The scholarship will be granted on a yearly basis. The amount of tuition assistance will be determined annually by the scholarship committee based on the applicant pool and the availability of funds. Recipients of scholarship funds must present a request for renewal on an annual basis with appropriate documentation of continuing eligibility. See "Continuing Eligibility" tab below.

Episcopal racial minorities (those of Native American, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander or Black/African-American descent) who submit an application form and who: 

1. Demonstrate acceptance into an institution of higher learning;
2. Provide evidence of academic achievement (high school or college transcripts), "B"* or higher; and
3. Submit three recommendation forms: one from a teacher, counselor, or principal, etc. vouching for their acadmic potential; one from an employer or community leader; and one from clergy or senior warden at their home parish or the recognized leader of their worshipping community.

* Those students with less than a "B" average who wish to be considered must attach a statement to the application form outlining any mitigating circumstances that should be taken into consideration when reviewing their educational attainment.

Students engaged in college level work must maintain a grade point average of "B" or better, provide evidence of academic achievement (college transcripts) and submit an abbreviated application form to qualify for consideration for additional tuition assistance.

Applications for the scholarship may be acquired by writing the Diocese of East Tennessee located at 814 Episcopal School Way Knoxville, TN 37932 or by calling 876-966-2110. Application materials will also be available on the diocesan website (below). The application form, all attachments, and recommendation forms mus tbe returned by May 1 of each year. Notification of scholarship awards will be made soon after the application deadline.