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ASPIRE Scholarship Program

Looking for money to pay for college? We are searching for academically talented Appalachian high school seniors who have been admitted to UT Knoxville for Fall 2019. The ASPIRE scholarship program, offers 4-year scholarships of up to $9,375 per year, depending on need.

ASPIRE scholars have access to generous financial support for up to 4 years, ongoing advising, and the opportunity to connect with other Appalachian students while at UT. Many ASPIRE Scholars are the first in their families to pursue higher education.

Being a part of the ASPIRE Scholarship Program means being a part of a built-in community of students similar to you. It also means receiving unique and specialized benefits to help you succeed and thrive in college.

The ASPIRE program is funded through the National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program  (S-STEM) program.

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