{"id":525,"date":"2024-10-14T12:27:36","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T16:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/georgiasouthern.edu\/?page_id=525"},"modified":"2025-02-07T14:56:54","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T19:56:54","slug":"adult-learners-online-learning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning","title":{"rendered":"Adult Learners &amp; Online Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='Hero \nHero--image '>\n  <div class=\"wrapper relative\">\n    <div class=\"Hero__content flush\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-right\">\n      <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading Hero__title\">Online Learning for Working Adults<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n      <nav class=\"Breadcrumbs\">\n        <div class=\"aioseo-breadcrumbs\"><span class=\"aioseo-breadcrumb\">\n\tHome\n<\/span><\/div>      <\/nav>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n      <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Hero__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-hero.jpg\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" alt=\"\" data-animate data-animation=\"zoom-out\" \/>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<main id=\"content\">\n  <div class=\" \">\n\n<nav class='Subnav Subnav--full' aria-label=\"Sub navigation\">\n  <div class=\" \">\n\n<h2 class=\"Subnav__heading\">In This Section Menu<\/h2>\n<button class=\"Subnav__toggle\" data-height data-expand aria-expanded=\"true\">\n  <div class=\" \">\n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">In This Section<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n  <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n<\/button>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list Subnav__list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/georgiasouthern.edu\/academics\/online-programs\/\" title=\"\">Online Programs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/credit-for-prior-learning\" title=\"\">Credit for Prior Learning<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/academics.georgiasouthern.edu\/ce\/\" title=\"\">Continuing &amp; Professional Education<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/scholarships\" title=\"\">Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/resources\" title=\"\">Resources for Adult Learners<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/nav>\n\n  <div class=\"container-sm space-sm flush\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n    <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reignite Your Passion for Learning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you thinking about returning to or starting college as an adult? 橘子视频 powers success for all, including adult learners at various life stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Direct your future through our accelerated, online and in-person degree programs, as well as bachelor\u2019s completion and continuing education programs available through the <a href=\"https:\/\/academics.georgiasouthern.edu\/i3s\/associates-degrees\/\" title=\"\">Institute for Innovative and Integrated Studies<\/a>. With reasonable tuition rates, credit for prior learning and impactful financial aid opportunities, including scholarships and grants, Georgia Southern stands as the ideal destination for adult education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join a community of driven professionals and lifelong learners just like yourself. Wherever you are along your educational journey, you won\u2019t walk alone as we guide you through each step and provide support along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/georgiasouthern.edu\/admissions-aid\/apply\/\" class=\"Button \" ref=\"\">Undergraduate Application<\/a>\n\n<a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/graduate-students\/apply-now\" class=\"Button \" ref=\"\">Graduate Application<\/a>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class=\"Cards flush \">\n  <div class=\"block-header      block-header--inline\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n\n<div class=\"Section__main flush\">\n\n<div class=\"Cards__grid\">\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vr-adult-learner-built-for-working-adults.jpg\" alt=\"Male adult learner with laptop.\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Built for Working Adults<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Direct your future through our accelerated, online and in-person degree programs, as well as bachelor\u2019s completion and continuing education programs available through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/academics\/online-programs\">GS Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vr-adult-learner-get-credit-save-tuition.jpg\" alt=\"Happy adult woman holding paper reading good news college scholarship received.\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get Credit, Save Tuition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With reasonable tuition rates, credit for prior learning and impactful financial aid opportunities, including scholarships and grants, Georgia Southern Online stands as the ideal destination for adult education.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/vr-adult-learner-streamlined-success.jpg\" alt=\"Adult online learner in online meeting with Georgia Southern success navigator.\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Streamlined Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our success Navigators are your personal advocate, working alongside you providing individualized support that will help you soar further than you can imagine.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container space flush \">\n  <div class=\"Feature \n     flush\">\n    <div class=\"Feature__grid\">\n      <div class=\"Feature__content\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n        <div class=\"Feature__interior\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading Feature__heading\">Take FreeCampus Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure if you are ready to start college again? The University System of Georgia\u2019s (USG) FreeCampus courses offer accessible online learning experiences in business, music and more. Though noncredit, these classes are completely free, enabling you to develop foundational skills and acclimate to the pace and expectations of higher education.