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Sponsored Education Admissions

Sponsored Education Admissions

Georgia Aquarium offers the Sponsored Education Admissions (SEA) Grant to select Title I Schools in the State of Georgia. This grant provides free self-guided admission when visiting with a field trip, ensuring that diverse audiences, regardless of economic status, have an opportunity to experience the wonders of the Aquarium. We are able to provide the SEA Grant thanks to private charitable donations from generous corporations, foundations and individuals.

Please read the below information and guidelines before applying.

 

 

Eligibility Requirements

Title 1 School in the State of Georgia that receives at least 60% free/reduced lunch

Non-Profit Organizations with education as part of its mission are approved on a case-by-case basis

Submission of an application or if granted in previous school years does not guarantee approval.

The SEA Grant is offered based on availability of limited funds.

 

Application Information

Please Review the Following for Application Process & Requirements
  • Applications must be accurate and completed in its entirety to be considered
  • One application submitted per educator
  • Maximum of 150 students covered per application
  • Maximum of 3 approved applications per school
  • Approved groups from your school must visit on different days
  • Applications may take up to 6 weeks to be reviewed
  • If you submit a reservation form for a paid field trip, you will be disqualified from receiving the SEA Grant

Reservations

  • Available Monday – Friday from August 15, 2022 – March 31, 2023. Unavailable during summer months.
  • Arrival times available between 9:30am – 3:30pm, subject to availability.
  • Entire group must be present before allowed entry to the Aquarium.
  • The SEA Grant only covers self-guided general admission and does not include the potential cost of transportation, parking, meals, or any other related field trip costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • After I submit my application, when will I receive a response?

    We accept applications on a rolling basis and do our best to send approved/denied emails as quickly as possible. Applications may take up to 6 weeks to be reviewed. We thank you in advance for your patience.

  • Can we bring our own lunches?

    We are unable to allow outside food or drink into the facility, and we are unable to store any lunches or coolers. There are multiple areas to picnic near Georgia Aquarium, and we have meal options available for your group to purchase in advance.

  • Where do buses park?

    Buses park in the Georgia World Congress Center Marshaling Yard. Information on how to purchase bus parking will be included on the confirmation email if applications is approved.

  • Additional Questions?

    Email sponsored@georgiaaquarium.org if you have any questions. Please allow up to 48 business hours for responses.

Our Generous Benefactors

Georgia Aquarium gives a special thanks to Active Pest Control, Publix Super Markets Charities and Ford Motor Company Fund for being generous benefactors of this program.

 

Have More Questions?

If you have additional questions or need assistance, please email sponsored@georgiaaquarium.org.

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