ETSU Promise Plus Scholars

The costs associated with attending ETSU can include both direct and indirect costs. Please review ETSU's Cost of Attendance for more details.

ETSU Promise Plus Scholars are first-time, full-time freshmen eligible for the Tennessee Education Lottery (HOPE) Scholarship and the maximum Pell Grant. If any tuition and program-service-fee costs are left after these funds have been applied, ETSU pays them for Promise Plus Scholars.

• By maintaining your eligibility, you’ll never have to pay tuition or program service fees during the four years of your Promise Plus Scholars Program, even if they go up.
• If you live on campus, you’ll also receive a $1,500 housing scholarship annually for four years.

Promise Plus Scholars are committed to getting the most out of their ETSU education, so they complete a first-year experience course, attend academic coaching in their freshman year, and participate in career development activities throughout their time at ETSU. By succeeding at ETSU, Promise Plus Scholars pave the way to a better life for themselves, their families and their communities.

By the Numbers: Attending ETSU with a Pell Grant and HOPE Scholarship

If you qualify for a full Pell grant and a HOPE scholarship, you'll have money left over after paying ETSU tuition and program-services fees
Use your account balance to cover other costs, such as course fees, residence hall rent, or a meal plan. Half the balance will be available in the fall term and half in the spring. These figures are for the current aid year and are subject to change. The costs associated with attending ETSU can include both direct and indirect costs. Please review ETSU's Cost of Attendance for more details.
Tuition & Fees	$9,674
Pell Grant	-$7,395
HOPE	-$4,500
Balance in student account	+$2,221

The ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program provides the support students need to be successful and reach their dream of earning a college degree by providing:

• Up to $6,000 on-campus housing scholarship ($1,500 annually)

• A seat in ETSU’s first-year experience course designed to support a successful transition to college

• Access to faculty and peer mentors

• Academic tutoring services

• Career support

How Does the Promise Plus Scholars Program Work?

ETSU’s Promise Plus Scholars Program covers any tuition and program services costs left over after your Pell grant and Hope scholarship are applied. The amount of funding provided varies from student to student, depending on other public funding you are receiving. The Promise Plus Scholars Program does not pay for books or other expenses, such as course fees, housing, and meal plans.

 

• What is the ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program?

  The ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program offers qualifying first-time freshman a last-dollar tuition scholarship and a range of pre-college, first year, and four-year benefits designed to support student success. This comprehensive program provides pre-college transition support, mentoring, career development, and a variety of other opportunities.
• How long can a student participate in this program?

  Eligible students can be in this program for a maximum of four years.
• Who is eligible for the ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program?

  First-time, full-time freshmen who receive the Tennessee Education Lottery (HOPE) Scholarship and the maximum Pell Grant. 
• Am I eligible for other scholarships if I am part of this program?

  Yes. Qualifying students in the ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program are also eligible to receive other scholarship awards.
• How do I apply for the ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program?

  No. A separate application is not required. Students who have been admitted to ETSU and have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the verification process (if applicable) are automatically considered.
• Are new students who begin in the spring semester eligible for the ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program?

  Yes. Eligible first-time freshmen enrolling in the spring semester are able to participate in the ETSU Promise Plus Program.
• Are transfer and/or returning students eligible?

  Unfortunately, only first-time freshmen are eligible to participate. If you are not eligible, we encourage you to visit www.etsu.edu/scholarships to explore the many other scholarship opportunities that may be available to you.
• Am I eligible for the ETSU Promise Plus Scholars Program if I live out-of-state or in a border county?

  Unfortunately, only students who are classified as in-state and qualify for the Tennessee Education Lottery (HOPE) Scholarship are eligible. If you are not eligible, we encourage you to visit www.etsu.edu/scholarships to explore the many other scholarship opportunities that may be available to you.
• Can I take a leave of absence from ETSU and be eligible for the ETSU Promise Plus Program when I return?

  Eligibility is limited to four consecutive years unless students are given exceptions through a Tennessee Education Lottery (HOPE) Scholarship appeal.
• Where can I learn more about the Tennessee Education Lottery (Hope) Scholarship program and the Pell Grant?

  Please review the Tennessee Education Lottery (Hope) Scholarship webpage for more information.

  Please review the Federal Pell Grant webpage for more information.

• How do I get started?

  Complete the following to find out if you are eligible:

  • Submit an application for admissions at ETSU.
  • Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  Once you have completed these steps, ETSU will contact students who are eligible for the program.

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