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Fall 2019 Freshmen
The University of Kentucky offers renewable academic, competitive and selective scholarship opportunities for incoming first-time freshmen. Completed admission application and all supporting documents, including qualifying test scores and high school transcript, must be received by December 1, 2018. Combined test scores (super-score) are not considered; for all scholarships listed, students may receive only one award. Scholarship awards will be offered pending early application and availability of funds.
Kentucky Residents
| Scholarship | Type | GPA* | Additional Criteria | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provost | Academic | 3.30 3.30 |
26 ACT or 1240 SAT 28 ACT or 1310 SAT |
$2,500 $5,000 |
| Presidential | Competitive | 3.50 | 31 ACT or 1420 SAT | Full in-state tuition |
| Otis A. Singletary | Competitive | 3.80 | 33 ACT or 1490 SAT | Full in-state tuition + housing stipend** |
| Patterson | Selective | National Merit Finalist or National Hispanic Recognition Scholar; National Merit Finalists must list UK as college choice with National Merit Scholarship Corporation | Full in-state tuition + housing stipend** | |
| Governor’s Scholar Presidential | Selective | 3.50 | 31 ACT or 1420 SAT; completion of Governor's Scholars, School for the Arts or School for Entrepreneurs program | Full in-state tuition |
| Governor’s Scholar Provost | Selective | Completion of Governor's Scholars, School for the Arts or School for Entrepreneurs program | $2,500, with additional funding available for meritorious students up to $5,000 |
*Unweighted. **Housing stipend of $10,000 per year is available for students living on campus in a UK residence hall during the first two years.
Non-Residents
| Scholarship | Type | GPA* | Additional Criteria | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Spirit | Academic | 3.00 3.50 3.50 |
25 ACT or 1200 SAT 25 ACT or 1200 SAT 30 ACT or 1390 SAT |
$8,000 $10,000 $12,500 |
| Presidential | Competitive | 3.50 | 31 ACT or 1420 SAT | Full out-of-state tuition |
| Otis A. Singletary | Competitive | 3.80 | 33 ACT or 1490 SAT | Full out-of-state tuition + housing stipend** |
| Patterson | Selective | National Merit Finalist or National Hispanic Recognition Scholar; National Merit Finalists must list UK as college choice with National Merit Scholarship Corporation | Full out-of-state tuition + housing stipend** |
*Unweighted. **Housing stipend of $10,000 per year is available for students living on campus in a UK residence hall during the first two years.
To Apply
Academic Scholarships
Students who meet the minimum criteria, apply for admission and submit all supporting documents by December 1, 2018, will be considered. No additional application is required.
Competitive Scholarships
Students must apply for admission, complete the competitive scholarship section of the admission application and submit all supporting documents by December 1, 2018, to have their application reviewed in this highly competitive program. A limited number of awards will be offered. Selected applicants may be invited to campus for interviews.
Selective Scholarships
Students must have completed the prestigious programs listed. Students must apply for admission by December 1, 2018. No additional application is required.
All scholarship offerings are subject to change each year.
Additional Opportunities
William C. Parker Diversity Scholarship
UK is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse student population from all segments of society. Incoming freshmen applicants for this competitive scholarship program must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.50. For more information, contact Asia Payne.
RaiseMe Scholarship
High school seniors can earn scholarships from the University of Kentucky for earning good grades, taking challenging courses, participating in community service, extracurricular activities and more. The University of Kentucky is pleased to offer micro-scholarships to eligible incoming freshman students who utilize RaiseMe:
- Visit www.raise.me/join/ukentucky or download the RaiseMe app
- Upload all of your 9-12th grade courses, achievements and activities to RaiseMe by December 1st of the senior year of high school
- Apply to UK at applyuk.com by December 1st
- Achieve a 3.50 high school GPA
You can only access your earnings on RaiseMe if you apply, are admitted, have a at least a 3.50 GPA and enroll at UK. If that happens, you can depend on getting at least the amount you earned on RaiseMe in scholarships or grants from UK. RaiseMe Scholarships are not stackable with academic or competitive scholarships.
College and Department Scholarships
Several colleges and departments at UK administer their own scholarship programs. Students who have chosen an academic program are encouraged to contact their college/department regarding scholarship opportunities. Requirements vary.