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 high school transcript, must be received as soon as possible, but by no later than December 1st. The Provost Awards at the University of Kentucky provide renewable scholarships for incoming first-time freshmen who demonstrate strong academic performance.
Scholarship Details
- Renewable academic scholarships for first-time freshmen
- Minimum eligibility: 3.3 GPA and, if applicable, ACT score of 26 or SAT score of 1230
- Only one scholarship award per student
- Automatic consideration for scholarships upon admission
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a resident of Kentucky
- High school GPA of at least 3.3 (unweighted)
- ACT/SAT scores optional; if submitted, must meet minimum thresholds (ACT 26 or SAT 1230)
- Admission application and supporting documents must be submitted by December 1st
Application Process
- Submit a completed admission application to the University of Kentucky
- Provide all required supporting documents, including high school transcripts, by the December 1st deadline
- Test-optional applicants are evaluated based on extensive data assessment and GPA
- Eligible students are automatically considered for scholarships upon admission
For all scholarships listed, students may receive only one award. Scholarship awards are limited and will be offered pending early application and availability of funds. In previous years, funds have been exhausted before the December 1st deadline.