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Academic Scholarships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Transy has a wide range of scholarship opportunities, from $24,000 to full tuition for academics, leadership and more. Fill out an application, be admitted, and you\u2019re automatically eligible for scholarship consideration! And don\u2019t worry, we practice holistic admissions, taking into account you as a whole person \u2014 not just your test scores and GPA. Take a look at just some of the scholarships available: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following academic scholarships are for first year students admitted to begin their studies in the fall of 2026.<\/em><\/strong> Transfer students who plan to enroll at Transy with Sophomore (or higher) standing should reference these scholarship amounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Automatic Merit Scholarships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These scholarships are awarded automatically based on your application, your weighted GPA, and your ACT or SAT superscore<\/em>. No separate application is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scholarship Range<\/th>High School GPA<\/th>ACT<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
$32,000<\/th>4.0 +<\/td>30<\/td><\/tr>
$30,000<\/th>4.0<\/td>28<\/td><\/tr>
$28,000<\/th>3.9<\/td>25<\/td><\/tr>
$26,000<\/th>3.6<\/td>23<\/td><\/tr>
$24,000<\/th>3.0<\/td>21<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Not on the grid?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s perfectly fine! At Transylvania University<\/strong>, we know students are more than just test scores. We\u2019re looking for curious, driven, and well-rounded individuals who will add their unique talents and perspectives to our vibrant campus community. Our holistic admissions review<\/strong> considers your academic performance, leadership experiences, extracurricular involvement, community engagement, and overall potential \u2014 not just numbers. So don\u2019t hesitate to apply!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applying test-optional?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If you choose not to submit ACT or SAT scores, you\u2019ll need to provide either an essay or a graded paper as part of your application. This allows us to get a better sense of your writing ability, critical thinking, and academic preparedness \u2014 qualities that test scores can\u2019t always capture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Test-optional applicants are considered for scholarships through the same individualized review process<\/strong>, ensuring that every student\u2019s strengths shine through.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Premier Scholarships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Students eligible for these Premier Scholarships will be selected based on student-provided application, essay, high school transcripts, resume or listing of extracurricular activities, letter(s) of recommendation and test scores (if provided). Students chosen to compete for these scholarship awards must apply by December 1 (Early Action Deadline #2) and will receive further communication about the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Premier Scholarship<\/th>Award<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
JGK III<\/th>Full tuitiion, fees, on-campus housing and meals<\/td><\/tr>
William T. Young Scholarship<\/th>Full tuition and fees<\/td><\/tr>
Kenan Scholarship<\/th>Amounts begin at $35,000 per year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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For a more complete cost and financial aid estimate, vist the Net Price Calculator.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Get in touch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Phone: 859\u2011233\u20118239 or 800\u2011872\u20116798
Fax: 859\u2011281\u20113650
FinancialAid@transy.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Old Morrison, 1st Floor
Hours M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

300 North Broadway
Lexington, Kentucky
40508-1797<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Academic Scholarships Transy has a wide range of scholarship opportunities, from $24,000 to full tuition for academics, leadership and more. Fill out an application, be admitted, and you\u2019re automatically eligible for scholarship consideration! And don\u2019t worry, we practice holistic admissions, taking into account you as a whole person \u2014 not just your test scores and GPA. Take a look at just some of the scholarships<\/p>\n

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