<\/p>\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ecore.usg.edu\/courses\/freecore\" class=\"Button \" ref=\"\">Register for USG FreeCampus<\/a>\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class='Feature__image'\n        data-animate data-animation='fade-in-left'>\n                  <figure class=\"Media Media--block-large\">\n            <div class=\"Media__image\">\n              <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-FreeCampus.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/figure>\n              <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"container space\">\n  <div class=\"\">\n    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n  <div class=\"block-header      block-header--inline\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Why Georgia Southern?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class='Stats ' data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n    <div class=\"slider\">\n      <div>\n            <div class=\"Stats__item \n            \"  data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n              <h3 class=\"Stats__value\"><span><\/span><span data-count=\"80\" data-count-start=\"50\"><\/span><span>+<\/span><\/h3>\n              <h4 class=\"Stats__title\">Online undergraduate and graduate programs.<\/h4>\n                          <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n      <div>\n            <div class=\"Stats__item \n             Stats__item--gold\"  data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n              <h3 class=\"Stats__value\"><span><\/span><span data-count=\"5\" data-count-start=\"50\"><\/span><span> Stars<\/span><\/h3>\n              <h4 class=\"Stats__title\">Newsweek and Statista: America&#8217;s Best Online Learning Schools<\/h4>\n              <p>橘子视频 is the ONLY 5-Star Online Learning School in Georgia, according to Newsweek and Statista<\/p>            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n      <div>\n            <div class=\"Stats__item \n            Stats__item--gray\"  data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n              <h3 class=\"Stats__value\"><span>Top <\/span><span data-count=\"49\" data-count-start=\"50\"><\/span><span><\/span><\/h3>\n              <h4 class=\"Stats__title\">Most affordable online schools in 2024, according to Best Value Schools.<\/h4>\n                          <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n      \n    <\/div>\n    <span class=\"flickity-status\"><\/span>\n\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"container-sm space-sm flush\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n    <div class=\"flush\">\n<figure class=\"image image--left\"><div><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2022-bcfa-flexible-affordable-250x261-1-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Abound 2022 Best Colleges for Adults - Flexible &amp; 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At the same time, you can experience hands-on learning opportunities, real-world insights and a collaborative environment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n\n\n<div class=\"Panel__grid  Panel__grid--2\">\n\n<div class=\"Panel__item flush \">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/academics\/online-programs\" title=\"\">All Online Programs<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our fully online degrees and courses enable you to access a high-quality education around your schedule and obligations. Through our interactive online platform, you engage with dedicated instructors and connect with fellow students.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Panel__item flush \">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/accelerated-programs\" title=\"\">Accelerated Programs<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to accommodate the busy schedules of working professionals and adult learners, our accelerated programs allow you to expedite your degree completion without compromising on academic rigor.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Panel__item flush \">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/get-a-graduate-degree\" title=\"\">Graduate Programs<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our graduate programs offer a pathway to professional growth and advancement \u2014 elevate your skills, pursue a specialization or explore new career opportunities.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Panel__item flush \">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/additional-learning\" title=\"\">Continuing Education<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay current and relevant in today&#8217;s ever-changing workforce by learning new skills, earning professional certifications or participating in career training.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container space flush \">\n  <div class=\"Feature \n     flush\">\n    <div class=\"Feature__grid\">\n      <div class=\"Feature__content\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n        <div class=\"Feature__interior\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading Feature__heading\">橘子视频 Today, Start Anytime<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand the challenges of balancing college with a busy work and life schedule, but at Georgia Southern, beginning your degree has never been more convenient. Adding flexibility to your college endeavor, our eight-week minimesters let you choose from multiple start times during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. With a wide range of courses primarily offered online, it\u2019s easy to stay on track and complete your academic goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class='Feature__image'\n        data-animate data-animation='fade-in-left'>\n                  <figure class=\"Media Media--block-large\">\n            <div class=\"Media__image\">\n              <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-apply-today.