At ETSU, we are committed to making education accessible to students from around the world. Our international scholarships exemplify this dedication, as we strive to fulfill our mission of creating a world-class environment that fosters student success and enhances the quality of life, not only in our region but also beyond. Join us at ETSU and be part of our inclusive and thriving community!
ETSU offered more than $3,000,000 in institutional scholarships to international students in 2022-2023.
International Merit Scholarships
International Merit Scholarships are available to new degree-seeking international students. All students who apply for admission are considered for these scholarships. No separate application is required.
Undergraduate Students | ||
Scholarship | Requirement(s) | Award Amount |
Blue Scholarship | >3.0 GPA | $5,000 / Year |
Gold Scholarship | >3.5 GPA | $7,000 / Year |
Elite Scholarship | >3.75 GPA | $9,000 / Year |
Graduate Students | ||
Scholarship | Requirement(s) | Award Amount |
Masters Merit Scholarship | >3.0 GPA | $5,000 / Year |
Doctoral Merit Scholarship | >3.0 GPA | $9,000 / Year |
Creative Arts Scholarships
Creative Arts Scholarships are available to all majors, including undergraduate and graduate students. Scholarship recipients only pay in-state tuition, making this scholarship equivalent to approximately $19,000 per year.
Areas of Study/Participation | ||
Art & Design | Student Newspaper and Media | Music |
Bluegrass, Old-Time, & Roots Music | Film Studies | Speech & Debate Team |
Cheerleading & Dance Team | Gospel & International Choir | Storytelling |
Creative Writing | Graphic Design | Theatre |
Dance | Interior Architecture | |
Digital Media | Marching Band |
STEM Community Outreach Scholarship
The STEM Community Outreach Scholarship is available to new, undergraduate students majoring in Computing, Geosciences, Mathematics, and Physics. Scholarship recipients only pay in-state tuition, making this award equivalent to approximately $19,000 per year!
Freshman Students | Minimum Requirement |
High School GPA | >3.2 GPA |
Math ACT/SAT | >25 ACT or >1,200 SAT |
English ACT/SAT | >21 ACT / >1,060 SAT |
Transfer Students | Minimum Requirement |
College GPA | >3.0 GPA |
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
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Sister Cities International Student Scholarship
The Sister Cities International Student Scholarship Endowment was established by the Sister Cities Chapter of Tri-Cities, TN-VA to honor the organization's mission "to promote preach through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation," and to generate scholarships for deserving international students enrolled at East Tennessee State University.
Criteria:
- Must have active F-1 status
- Must have completed one full semester of study at ETSU at the time of application
- Undergraduate students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and graduate students a 3.5 GPA.
- Students must be enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours for undergraduate and 9 for graduate students)
Deadline: July 15
Amount: Varies by semester, but no higher than $500 per award.
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Changemaker Scholars Program
The Changemaker Scholars Program helps students acquire the knowledge, skills, resources, and mindset to become creative problem-solvers, engaged citizens, and active agents for positive change in their communities. The program provides opportunities for students with a variety of interests and majors to gain a deeper understanding of social problems, collaborate with campus and community partners to find creative solutions to these problems, and integrate a changemaker mindset into their academic, personal, and professional lives.
Criteria: The Changemaker Scholars Program seeks applicants with a demonstrated interest in and commitment to community involvement, social innovation, and other efforts to enact positive change in their communities. Minimum requirements include a 3.5 GPA or a 26 ACT.
Deadline: March 1
Amount: $9,000 per academic year
More information can be found by clicking here.
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Outside Scholarship Resources
Global Scholarships was founded in 2017 as a platform for international students to search for scholarships around the world. Their mission is to provide an accessible way for international students to search and find comprehensive, accurate, and updated scholarship information.
P.E.O. International Scholarship
The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) is a fund established in 1949 to provide scholarships for women from other countries for graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. The maximum award amount is $12,500.