Current Students

Georgia Southern students attend a class where they are working on a project together.

2025 – 2026 FASFA Application

The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) opens on December 1, 2024.

Define Your Path and Impact

You’ve come to Georgia Southern University to blaze a trail toward your future. And we’re here to provide you with all the resources to get there. From meal plans to career guidance and financial aid to student research opportunities, we’re devoted to making sure you get the most out of your college experience. 

A big part of that is getting involved — on campus, in the community and with your own education. The resources we’ve compiled below help you plan your next steps, whether you’ve just arrived or see graduation on the horizon.

Resources for New Students

Congratulations — you’re an Eagle! Get your first year off to a great start when you take care of the to-dos and explore the helpful tips, tricks and hints on this list.

Advisement and Registration

Advisors guide you through everything degree-related. Set up an appointment or use any of the resources here to choose your classes, discuss major requirements and more.

Financial Aid and Accounts

Our students don’t just succeed — they do so with less debt. Learn more about paying for your education, from costs and financial aid to scholarships and more funding opportunities.

Student Support Services

You’re meant to shine, and we empower you to grow into your brightest self. From resources that even the playing field to addressing your mental and physical health, we’re here for every stage of your journey.

Research Opportunities

Graduate and undergraduate students gain valuable experience working with Georgia Southern researchers on some of society’s biggest challenges, from coastal resilience and sustainable fuels to wellness and community vitality.

Graduate Student Resources

Focus on your future with resources meant just for graduate students, whether you’re earning a professional degree or pursuing a career in research. Address your mental health, learn about assistantships, access resources for first-generation students and more.

Graduation Information

You’re so close to the finish line! As you get ready for the big day, understand how to apply for graduation, order your cap and gown, and more.

Explore Our Community

As long as you’re at Georgia Southern, our campus is your home. We want you to get out, explore and take advantage of everything we have to offer — and it’s a lot.

georgia Southern University Russell Student Union Rotunda on the Statesboro Campus

Russell Student Union

The hub of our Statesboro Campus is home to student services offices, meeting spaces, computer labs, a ballroom and dining options, including Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Union Deli and Gus Mart.

Georgia Southern students meet for lunch at dining commons on the Statesboro Campus

Dining Facilities & Hours

No need to leave campus — get a sit-down meal in a dining hall, eat on-the-go at one of our retail locations or a food truck, or grab a snack from a convenience store.

Front entrance of the Recreation Activity Center on the Georgia Southern Statesboro Campus

Campus Recreation and Intramurals

Game on! Take a fitness class, work out, join an intramural team or club sport, or play soccer, basketball or volleyball on indoor courts at recreation centers in Statesboro and Savannah.

Group of Georgia Southern students attending a Student Organization event.

Student Organizations

You’ll find more than 300 student organizations to join at Georgia Southern. So no matter what you’re interested in, chances are, you’ll find it here. (And if you don’t, you can start your own group!)

Georgia Southern student attends the Holi festival at Georgia Southern University.

Event Calendar

How do Eagles spend their spare time? See for yourself on our event calendar, which has listings for the arts, athletics, lectures, films and much more.

Georgia Southern student volunteer helps a new Georgia Southern student during freshman move in.

Service Opportunities

Give back through our Serve912 initiative, which sponsors more than a dozen volunteer opportunities in the Statesboro and Savannah communities every week.

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