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/figure>\n              <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class='Router flush '>\n    <div class=\"Router__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"Section__main flush\">\n<ul class=\"Router__list\">\n  <div class=\" \">\n\n  <li data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n\n    <a class=\"Router__link\" href=\"https:\/\/coursesearch.georgiasouthern.edu\/\" target=\"\">\n      Full term      <span class=\"link-arrow\"><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/li>\n\n\n\n  <li data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n\n    <a class=\"Router__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/minimester\/\" target=\"\">\n      Minimesters 1 and 2      <span class=\"link-arrow\"><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/li>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"container-sm space-sm flush\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n    <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p><em>Note: Start times may or may not be available for your selected major. Contact your Admissions Counselor to learn more about specific degree start times.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class=\"Cards flush \">\n  <div class=\"block-header      block-header--inline\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"apply\">How to 橘子视频 as an Adult Learner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever your goals are, you can achieve them at Georgia Southern. Discover your opportunities and how we specifically support adult and online learners.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n\n<div class=\"Section__main flush\">\n\n<div class=\"Cards__grid\">\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-college-first-time.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/go-to-college-for-the-first-time\" title=\"\">Go to College for the First Time<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand the unique needs of adult learners like you, and we guide you every step of the way. Learn how to apply and explore our support services.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-complete-bachelors.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/finish-my-degree\" title=\"\">Complete My Bachelor&#8217;s<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Life can sometimes interrupt your educational pursuits, but it&#8217;s never too late to finish what you started. Review the path to graduation and achieve your long-awaited goal.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-graduate-degree.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/get-a-graduate-degree\" title=\"\">Get a Graduate Degree<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Advance your career and expand your knowledge with a graduate degree from Georgia Southern.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-second-bachelors.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/post-baccalaureate\" title=\"\">Get a Second Bachelor&#8217;s Degree<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to pursue a new interest or switch career paths? Georgia Southern\u2019s second bachelor&#8217;s degree programs allow you to explore different fields and enhance your skills.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-expand-career.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/additional-learning\" title=\"\">Expand My Career Opportunities<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re looking to climb the corporate ladder, transition to a new industry or acquire specialized skills, discover certificates and courses that align with the demands of today&#8217;s job market.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"Cards__item\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <div class=\"Cards__image\">\n    <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"4:3\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fp-georgia-southern-onine-keep-learning.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"Cards__content flush\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/just-keep-learning\" title=\"\">Just Keep Learning<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning is a lifelong journey, and our 62+ and Personal Enrichment programs help you further your knowledge and dive into your interests.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class=\"Section\">\n  <div class=\"block-header      \">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"admission-requirements\">Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n\n<div class=\"Section__main flush\">\n\n<div class=\"Accordion\">\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">Adult and Non-Traditional First-Year Students<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>Acceptance is based on the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have been out of high school at least five years or high school class graduated at least five years ago.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a high school diploma from an accredited or approved high school as specified in the Board of Regents policy section 402.0101 or have satisfactorily completed the GED, HiSET, or TASC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have earned between zero (0) and 29 transferable semester credit hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a 2.0 or higher on all attempted college work.*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon admission, you may be required to take the ACCUPLACER test, a computerized placement test that measures skills in math, reading and writing. Contact the <a href=\"http:\/\/academics.georgiasouthern.edu\/success\/\" title=\"\">Academic Success Center<\/a> to schedule a time to take the test. The ACCUPLACER must be completed prior to enrollment. Contact the Academic Success Center for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*If you have under a 2.0 on all attempted college work, you may contact our office to discuss additional options.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">Adult and Non-Traditional Transfer Students<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>Most adult transfer students are actually admitted as a regular transfer student. <a href=\"https:\/\/georgiasouthern.edu\/admissions-aid\/transfer\/\" title=\"Transfer\">Learn more about transfer admissions here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acceptance is based on the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have been out of high school at least five years or high school class graduated at least five years ago.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a high school diploma from an accredited or approved high school as specified in the Board of Regents policy section 402.0101 or have satisfactorily completed the GED, HiSET or TASC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have earned 30+ transferable semester credit hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a 2.0 or higher on all attempted college work.