Academic Scholarship Opportunities
Austin Peay State University offers a range of academic, competitive, talent-based, major-specific, and out-of-state scholarships for incoming freshmen, transfer students, and out-of-state students. Use the links below to explore scholarships based on your student type.
Browse Scholarships by Student Type
Freshman Scholarship Opportunities
Guaranteed and competitive scholarships for first-time freshman students. Several scholarships are automatically awarded based on your high school GPA — no separate application required.
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Transfer Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships for students transferring to APSU from a community college or four-year institution, including guaranteed scholarships based on your transfer GPA.
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Out-of-State Scholarship Opportunities
The Governor's Out-of-State Scholarship awards $5,760 per year to eligible first-time freshman students from outside Tennessee with a 3.5 or higher high school GPA.
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Private Admissions Scholarships
Privately funded scholarships awarded through the APSU Admissions application, including the Alumni Legacy Scholarship and the Bibb Scholarship.
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Major-Specific Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships offered through individual academic departments and colleges based on your area of study.
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Study Abroad Scholarships
Scholarships available for APSU students participating in study abroad and international exchange programs.
Maintaining Your Scholarship
All APSU academic scholarships require students to meet minimum GPA and enrollment standards each semester. Review the Academic Scholarship Retention Requirements to understand what is needed to keep your award.
Apply for Additional Scholarships
APSU offers general and departmental scholarships through an online application, available to all students. Every student is encouraged to apply — scholarships are available for a wide range of academic backgrounds, interests, and circumstances.