The Academic Scholarship Program at Kentucky State University is designed to recognize and reward students who have exemplified academic excellence. Scholarships are awarded by the Admissions Office to entering students who have not completed a bachelor's degree program. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and are renewable for subsequent semesters.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS Based on a maximum of 15 semester credit hours per semester limits.
| Type | Criteria | Value | Renewal | Notification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presidential | Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA; 26 ACT or SAT equivalent | Full tuition (up to 15 hours), room (Double), board, 1,200 book stipend, and fees | Earn 30 non-repeated semester credit hours (fall & spring) & maintain a cumulative 3.2 GPA | Graduating high school seniors will be notified by the Office of Admissions |
| Excellence | Minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA; 24 ACT or SAT equivalent | Value of in-state tuition (up to 15 hours), $ 1/2 $ room (Double), and $ 1/2 $ board | Earn 30 non-repeated semester credit hours (fall & spring) & maintain a cumulative 3.2 GPA | Graduating high school seniors will be notified by the Office of Admissions |
| Thorobred | Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; 21 ACT or SAT equivalent | Value of in-state tuition (up to 15 hours) | Earn 30 non-repeated semester credit hours (fall & spring) & maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA | Graduating high school seniors will be notified by the Office of Admissions |
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