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Please note that scholarships are awarded only to applicants admitted for the Fall semester; applicants with missing documentation may not be considered for scholarships. No scholarships are awarded in the Spring semester. 

All scholarships listed below are renewable and can be combined. 

Scholarship Award Minimum GPA ACT/SAT (M+CR) Priority Deadline How to Apply
William C. Parker Diversity $2,500 2.50 Not Required June 15
  • Apply for admission by June 15 

  • Complete the William C. Parker scholarship application here and provide supporting details 

  • Factors considered in the holistic evaluation of applicants include their contribution to diversity, grades, essay, work experience, extracurricular activities, awards and recognition, and community service. 

  • Must be an undergraduate transfer student entering UK for the first time, with 24 transfer credit hours earned 

  • This is a one-year, non-renewable award. 

  • Awards will be based on the applicant’s ranking within the competitive pool. 

  • For more details on this scholarship click here

International Ambassador* $3,000-$12,000 2.50 Considered May 15
  • Must be an international undergraduate transfer student on an F-1 visa 

  • Apply and be admitted by May 15 

  • Complete this form, 

  • For more details on this scholarship please click here

Transfer Achievement* $4,000 3.00 N/A June 15
  • Apply for admission by June 15 

  • Must be an international undergraduate transfer student 

Trustees ~$8,000 3.50 N/A June 15
  • Apply for admission by June 15 

  • Two-year renewable awards that covers the difference between UK in-state tuition and KCTCS in-state tuition 

  • Must be an international undergraduate transfer student currently enrolled in KCTCS  

  • Note: If awarded, this will replace an academic scholarship. 

Phi Theta Kappa ~$15,000 3.50 N/A June 15
  • Must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa 

  • Applicants must be a PTK member in good standing and have at least 48 credit hours completed prior to transferring. 

*Students who qualify for in-state tuition are ineligible for these scholarships. 

External Resources for Grants & Scholarships

Funding sources can differ depending on the region of the world in which students live. We strongly suggest contacting the nearest  Overseas Education Advising Center or the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in your country. These centers have updated information about financial assistance and can assist with the application process.