarships does Georgia Tech offer? I'm applying early.
Georgia Tech is my dream school, but out-of-state tuition is terrifying. I'm trying to figure out what scholarships they offer before I give up and apply somewhere cheaper. The website mentions Stamps President's Scholars Program — full tuition plus enrichment funding — and Gold and Sapphire...- Diego
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Kennesaw State: From commuter school to legit university. 🦉
The Marietta campus mentioned! That's where I am (engineering). It's definitely different — more like a traditional tech school vibe, lots of military students, more focused. But we get the same degree as Kennesaw campus and the facilities are great. New engineering building is amazing. Also the...- Diego
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- Forum: Kennesaw State University
