Tennessee Student Assistance Award

Tennessee Student Assistance Award (TSAA) is a state-funded grant program that provides non-repayable financial aid to needy undergraduate students to afford college education.

Award amounts vary based on the type of institution the student attends and are awarded to the neediest applicants on a first come, first served basis.

Type of Institution	Award Amount
Four-year / two-year private	$4,000
Four-year public	$2,000
Two-year public	$2,000
Career Schools	$2,000
TN College of Applied Technology	$2,000

FAQ

Who is eligible for Tennessee Student Assistance Award?

Be a Tennessee resident and U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
Be an undergraduate student with no prior baccalaureate degree
Be enrolled at least half-time at a public or an eligible non-public postsecondary institution in Tennessee
Having a valid Student Aid Index (SAI) of 5,000 or less
Meet satisfactory academic progress requirements

How do I apply for Tennessee Student Assistance Award?

There is no separate application for the TSAA. You must first submit a FAFSA and list an eligible Tennessee institution as your first choice on the FAFSA

As funding is limited, you are encouraged to complete your FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1 but no later than April 15 for priority consideration.

Tennessee Higher Education Commission
Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC)
(615) 741-1346