This Scholarship may not be combined with other scholarships that cover tuition costs (Creative Arts, Honors in Discipline, Grad Assistantship, Graduate Tuition Scholarship, Government funding, Fulbright grants, etc.). Scholarship cannot be used when students are paying in-state or E-rate tuition.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): East Tennessee State University, USA
Scholarships to be taken at: East Tennessee State University, USA
Scholarship Type: Tuition award
Scholarship Worth: Graduate ($11,500) & Undergrad ($12,500) per year
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Undergraduate & Graduate
Nationality: International students
About East Tennessee State University Merit Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates are expected to meet the following eligibility conditions to be considered for the Academic Merit Scholarship;
- Apply for admission to ETSU undergraduate admissions and graduate admissions.
- Have or plan to have an F-1 or J-1 student visa (F-1 Visa information, J-1 Visa information).
- Have a demonstrated record of academic achievement.
- Minimum 3.0 high school GPA on the US 4.0 scale (freshman applicants)
- Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA on the US 4.0 scale (undergraduate transfer applicants and graduate applicants)
- English Language Requirement: Applicants may be required to provide evidence of meeting the East Tennessee State University’s minimum English language proficiency requirements.
Application Procedures
- How-to-Apply: All international students who apply for admission to the university are considered for the scholarship. Upon admission, applicants who meet the criteria above will be offered the scholarship automatically
- Applicants who qualify for the scholarship will receive notice of the award in their admission letter. Students who wish to accept the scholarship must complete and submit a scholarship acceptance form within three weeks of the date on the admissions letter.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
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FAQs
1. What is the East Tennessee State University International Students Academic Merit Scholarship?
The East Tennessee State University International Students Academic Merit Scholarship is a financial award offered by East Tennessee State University to support outstanding international students who demonstrate strong academic performance. The scholarship helps reduce tuition costs for qualified undergraduate and graduate students studying at the university. It is designed to attract talented students from around the world and encourage academic excellence.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the International Students Academic Merit Scholarship?
International students who have been admitted to East Tennessee State University as full-time undergraduate or graduate students may apply for the scholarship. Applicants must typically hold a valid F-1 or J-1 visa and meet the university’s academic merit requirements, such as maintaining a strong GPA or equivalent academic records from previous institutions.
3. What benefits does the scholarship provide to international students?
The International Students Academic Merit Scholarship offers partial tuition support to successful applicants. Depending on the level of study and academic achievement, the scholarship may cover a significant portion of tuition fees each academic year. However, recipients are usually responsible for other expenses such as accommodation, health insurance, books, and personal costs.
4. How can international students apply for the scholarship?
To apply, students must first gain admission into a degree program at East Tennessee State University. After receiving an admission offer, eligible international students can complete the scholarship application form through the university’s official scholarship portal. Applicants are often required to submit academic transcripts and meet the stated deadlines to be considered for the award.