Graduate HOPE Scholarship
Eligible students who earn a bachelor's degree from an approved Tennessee college or university can continue receiving HOPE Lottery Scholarship funding as they pursue a graduate degree at Austin Peay State University.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Graduate HOPE Scholarship, you must meet all of the following:
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Earned a bachelor's degree from an eligible Tennessee college or university on or after July 1, 2023
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Have not reached the HOPE Scholarship's 5-year eligibility limit
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Enroll in an eligible advanced degree program at APSU in the semester immediately following receipt of your bachelor's degree
All standard HOPE Scholarship renewal requirements — including GPA benchmarks and enrollment minimums — continue to apply. Visit the Don't Lose Hope page for a full breakdown of renewal criteria.
Award Amount
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Full-time enrollment: $5,700 per year
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Less than full-time: Award is prorated based on the number of enrolled credit hours
How to Apply
The Graduate HOPE Scholarship is awarded through your FAFSA. Submit the FAFSA each year as soon as it opens, and check with TSAC for annual deadlines.