The Terry Scholarship is a competitive award funding high-achieving undergraduates with financial need at the University of Kentucky. It covers full tuition plus additional stipends for books and housing.
Recipients receive $10,000 annually for four years, totaling $40,000. The scholarship emphasizes leadership development through mandatory workshops and community service.
Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and leadership potential. A 3.0 GPA and ACT score of 28 or higher (or SAT equivalent) are required.
| Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Academic | 3.0 GPA, 28+ ACT (or 1330+ SAT) |
| Financial | Demonstrated need via FAFSA |
| Leadership | Documented involvement in school/community |
Contrary to popular belief, the scholarship isn't limited to in-state residents. Out-of-state applicants are eligible, though competition is fierce.
Another myth is that recipients must pursue specific majors. The scholarship actually supports any undergraduate program at UK.
In 2023, 25 students received the scholarship. One recipient, a biology major from Louisville, used funds to research cancer treatments while volunteering at a local hospital.
During my time at UK, I observed Terry Scholars organizing community service projects. Their leadership benefited from the scholarship's structured development program.