Roan Scholars
Scholarship Sponsored by East Tennessee State University
Stay tuned for more information about the process in the summer of 2025.
WHAT KIND OF CANDIDATES ARE WE SEEKING?
We are in search of students who exhibit exceptional character, a thirst for knowledge, and the potential to lead.
We are looking for leaders who have already made a positive difference in their community or school, who have the potential and ambition to make an even bigger difference in the future, and who can motivate and inspire others to follow their lead.
We are interested in self-motivated individuals who are committed to personal growth and learning, even when faced with challenges. These individuals should be comfortable stepping out of their comfort zone and possess the resilience and determination to overcome obstacles and achieve success.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE ROAN PROGRAM:
- The applicant must be a high school senior on the verge of graduation who:
- resides in Tennessee or one of the neighboring states of Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virginia, and has completed a Roan application; OR
- has been nominated by a high school located in an eligible county (within Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, or Western North Carolina); OR
- is a resident of one of the eligible states but is attending high school outside the Roan region, and has completed a Roan application
- The applicant must be a competitive candidate for admission to ETSU, on track to graduate from high school in the current academic year and to enroll at ETSU in the fall
- The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
If you are a high school senior living in one of the aforementioned states, you may apply directly to the Roan program each fall. If you are in an eligible county, you may also consult with your school counselor about the possibility of being nominated by your high school.
Go to Scholarship Application