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
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