Interest Clubs

GIU Student Interest Clubs

At Georgian International University (GIU), student-led clubs operate based on shared interests, passions, and academic or extracurricular fields.
These clubs provide students with a platform to connect, engage in relevant activities, and help foster a healthy and vibrant campus environment.

To form a new interest-based club, a minimum of three students with a shared interest is required.


Benefits of Registering or Joining a Club:

  • Participation in themed events and projects under the club’s name

  • Eligibility to apply for grant-funded initiatives

  • Opportunity to represent the university at external events

  • Logistical and organizational support from the university

  • Access to university campus spaces for club activities

  • Use of university-provided technical equipment

  • Eligibility for financial support for projects

For more information, contact the Office of Student and Alumni Services and Career Support:
mate.tsulaia@giu.edu.ge


Club Categories and Funding Model

GIU uses a structured categorization system to support and evaluate student interest clubs. Each category has its own criteria and funding eligibility.


Category III – New or Low-Activity Clubs

  • Newly established or operating for less than 1 year

  • Minimum of 3 completed successful projects

  • Member count: 3 to 15

  • Funding limit: up to ₾300 per project

  • Required: basic expense report and brief project summary after each event


Category II – Mid-Level Activity Clubs

  • Operating for at least 2 years

  • Minimum of 6 completed successful projects

  • Member count: 10 to 30

  • Funding limit: up to ₾1,000 per project

  • Required: detailed expense report and event documentation (photos/videos)


Category I – High-Impact, Experienced Clubs

  • Operating for at least 3 years and recognized on campus

  • Minimum of 10 major projects with demonstrated student impact

  • Member count: 20+

  • Funding limit: up to ₾5,000 per project

  • Required: full financial report, detailed project evaluation, and community engagement analysis


Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

  • To upgrade from Category III to Category II, a club must complete 6 successful projects and operate for at least 1 year

  • To upgrade from Category II to Category I, a club must complete 10 impactful projects and operate for at least 2 years

  • Category I clubs may pursue additional funding through university partnerships and international grants