Considered when you apply for admission
$35,000 a year · about $140,000 over 4 years
Students who completed Kentucky’s Governor’s Scholars Program.
Apply by Dec 1 for priority scholarship consideration
$33,000 a year · about $132,000 over 4 years
Academic credentials and contributions based on comprehensive review of admission application.
Apply by Dec 1 for priority scholarship consideration
$30,000 a year · about $120,000 over 4 years
Students who completed Kentucky’s Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) or Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs (GSE).
Apply by Dec 1 for priority scholarship consideration
Separate application
Full cost of attendance · about $271,000 over 4 years
Aspiring change-makers with strong character, leadership potential, and academic achievement (GPA reflecting high achievement in challenging coursework). Test scores not required.
$33,000 a year · about $132,000 over 4 years
Student leaders passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion work. Requires strong character and eagerness to work collaboratively.
Apply by Dec 1 for priority scholarship consideration
$33,000 a year · about $132,000 over 4 years
Students passionate about community service and civic engagement. Bonner Scholars must demonstrate high financial need (SAI <= $15,000).
$5,000 a year · about $20,000 over 4 years
Must be a first-generation college student (parents or guardians did not complete a four-year college degree). Requires proven academic achievement, character, leadership, and persistence.