The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will welcome 95 students from across the state this fall as its newest class of Distinguished Tennessean Scholars, honoring its continued commitment to providing Tennessee students with access to scholarships and college degrees.
“The Distinguished Tennessean Scholarship is a reflection of how future Volunteers are lighting the way for others before their time on Rocky Top even begins,” said Vice Provost for Enrollment Management Kari Alldredge. “This year, it’s a privilege to recognize a Distinguished Tennessean from each of our 95 counties. We are excited to celebrate these scholars for the ways they have made a positive impact in their communities and for what they will accomplish in the years ahead.”
The university launched the Distinguished Tennessean Scholarship in fall 2022 with the goal of recognizing one student from each county across the state for exceptional academic performance, demonstrated community involvement and a passion for the Volunteer spirit. Since then, the university has awarded upwards of $7 million to 278 Distinguished Tennessean Scholars. The scholarship covers tuition and mandatory fees and is renewable for four years.
Admitted first-year in-state students are automatically considered for the Distinguished Tennessean Scholarship. To receive priority consideration, students should apply for admission by Nov. 1 of their senior year of high school. Recipients must be admitted to the university and enroll for the fall semester immediately following their graduation from a Tennessee high school.
In addition to the Distinguished Tennessean Scholarship, the university offers the Tri-Star Scholarship program, the Volunteer Scholarship, the Orange and White Scholarship and other institutional scholarships to Tennessee residents. Information on scholarship opportunities and application deadlines can be found on the One Stop website.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Maggie Palmer (865-974-393, mpalme19@utk.edu)
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