Only 36 percent of Georgia’s adults hold a two or four year degree.

The College Access Challenge Grant provides college access tools and training for students, families, educators and communities.

Too few Georgians possess the credentials needed for good jobs and a competitive economy.

The College Access Challenge Grant works to fill in gaps and enhance state resources.

In particular, low-income individuals are traditionally underrepresented in higher education.

The College Access Challenge Grant implements adult and military-friendly degree programs and services on college campuses.

Low-income adults who have "stopped out" are in danger of not completing degrees.

The College Access Challenge Grant provides clear information for transfer and dual enrollment students about which courses and programs will transfer within Georgia's public higher education system.

81 percent of Georgia's jobs require some kind of training or education after high school

The College Access Challenge Grant provides information, hands-on support, and resources to underrepresented K-12 students to prepare them for college and careers.

Program Summary

The College Access Challenge Grant program seeks to increase postsecondary degree attainment of prekindergarten to grade 12 students traditionally underrepresented in higher education. These students include first-time freshmen, transfer students, adults returning to college, and the military. It also works to increase degree attainment of Georgia's low income adults with some college credit but no degree.

The College Access Challenge Grant program emphasizes performance, partnerships, and the overall value to higher education as part of its metrics for success.