University of Kentucky Bluegrass Scholarship
Who can apply
- Incoming non-resident first-time freshman at the University of Kentucky for fall 2027.
- Minimum unweighted high school GPA of 3.0; the award level varies with GPA and, when submitted, test scores. Test-optional students are considered.
- Complete the admission application and all supporting documents, including the high school transcript, by December 1, 2026.
- Renewal for up to four years requires full-time undergraduate enrollment of at least 12 credit hours each semester and a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
About the scholarship
The University of Kentucky Bluegrass Scholarship offers annual awards of up to $16,000 to incoming non-resident first-year students. The fall 2027 page lists several award levels based on unweighted GPA and whether test scores are provided. Completed admission applications and supporting materials, including a high school transcript, are due by December 1, 2026. Awards depend on early application and available funds, which may be exhausted before the deadline. A student may receive only one of the listed university scholarship awards.
- Kentucky
- High school
- Undergraduate
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