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💰 Tennessee Technological University Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
9
Automatic
6
In-State Awards
$2,500-$10,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$2,500-$10,000/yr
Typical Requirements for Automatic Merit
3.4 GPA / 23 ACT

Tennessee Technological University awards merit scholarships automatically on GPA and test scores, with no separate application. Awards run $2,500-$10,000/yr for out-of-state students. Eligibility starts at 3.4 GPA / 23 ACT. Against tuition of $14,190, students receiving the largest award pay about $4,190 a year before other aid.

What you'd actually pay at Tennessee Technological University

Tuition & fees
$14,190
−
Largest annual award
$10,000
=
Students receiving it pay about
$4,190/yr

Tuition and fees only — housing (about $13,302), books and travel are extra. Awards must still be won and may carry renewal conditions. Need-based aid is separate and may reduce this further.

Official Scholarship Information
View complete details on Tennessee Technological University's website
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Automatic merit scholarships at Tennessee Technological University — no separate application

6 awards granted on your admission application, based on GPA and test scores.

$10,000 Presidential Tier
Award
$10,000/yr in-state
$10,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.8+ • ACT 36+ • SAT 1570+
The Presidential Scholars program offers guaranteed scholarships to new freshmen who meet the minimum requirements and apply for admission by the deadlines below. | **Amount Per Year** | **ACT Score** | **SAT Score** | **High School GPA** | **Hope*"
Eligibility: * Must have at least a 3.40 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have at least a 23 ACT Composite score (1130 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * ACT Superscores **cannot** be used for scholarship eligibility. * New ACT scores and high school transcripts can be used to improve scholarship if received by January 15, 2026. No adjustments to scholarships will be made for scores or grades received after that date.
📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA, 12 credits Source ↗
$3,000 Presidential Tier
Award
$3,000/yr in-state
$3,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.4+ • ACT 23+ • SAT 1130+
The Presidential Scholars program offers guaranteed scholarships to new freshmen who meet the minimum requirements and apply for admission by the deadlines below. | **Amount Per Year** | **ACT Score** | **SAT Score** | **High School GPA** | **Hope*"
Eligibility: * Must have at least a 3.40 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have at least a 23 ACT Composite score (1130 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * ACT Superscores **cannot** be used for scholarship eligibility. * New ACT scores and high school transcripts can be used to improve scholarship if received by January 15, 2026. No adjustments to scholarships will be made for scores or grades received after that date.
📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA, 12 credits Source ↗
$4,000 Presidential Tier (3.40+ GPA)
Award
$4,000/yr in-state
$4,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.4+ • ACT 25+ • SAT 1200+
The Presidential Scholars program offers guaranteed scholarships to new freshmen who meet the minimum requirements and apply for admission by the deadlines below. | **Amount Per Year** | **ACT Score** | **SAT Score** | **High School GPA** | **Hope*"
Eligibility: * Must have at least a 3.40 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have at least a 23 ACT Composite score (1130 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * ACT Superscores **cannot** be used for scholarship eligibility. * New ACT scores and high school transcripts can be used to improve scholarship if received by January 15, 2026. No adjustments to scholarships will be made for scores or grades received after that date.
📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA, 12 credits Source ↗
$4,000 Presidential Tier (3.75+ GPA)
Award
$4,000/yr in-state
$4,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.8+ • ACT 29+ • SAT 1330+
The Presidential Scholars program offers guaranteed scholarships to new freshmen who meet the minimum requirements and apply for admission by the deadlines below. | **Amount Per Year** | **ACT Score** | **SAT Score** | **High School GPA** | **Hope*"
Eligibility: * Must have at least a 3.40 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have at least a 23 ACT Composite score (1130 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * ACT Superscores **cannot** be used for scholarship eligibility. * New ACT scores and high school transcripts can be used to improve scholarship if received by January 15, 2026. No adjustments to scholarships will be made for scores or grades received after that date.
📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA, 12 credits Source ↗
$5,000 Presidential Tier
Award
$5,000/yr in-state
$5,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.8+ • ACT 30+ • SAT 1360+
The Presidential Scholars program offers guaranteed scholarships to new freshmen who meet the minimum requirements and apply for admission by the deadlines below. | **Amount Per Year** | **ACT Score** | **SAT Score** | **High School GPA** | **Hope*"
Eligibility: * Must have at least a 3.40 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have at least a 23 ACT Composite score (1130 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * ACT Superscores **cannot** be used for scholarship eligibility. * New ACT scores and high school transcripts can be used to improve scholarship if received by January 15, 2026. No adjustments to scholarships will be made for scores or grades received after that date.
📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA, 12 credits Source ↗
$8,000 Presidential Tier
Award
$8,000/yr in-state
$8,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.8+ • ACT 35+ • SAT 1530+
The Presidential Scholars program offers guaranteed scholarships to new freshmen who meet the minimum requirements and apply for admission by the deadlines below. | **Amount Per Year** | **ACT Score** | **SAT Score** | **High School GPA** | **Hope*"
Eligibility: * Must have at least a 3.40 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have at least a 23 ACT Composite score (1130 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * ACT Superscores **cannot** be used for scholarship eligibility. * New ACT scores and high school transcripts can be used to improve scholarship if received by January 15, 2026. No adjustments to scholarships will be made for scores or grades received after that date.
📋 Renewal: 3.0 GPA, 12 credits Source ↗