*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>*If you have under a 2.0 GPA on all attempted college work, you may contact our office to discuss additional options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been out of college for five or more years, we strongly recommend that you contact the <a href=\"http:\/\/academics.georgiasouthern.edu\/success\/\" title=\"\">Academic Success Center<\/a> to learn more about the services provided to help you succeed in college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transfer and spring\/fall transient students who have taken remedial, learning support, and\/or required high school curriculum make-up courses in college must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exit those courses successfully, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earn credit for Area A equivalent courses that correspond to the mandated remedial\/learning support courses with a \u201cC\u201d or higher.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">62+ Program<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>Adults 62 years or older who have been residents of Georgia for at least one year may attend college classes at no tuition cost on a space-available basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Admission Requirements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the undergraduate application for admission and submit the $30 application fee online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit proof of age, identification, proof of Georgia residency, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1p4Y1oIsqVCIPbgMEhP1cL4FJK7jUZOKV\/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"\">Senior Citizens Tuition and Fees Waiver<\/a> to the Office of Admissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be notified in writing by the Office of Admissions as soon as your admissions process is completed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Degree-Seeking 62+ Students Only<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Submit an official high school transcript (or GED scores) to the Office of Admissions if you have no prior college work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have previously attended college, submit official college transcripts from all prior institutions to the Office of Admissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take the Accuplacer placement exam through Testing Services. This exam will determine if you need to take refresher courses in reading, English, and\/or mathematics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After taking the Accuplacer exam, contact the <a href=\"\/academics\/advising\/academics-101\" title=\"\">Advisement Center<\/a> to schedule your advising appointment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you previously attended Georgia Southern or Armstrong State but have been away for three semesters or more, you must reapply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Auditors\/Non-Degree Seeking Students<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are auditing as a 62+ student, have official transcripts sent from the last college attended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accuplacer placement exam is not required if you choose to audit your classes instead of taking them for credit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For registration questions, please visit or contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/em.georgiasouthern.edu\/registrar\/\" title=\"\">Office of the Registrar<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may sign up for any class provided you meet pre-requisites and the course is not closed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must select AUDIT or CREDIT on the advisement form. This selection cannot be changed after the semester begins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>62+ students who wish to enter closed courses must get the signature of the class professor and the department head prior to registration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Payment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You do not have to pay tuition or student activities\/athletic fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You do, however, have to pay:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>laboratory fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>parking fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>book fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>special course fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>equipment fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class=\"Section\">\n  <div class=\"block-header      \">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Aid and Support for Adult Learners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about how Georgia Southern supports adult and online students, including through scholarships, grants and credit for prior learning.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n\n<div class=\"Section__main flush\">\n\n<div class=\"Accordion\">\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">How to 橘子视频 for Aid<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>Upon enrolling at Georgia Southern, your first step should be to <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\" title=\"\">complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA\u00ae)<\/a>. This crucial form allows both the U.S. federal government and Georgia Southern to assess your eligibility for federal grants, loans and work-study programs. It&#8217;s important to note that federal aid is not restricted by age \u2014 whether you&#8217;re an adult learner or a high school senior, you complete the same FAFSA\u00ae.