Are you a high school senior or a student looking to make your mark in education? The University of Kentucky (UK) is excited to announce the Incoming Student Scholarship for the 2025 academic year, specifically for students enrolling in the Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 semesters. This is an incredible opportunity for incoming students to receive financial support while pursuing their educational goals.
Scholarship Overview
Deadline to Apply: February 1, 2025
The Incoming Student Scholarship is designed for graduating high school seniors or applicants who have not previously attended college. This scholarship program allows students to be automatically considered for all College of Education scholarships that align with their qualifications.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for these prestigious scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Acceptance to the University of Kentucky: Students must have been accepted into the university prior to applying for the scholarship.
- Declared Major in the College of Education: Applicants must have declared a major in the College of Education at UK.
Additional Considerations
Scholarship awards are highly competitive, and decisions are made by a committee based on various criteria, including:
- Merit: Academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and community service.
- Declared Major: Certain scholarships may be specific to particular majors within the College of Education.
- Geographic Location: Some awards may prioritize students from specific regions.
- Financial Need: To be considered for needs-based scholarships, applicants must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) here https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
All students who apply will receive email communication regarding their scholarship status, whether they have been selected or not.
How to Apply?
Applying for the Incoming Student Scholarship is straightforward. Here’s how you can submit your application:
- Acceptance to the University: Ensure you are accepted to the University of Kentucky.
- LinkBlue Account: Use your LinkBlue credentials to log into Scholarship Universe. If you haven’t activated your LinkBlue account yet, be sure to do so before applying.
- Scholarships Call Letter: https://education.uky.edu/academics/scholarships
- Complete the Application: Find and fill out the College of Education General Scholarship – Incoming Freshmen application. Remember, once you submit your application, you cannot change or update it, so make sure all information is accurate and complete.
Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by the deadline of February 1, 2025.