University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
76%
Tuition
in-state: $12,668, out-of-state: $30,858
Eligibility For Public Schools
Unknown
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#103 in National Universities
Scholarships
Andrew D. Holt Scholars Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
3.9
Required SAT
0
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
20-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Applicant typically should have a minimum 3.9 GPA and a minimum composite ACT score of 30. Selection is based upon academic and leadership abilities.
Competitive Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
To apply for competitive scholarships, you must apply for admission by the November 1 deadline. Be prepared to write an essay of about 600 words that describes one important activity outside of class that was an important experience for you, particularly one where you had a leadership role. One must also provide a list any participation in school and community organizations and the number of years you?ve been involved with those groups. List any leadership positions you held during high school. Provide a list of all awards and recognitions you received during high school.
Hope Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1060
Required Act
21
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Entering freshmen must have a minimum of a 21 ACT (980 old SAT or 1060 new SAT), exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests OR
Overall weighted minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) ? This means a grade point average on a 4.0 scale
International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5000 to $10000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
UT?s International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship is a competitive award for freshman and transfer student applicants whose tuition is not supported by sponsorships from governments, organizations, or corporations.
Neyland Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$7,000
Required GPA
4
Required SAT
1420
Required Act
31
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Neyland Scholars
This scholarship honors Gen. Robert R. Neyland, former head coach of the UT football team and UT Athletic Director.
The Neyland Scholarship is a four-year award based on academic merit and leadership, and is awarded to six new recipients each year. Assistance is $7,000 per year for four years.
Peyton Manning Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
The Peyton Manning Scholarship honors Peyton Manning, a 1998 alumnus who distinguished himself through academic achievement, community involvement, and athletic accomplishments.
Varying amounts are awarded as four-year scholarships.
Roddy Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
4
Required SAT
1420
Required Act
31
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Roddy Scholars
Named for Fred M. Roddy, industrialist, inventor, and entrepreneur, and native of Blount County
The Roddy Foundation and the Roddy Endowment fund two separate scholarship programs. Students of any classification-freshman to senior-are eligible for the Roddy undergraduate awards. These students are selected by a committee on the basis of their leadership capabilities and financial need.
Tennessee Scholars
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
4
Required SAT
1420
Required Act
31
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Tennessee Scholars
Twenty-five entering students, including graduating high school students and transfer students, are chosen each year to become Tennessee Scholars. Selection is based on academic merit, extracurricular and community activity, and creativity.
Scholarship support is $5,000 per year for four years, or for five years in standard five-year degree programs.
Volunteer Scholarship Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
$10000 to $18000
Required GPA
3.8
Required SAT
1310
Required Act
28
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Our Volunteer Scholarship program for out-of-state residents recognizes students with an exemplary academic record based on a combination of GPA and test scores.
Volunteer Scholarship Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3000 to $8000
Required GPA
3.8
Required SAT
1310
Required Act
28
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Our Volunteer Scholarship program for Tennessee residents recognizes students with an exemplary academic record based on a combination of GPA and test scores.
Provost Scholarship
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
24-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 530-630
SAT Critical Reading 520-630
SAT Writing Not Reported
Description
Provost Scholarship
This four-year scholarship is awarded to National Merit finalists and National Achievement finalists.
In combination with the National Merit Scholarship, it is valued at $2,000 per year and may be added to other scholarships awarded by UT. It is available to both Tennessee residents and out-of-state students.
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