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you find that you don&#8217;t qualify for grants, filling out the FAFSA\u00ae is still highly beneficial. It enables you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition-and-scholarships\/types-of-aid\/loans\" title=\"Loans\">access federal and state-funded student loans<\/a>, which typically offer lower interest rates and more favorable repayment terms compared to private student loans. By taking advantage of these options, you can effectively manage your finances and minimize your educational expenses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">Scholarships for Adult Learners<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>You may feel like you don\u2019t fit the conventional student mold and that there are no scholarship opportunities available for you. Here, that\u2019s not the case \u2014 we make affordability our mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore internal and external scholarship opportunities designed to support adult learners like you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osherfoundation.org\/scholars.html\" title=\"\">Osher Reentry Scholarship Program<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gafutures.org\/hope-state-aid-programs\/scholarships-grants\/hero\/\" title=\"\">Georgia HERO Scholarship Program<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition-and-scholarships\/types-of-aid\/scholarships\" class=\"Button \" ref=\"\">Explore All Scholarships<\/a>\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">Grants for Adults Going Back to School<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>Grants serve as invaluable financial aid resources for adults returning to school. These awards, unlike loans, do not require repayment, making them highly beneficial for students seeking assistance with tuition and other educational expenses. Completing the FAFSA\u00ae opens avenues to access these grants, providing pivotal financial support to adult learners as they pursue their educational goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Potential grant opportunities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Federal Pell Grant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants (IASG)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public Safety Memorial Grant (Law Enforcement)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant (TEACH)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition-and-scholarships\/types-of-aid\/grants\" class=\"Button \" ref=\"\">Learn More About Grants<\/a>\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__item\">\n\n<h3 class=\"Accordion__heading\" data-expanded=\"false\" data-animate data-animation=\"fade-in-up\">\n  <button class=\"Accordion__toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n    \n\n<span class=\"wp-block-custom-text\">Credit for Prior Learning<\/span>\n\n\n    <span class=\"close-toggle\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"Accordion__content\">\n  <div class=\"Accordion__wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"Accordion__interior flush\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<p>Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) at 橘子视频 recognizes and documents learning acquired outside of formal education, assigning credit to subject-relevant exams, licenses, military service and other experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program acknowledges what students have achieved through these ventures and determines credit value through a structured evaluation system. For students, this program results in fewer repeated courses and helps them save both time and money in working toward their degrees. <a href=\"\/admissions-aid\/adult-learners-online-learning\/credit-for-prior-learning\" title=\"\">Learn more about how you can receive credit for prior learning<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class=\" \">\n  <div class=\"block-header      block-header--inline\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  \n\n<div class=\"Section__main flush\">\n<div class=\"Table  \">\n  <div class=\"Table__scroll Table__stack\">\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_6016\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent bootstrap3 colored_table\">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_0\" data-footable_id=\"6016\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Adult Learners Contact Information\"            id=\"footable_6016\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_1631450445_6016\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_6016 ninja_table_unique_id_1631450445_6016 table  nt_type_legacy_table table-condensed vertical_centered ninja_custom_color inverted footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_2 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_3 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_4 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                                                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_office_of_adult_and_online_learning \">Office of Adult and Online Learning<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_new_undergraduate_students_and_former_returning_students \">New Undergraduate Students and Former &amp; Returning Students<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_2 ninja_clmn_nm_new_graduate_students \">New Graduate Students<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_3 ninja_clmn_nm_division_of_continuing_and_professional_education \">Division of Continuing and Professional Education<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_4 ninja_clmn_nm_military_and_veterans \">Military and Veterans<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"3\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_3\">\n            <td>gsadultonline@georgiasouthern.edu<\/td><td>admissions@georgiasouthern.edu<\/td><td>gradadmissions@georgiasouthern.edu<\/td><td>cpe@georgiasouthern.edu<\/td><td>mvs@georgiasouthern.edu<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"4\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_4\">\n            <td>912-478-5732<\/td><td>912-478-5391<\/td><td>912-478-5384<\/td><td>912-478-5555<\/td><td>912-478-6872<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"container space flush\">\n  <div class=\"CTAFeature\">\n    <div class=\"CTAFeature__image\" data-animate=\"true\" data-animation=\"fade-in-right\">\n      <figure class=\"Media\">\n        <div class=\"Media__image\">\n          <div class=\"frame\" data-ratio=\"3:2\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.georgiasouthern.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/georgia-southern-academics-cta-panel.jpg\" alt=\"Georgia Southern students in caps and gowns sit in the audience during commencement\">\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/figure>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"flush\" data-animate=\"true\" data-animation=\"fade-in-left\">\n      <div class=\"Feature__interior\">\n  <div class=\"flush\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take the Next Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover the convenience of online learning, interact in face-to-face adult education classes or complete a skills certificate. 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