Federal Aid
FAFSA
Prospective, incoming, and current students should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible. This is the first step in applying for grants, federal work-study, need-based scholarships, and student loans. The FAFSA opens on October 1 and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s priority filing date is February 1.
Please note that the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s code is 003530.
Grants
Grants are need-based aid that does not have to be repaid. They are reserved for students with the highest financial need. Students must submit the FAFSA to apply for federal grants. More information on grants that may be available may be found on the One Stop website.
Federal Work Study
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships coordinates the Federal Work Study Program which provides part-time off- and on-campus jobs for U.S. citizens or permanent residents who have demonstrated financial need by completing the FAFSA. Jobs are available in academic units, administrative offices, and non-profit agencies. Students must be admitted into a degree program and be enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours each semester to receive federal financial aid, including FWS. More information may be found on the One Stop website.
Scholarships
Departmental Scholarships
A number of departmental scholarships are available to students thanks to the generous contributions of donors to the College of Social Work. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in full time status (9 or more credit hours) for both fall and spring semesters. Scholarship funding is limited and scholarship amounts vary.
View the departmental scholarships.
Please note: The deadline to submit the College scholarship application is March 7.
Undergraduate Scholarships
Students applying for need-based scholarships are required to complete the FAFSA. More information about undergraduate scholarships may be obtained through the University’s One Stop website.
HOPE Scholarship
The Tennessee HOPE (Lottery) Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship that is only available to residents of the state of Tennessee. Students must reapply each year by completing the FAFSA, be continuously enrolled at an eligible postsecondary institution in the fall and spring semesters, and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Transfer Student Scholarships
Information about undergraduate transfer student scholarships may be obtained through the One Stop Student Services Financial Aid page for transfer students. Scholarships available to transfer students include the Volunteer Transfer Scholarship, the Tennessee Pledge scholarship, the Flagship Scholarship, and others.
Other Aid Opportunities
Summer Aid
Students who enroll in summer classes should visit the One Stop website for details on summer financial aid.
Veteran Student Services
Veterans, active duty military members, reservists, or dependents of veterans who need information about VA education benefits may contact Veteran Student Services at G020 Hodges Library, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996 (865-974-5420).