Local Students Awarded UGA Scholarships

Two local students have been awarded the One UGA Scholarship.

The $1,500 scholarship is provided to academically outstanding incoming freshmen at the University of Georgia who will contribute to the diversity of the freshmen class. According to a press release from UGA, preference is given to those who are the first in their families to attend college.

graduate James Hill and graduate Shelby Bentley were among this year’s recipients.

The scholarship is offered in addition to the HOPE scholarship for Georgia high school graduates. Out of state recipients are eligible for a Regents Waiver that covers the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition.

Recipients who meet certain academic standards may renew the scholarship for an additional three years of undergraduate study.