Saturdays with Sandra | Can the DREAM Scholarship Fix College Dropouts?

A new scholarship could quietly change thousands of Georgia students’ futures. Sandra Parrish talks with former Governor and current University System Chancellor Sonny Perdue about the DREAM Scholarship, a needs‑based program designed to keep students from dropping out due to financial strain. Perdue explains how even a few hundred dollars can determine whether a student earns a degree — and why Georgia is finally addressing the gap left by HOPE. They also break down the program’s expansion, eligibility, funding challenges, and why work‑study requirements ensure students stay invested. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra www.1011thepulse.com ios App Android App Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter00:38 What the DREAM Scholarship Is02:15 Why Students Drop Out Over Small Costs03:40 Funding, Expansion, and Legislative Hurdles04:35 Eligibility, FAFSA, and Work Requirements05:55 Grant Amounts and Institutional Decisions06:50 Closing Thoughts and Final RemarksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.