Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships

Based on your GPA and ACT scores, you may automatically qualify for renewable merit scholarships—no separate application required.

Chancellor’s Scholar – Full Tuition
Awarded to incoming freshmen with a 3.7+ GPA and ACT 30 or higher. This is UT Southern’s highest academic honor, recognizing exceptional achievement and leadership. Each academic program offers one full-tuition Chancellor’s Scholar award. Eligible students are considered in order of enrollment, with award confirmation secured upon receipt of the non-refundable enrollment deposit.

Provost’s Scholar – $6,000 annually
Awarded to students with ACT score starting at 27.

Dean’s Scholar – $3,000 annually
Awarded to students with ACT score starting at 22.

Firehawk Scholar – $1,500 annually
Awarded to students with ACT score starting at 19.

Rising Scholar – $1,000 annually
Awarded to students with ACT score starting at 18.

All merit scholarships are renewable for up to four years (eight semesters) of full-time undergraduate enrollment, provided academic standards for renewal are maintained.

The UT Promise: Free Tuition for Qualifying Students

We’re committed to providing access to all – and for many Tennessee residents, that means the guarantee of a free education. The UT Promise scholarship provides free tuition and mandatory fees for those who meet specific criteria.