Scholarships
EEPS Scholarships
Our department offers a variety of scholarships and funding opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. Learn more and apply through our EEPS SharePoint site.
1. Alumni Board Scholarships
Purpose: Support for current EEPS students, either for financial need or general academic/research support.
Types:
- Financial Need / Hardship Scholarships – One-time awards ($500–$1,000) for students facing current or anticipated financial challenges. No GPA requirement. Apply by email.
- General Scholarships – One-time awards ($500–$1,000) to support books, research, academic travel, or other educational activities. GPA, financial need, and academic standing may be considered.
2. Field Geology Scholarships
Purpose: Support students attending the summer Field Geology programs.
Available Awards:
- Don Byerly Field Geology Scholarship – Honors Professor Byerly’s legacy in field geology education.
- William O. Ross Field Geology Scholarship – Provides funds for undergraduates to attend field geology courses.
- Knoxville Gem and Mineral Society (KGMS) Scholarships – Two scholarships awarded each year to deserving undergraduates.
3. Student Success Fund (SSF)
Purpose: Funding for student research, educational activities, and conference travel.
Opportunities:
- Conference Travel – Funds to present research at regional, national, or international conferences.
- Workshop Travel – Funds for workshops, training, or short courses.
- Undergraduate Research Grants & Otto Kopp Awards – Support for exceptional undergraduate research projects, including research stipends and project-specific expenses.
- Other Requests – Considered on a case-by-case basis for student research or educational activities.
Note: All awards are administered in accordance with UT financial aid regulations. For details on application requirements, deadlines, and award processes, please visit our EEPS SharePoint site.
How to apply
Are you interested in applying to The University of Tennessee and studying with us in the Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences department? Here’s an easy how-to:
- Register for a GoVols account OR apply via CommonApp
- Are you going to arrive as a first-year student? Here’s what you need to know.
- Are you a transfer student? Here’s what you need to know.
- Are you an international student? Here’s what you need to know.
When you begin registering for classes, tell your advisor you want to pursue classes in Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences. They will direct you to the appropriate course of study! If you want to browse our course now, feel free!
