Top 29 Tennessee Scholarships in September 2023

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Are you a K-12, art and nature-loving student who lives within a 75-mile radius of the National Bird Dog Museum in Grand Junction, Tennessee? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you: the Bird Dog Foundation Annual Youth Art Contest! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $2,000 to applicants who submit the best art depicting wildlife and related themes such as nature conservation. The contest is hosted by The National Bird Dog Museum in Grand Junction, Tennessee, which is “dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of bird dog, field trial, and hunting traditions.” If you live within a 75-mile radius of Grand Junction, Tennessee, and want to put your artistic talents to good use, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a graduate student interested in working directly with children to address their special needs? If so, consider applying for the NAJA Graduate Scholarship Program! The program is open to students pursuing graduate-level studies for one year in fields that address the special needs of children and youth. Some such needs may include counseling, mental health, special education, speech pathology, exceptional children, remedial skills development, and gifted and talented. To help address these needs, the scholarship program was created by the National Association of Junior Auxiliaries (NAJA). Since 1962, the Junior Auxiliary Project has served to help children and make a difference in their lives by providing support, resources, and education for its programs. Each year, multiple scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to help pay for the education of students planning to work with children. If you are interested in working with children and attending to their special needs, we encourage you to apply!

The Tennessee Student Assistance Award Program (TSAA) was established to provide non-repayable financial assistance to financially-needy undergraduate students. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment, at least half-time, at a public or an eligible non-public postsecondary institution in Tennessee. Because available funding is insufficient to reach all eligible applicants, early filing of the FAFSA is strongly encouraged. While applicants should aim to submit the FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1st, the deadline is February 1st. Awards will be made until funds are depleted, and first priority will be given to U.S. citizens. If you're a Tennessee resident seeking help to pay for your post-secondary education, we encourage you to apply!

Discover the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship, an incredible opportunity for recent high school graduates in Tennessee. This scholarship is exclusively for Tennessee residents who enroll in an eligible Tennessee postsecondary institution within 16 months of graduation. Tennessee residents who enrolled in an out-of-state institution after high school are also eligible if they transfer to an eligible Tennessee postsecondary institution. The HOPE Scholarship program awards courses leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree program. Don't miss out on this chance to receive financial assistance for your education. Submit your application by September 1st for the fall semester or February 1st for the spring and summer semesters. Keep reading for more information!

The Tennessee HOPE Scholarship for Nontraditional Students is an incredible opportunity for Tennessee residents who are nontraditional post-secondary students. Applicants must be independent students enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program at an eligible Tennessee four-year postsecondary institution. To apply, students must submit the FAFSA by September 1 for the Fall semester, and by February 1st for the Spring and Summer semesters. If the scholarship is awarded to a student, the recipient must maintain continuous enrollment, a low adjusted gross income, and satisfactory academic progress to renew it. This is a perfect opportunity for those who are looking to further their education and achieve their dreams. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

The Ned McWherter Scholars Program is a great opportunity for academically excellent Tennessee high school seniors to pursue their post-secondary education in-state. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and a score of 29 on the ACT or SAT equivalent, and attend any college or university in Tennessee. This scholarship is the perfect way for Tennessee residents to kickstart their college careers. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to achieve academic excellence in The Volunteer State!

The TEA Don Sahli-Kathy Woodall Sons and Daughters Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for high school seniors who are planning to enroll in a Tennessee college or university in preparation for becoming a teacher, or who an undergraduate or graduate student preparing to become a teacher and who are enrolled in a Tennessee college or university. All applicants must be children of TEA members. This scholarship is specifically designed for those who are planning to, or already are, majoring in Education. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and pursue your dreams!

The TEA Don Sahli-Kathy Woodall Future Teachers of America Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for high school seniors who are passionate about education. If you're planning to major in education and attend a Tennessee college or university, this scholarship is for you! To be eligible, your high school must have an FTA Chapter affiliated with TEA. Don't miss out on this chance to pursue your dreams and make a difference in the lives of future generations!

The Jennifer Casey Alderman Legacy Scholarship Award is open to young adults who have lost a parent to metastatic breast cancer or have financial hardship due to a parent currently living with metastatic breast cancer who wishes to seek higher education as a post-high school graduate. At this time scholarship applications will be considered from individuals living in IN, KY, OH, or TN. To apply for the Jennifer Casey Alderman Legacy Scholarship, submit a written essay about the subject of your choice, no more than five pages in length. Applicants should include proof of nominee qualifications either in the form of an obituary, a copy of the death certificate, or a signed letter from the parents’ medical oncologist. Applications should be submitted to: Twisted Pink – Jennifer Casey Alderman Legacy Scholarship Award, 8016 Vinecrest Avenue #2, Louisville, KY 40222. Email applications can be sent to [email protected] with the Subject "Jennifer Casey Alderman Legacy Scholarship Award".

The Dependent Children Scholarship Program is exclusively designed for dependent children of Tennessee's brave law enforcement officers, firemen, and emergency medical service technicians. If their heroic parents have tragically lost their lives or suffered permanent disabilities while dutifully serving, this scholarship is here to help. Open to full-time undergraduate students attending an eligible Tennessee postsecondary institution, this scholarship offers a chance to pursue one's academic dreams without financial worries. Keep up the good work academically, and this scholarship can support you for up to four academic years. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply.

The Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants Educational & Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program makes scholarships available to undergraduate and graduate students who have completed introductory accounting courses and are planning to take the CPA exam. The committee's goal is to support students entering the accounting profession. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply if they meet the eligibility requirements.

The American Legion Colonel Frederick B. Bowling, JROTC Cadet of the Year scholarship is an exclusive opportunity for Tennessee JROTC cadets who have been awarded with The American Legion General Military Excellence or Scholastic Award Medals and received the Certificate. The awarding of these medals must come from an adopting American Legion Post. Applicants must be recommended by their JROTC Senior Instructor. If you're eligible, don't miss out on this chance to be recognized for your hard work and dedication to your JROTC program!

The Smartwool Scholarship will provide scholarships to students attending an HBCU in North Carolina or Tennessee. All academic majors are welcome, with preference given to applicants majoring in design, fashion, finance, marketing, operations, textiles, and similar studies. Applicant must have demonstrable engagement with the outdoors.

The Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be entering a college or university in the Southeastern Theater Conference (SETC) region to major in theater. The SETC region includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. If you're a college-bound student in the SETC region with a passion for theater, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

Are you a Black, college-bound high school senior or current college student who will be enrolled in an accredited university for this upcoming academic year? If so, you may be eligible for the Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest! Each year, the contest awards $5,000 to the top 30 high school applicants and $3,500 to the top 30 college applicants. In order to apply, you must submit an essay (500 words or less) or a video (3 minutes or less) about a Black American individual that has inspired you and their contributions. The scholarship is offered by Regions Bank, a banking service dedicated to keeping customers first, providing tech-driven convenience, and being a strong community partner. Bear in mind that you must reside or attend a college in a state with Regions full-service branches in order to apply. To find out whether or not your state is eligible, keep on reading. If it is, we encourage you to apply!

The Noah Thomas Foster Memorial Scholarship is offered to high school seniors who will be attending a two- or four-year college or university. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.