Austin Peay State University, State and Donor Scholarships
The University awards numerous competitive scholarships based on academic merit, special talents, accomplishments and financial need. The requirements and application may be found at www.apsu.edu/scholarships. Applications are accepted annually from October 1 - February 1. Only one application is needed. Academic scholarships awarded to first-time students are part of the admissions process. Questions regarding academic scholarships for first-time students should be addressed to the Office of Admissions.

Outside Scholarships
Many organizations donate scholarship funds for students. These include, but are not limited to, Rotary, Civitan, Community Foundation Groups, Churches, and High Schools. Students are encouraged to check with organizations that may have funding to assist with educational expenses.

For assistance:

(New Students) Office of Admissions

931-221-7661 or toll free 800-844-2778

(Current Students) Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships

931-221-7907 or toll free 877-588-0057

Office of University Advancement (regarding donor scholarships)

931-221-7199

Student Employment
Students employed on campus may work up to 20 hours per week and a maximum of two positions. Students needing employment are encouraged to seek jobs on campus through the Handshake portal.

Federal Work Study (FWS) Program
The University receives federal funding to employ students on campus while they pursue their education. Funds are limited, need based and awarded by FAFSA date. Eligibility requires a minimum of half-time enrollment and a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students may work a maximum of 20 hours per week depending on the amount of their award. Students may not work during scheduled classes or exam times. The FWS award is the amount of money a student may earn during the academic year and determines the number of hours that may be worked. FWS recipients can apply for jobs via Handshake and may not start work until approval has been received via APSU e-mail from the Human Resources office.

General Campus Work
Some University departments have funds to employ students. Positions are advertised online at https://www.apsu.edu/careers/handshake//index.php. Students may work a maximum of 20 hours per week depending on the department's budget, be enrolled a minimum of half-time and maintain a minimum 1.8 GPA. Students may not work during scheduled classes or exam times. Questions should be referred to the Career Success Center at 931-221-6544.

Disbursement Procedure
One-half of an academic year award (excluding Federal Work Study) is disbursed to the student's account to pay outstanding charges. Any remaining credit balance is direct deposited into the student's bank account within three days of the beginning of the semester/term. Students who decline direct deposit will receive a balance check approximately two weeks after classes begin. Loan disbursements will be released once during the fall payment period and once during the spring payment period. Summer assistance is explained on the Summer Financial Aid web page.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards
In order to continue receiving financial aid, students are required to maintain class attendance and satisfactory progress. Satisfactory Academic Progress means the student is not on academic probation or suspension and meets the guidelines at www.apsu.edu/financialaid/sat_prog.php. The maximum time frame for completion of a bachelor's degree is typically 180 attempted credit hours.

Students who lose their eligibility for financial aid may appeal in writing to the Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships. The appeal form must be completed and extenuating circumstances must be documented for the committee to review. The appeal form can be found at www.apsu.edu/financialaid/.

Class Attendance and Official Withdrawals
Students receiving Federal Title IV Financial Aid must attend class on a regular basis. If a student ceases to attend class, they should officially withdraw from the University. Students who do not officially withdraw will receive FA (failure, stopped attending and reported within 14 days of the last date of attendance) or FN (failure, never attended and reported within the first 14 days of class) grades in their courses and a determination will be made regarding possible repayment of funds. Students may withdraw by completing the appropriate process with the Office of the Registrar. See policy on returns and fee adjustments of financial aid in Fee Adjustments.

Types of Financial Aid