Applying for a Scholarship

To apply for an academic and other general scholarships at Austin Peay State University, please contact the office of Student Financial Aid, phone 931-221-7907, e-mail welkerw@apsu.edu or click here.

Many of the private scholarships at Austin Peay are awarded by the academic department involved. (Example: The Frank and Gladys Buhler Scholarship in Health and Human Performance is awarded by that department.) Prospective scholarship applicants should touch base with the office of their particular major to apply for departmental specific scholarships.

Naming Opportunities

Scholarship donors may establish scholarships and name them according to their personal wishes. The desired minimum award is $500 per year.

How can I set up a scholarship fund?

Please contact the University Advancement Office to discuss your desire to set up a private scholarship at Austin Peay. Our staff will be happy to discuss your particular interests and tailor a scholarship according to your wishes that will benefit students at Austin Peay for years to come. Phone 931-221-7127 or e-mail silvas@apsu.edu.

What is the advantage to an endowed scholarship fund?

An endowed scholarship at Austin Peay provides a lasting tribute to a person or persons of a donor’s choice. An endowment of $20,000 to $25,000 provides a $1,000 annual scholarship to a deserving student. The corpus of the endowment is not invaded and thereby assures a legacy to the donor and will perpetually benefit Austin Peay students. For further information on establishing an endowed scholarship at Austin Peay, call 931-221-7199 or e-mail silvas@apsu.edu.