Tuition-Free Career Training with the HOPE Career Grant

Georgia Piedmont Tech offers tuition-free* diploma and certificate programs through the HOPE Career Grant.

This grant helps students gain in-demand skills for high-paying jobs — without racking up student debt. It also benefits local employers by preparing a skilled workforce ready to hire.

➤ See a list of eligible HOPE Career Grant programs at GPTC.

*Students must first qualify for the HOPE Grant to receive the HOPE Career Grant. Together, they cover full tuition for eligible programs. Students are still responsible for student fees and any required equipment, though additional financial aid may be available.

What is the HOPE Career Grant?

The HOPE Career Grant is an add-on to the HOPE Grant. When combined, these two grants cover 100% of tuition for approved diploma and Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) programs.

Note: Students are responsible for student fees and required materials or equipment.

Who’s Eligible?

To receive the HOPE Grant (required for the HOPE Career Grant), students must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
• Be a legal resident of Georgia
• Meet enrollment and academic requirements (2.0 GPA at certain checkpoints)
• Register with Selective Service (if applicable)
• Be in good standing on all student loans or financial aid
• Comply with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act
• Not have exceeded the maximum HOPE award limits

More About Program Requirements

• Full-time enrollment is NOT required.
• No specific high school GPA is needed to qualify.
• Students must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA at designated checkpoints.
• Students who earn a high school diploma through technical college credentials may be eligible for up to 30 HOPE Grant hours. After that, they must meet HOPE Scholarship requirements.

Learn More

For full eligibility details, visit: GAfutures.org – HOPE Grant Eligibility