Other scholarships at Tennessee Technological University (3)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

Upper Cumberland Valedictorian/Salutatorian - $3,500
$3,500/yr
A $3,500 per year, scholarship for incoming freshman who meet the following criteria:
Eligibility: * Must have been designated as the Valedictorian or Salutatorian at an Upper Cumberland public high school * Must be a Tennessee resident (in-state residency) * Must have graduated from high school in the fall or spring immediately preceding entry to Tech * Must have at least a 17 ACT Composite score (1100 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026
How to apply: ["designation as Valedictorian or Salutatorian at an Upper Cumberland public high school", "Tennessee residency", "transcript and ACT/SAT scores received by Tech by January 15, 2026"]
Source ↗
Golden Opportunity Grant - $2,500
$2,500/yr
Eligibility: A four-year institutional need-based grant for incoming freshman who meet the following criteria: * Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien * Must have graduated from high school in the fall or spring immediately preceding entry to Tech * Priority will be given to students with at least a 3.20 High School GPA received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Priority will be given to students with at least a 22 ACT Composite score (1100 SAT) received by Tech by January 15, 2026 * Must have submitted 2026-2027 FAFSA received by Tech by January 15, 2026.
How to apply: ["completed scholarship application in ScholarWeb", "2026-2027 FAFSA submitted and received by Tech by January 15, 2026"]
Source ↗
Various departmental/donor awards
Tennessee Tech is proud to offer more than 700 departmental and donor-funded scholarships, which are for varying amounts and are based on varying criteria.
Eligibility: Some criteria for departmental or donor-funded scholarships may include: * Academic merit & achievements * First-Generation student status * Financial need * High school or county * Student's or parent's employer * Extra-curricular activities & good citizenship * Essay questions
How to apply: ["complete the ScholarWeb scholarship application (annual)", "some scholarships may require recommendations, essays, or interviews"]
Source ↗

Common questions about Tennessee Technological University scholarships

How much merit aid does Tennessee Technological University give?

Published awards range $2,500-$10,000/yr. Tennessee Technological University lists 9 merit scholarships in total.

What GPA or test scores do you need for a scholarship at Tennessee Technological University?

The lowest published threshold across automatic awards is 3.4 GPA / 23 ACT. Individual scholarships set their own cutoffs.

Does Tennessee Technological University give merit scholarships to out-of-state students?

Yes. Awards for out-of-state students run $2,500-$10,000/yr.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at Tennessee Technological University?

Not a full ride. The largest published award covers about 70% of tuition.

Do you have to apply separately for merit scholarships at Tennessee Technological University?

6 of the published awards are granted automatically on your admission application, with no separate scholarship application.

💡 Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with Tennessee Technological University's financial aid office before making decisions — or check their scholarship page.

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