Hope Scholarship for Graduate Students
Effective Fall 2023, a Hope Scholarship recipient who meets all of the following criteria may be eligible to receive Hope Scholarship funds while enrolled in an advanced degree program.
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Graduates with a Bachelor's degree from an eligible Tennessee college or university on or after July 1, 2023;
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Has not reached the maximum 5-year program completion limit;
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Enrolls in an eligible advanced degree program such as a Master's or Doctoral degree the semester after receiving a Bachelor's degree
All other renewal criteria, such as GPA and continuous enrollment requirements, still apply. These criteria may be reviewed online.
The amount for graduate students is $5,700 per year for full time enrollment. Enrolling less than full time will result in a prorated disbursement.
Learn more about Graduate Studies
How to Apply
The application for the Hope Scholarship is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Application deadlines are set annually by the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation.