Where can I find scholarship opportunities?

Tennessee HOPE Scholarship—Non-traditional Component
The non-traditional student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be an entering freshman at the minimum age of 25 years as of the date of enrollment. An “entering freshman” is defined as a student who is for the first time attempting any semester hours at any postsecondary school after graduating from high school, home school or obtaining a GED. The adjusted gross income attributable to the student must be no more than $36,000 per year.

Additionally, these students must work their way into the HOPE Scholarship program by attempting the first 24 semester hours with a minimum grade point average of 2.75. Students are eligible to receive the HOPE Scholarship in the semester following the one in which this academic requirement is met.

To continue receiving the HOPE Scholarship, the adult learner must maintain satisfactory academic progress, maintain the adjusted gross income requirement, and be continuously enrolled with a minimum of 6 semester hours each semester.

Scholarships from Employers

The first step in any adult student's financial aid search should be to see what scholarships are offered through his/her employer. While it was once common for only large employers to support postsecondary education for their workers, this benefit is quickly gaining in popularity as more adults decide to return to school. Depending upon your company and the amount of time you've been employed in your current position, you may be eligible to receive scholarships of between $100 and $15,000.

Scholarships from Professional Organizations

If you belong to any applicable professional associations, contact an organization representative to see if the group offers any scholarship opportunities.

Scholarship Links

APSU Scholarships

College Scholarships

Where can I find child care?

The Austin Peay State University Child Learning Center serves children of APSU students, staff and faculty as well as children in the community. The Child Learning Center is located in the Sexton building on Eighth Street and serves children from 2 1/2 to 5yrs of age.   Parents are encouraged to visit the center prior to making a decision to enroll their child.