Scholarships

Award amount $1500 each semester (fall and spring)

Eligibility Requirements

• Complete the FAFSA
• ACT Composite 25 or higher or Accuplacer NextGen 275-300*
• Must enroll in at least 12 credit hours each semester

Renewal Requirements

• Renewable for up to 3 additional semesters upon completion of:
  • 12 credit hours each semester 
  • 3.25 cumulative grade point average

Award amount $1000 each semester (fall and spring)

Eligibility Requirements

• Complete the FAFSA
• ACT Composite 23-24 or Accuplacer NextGen 265-274*
• Must enroll in at least 12 credit hours each semester

Renewal Requirements

• Renewable for up to 3 additional semesters upon completion of:
  • 12 credit hours each semester 
  • 3.00 cumulative grade point average

Award amount $750 each semester (fall and spring)

Eligibility Requirements

• Complete the FAFSA
• ACT Composite 21-22 or Accuplacer NextGen 255-264*
• Must enroll in at least 12 credit hours each semester

Renewal Requirements

• Renewable for up to 3 additional semesters upon completion of:
  • 12 credit hours each semester
  • 2.75 cumulative grade point average

Award amount $500 each semester (fall and spring)

Eligibility Requirements

• Complete the FAFSA
• ACT Composite 19-20 or Accuplacer NextGen 246-254*
• Must enroll in at least 12 credit hours each semester

Renewal Requirements

• Renewable for up to 3 additional semesters upon completion of:
  • 12 credit hours each semester
  • 2.50 cumulative grade point average

The Arkansas Academic Challenge Program provides scholarships to Arkansas residents pursuing higher education. Funded in large part by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery, the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship is available to students regardless of their academic status, whether they are just graduating from high school, currently enrolled in college, enrolling in college for the first time, or re-enrolling after a period of time out of college. 

Who May Apply:

Traditional: Students applying for the upcoming academic year who expect to attend an approved college or university in the academic year following their graduation from a public high school, a private or out-of-state high school, or homeschool must have one of the following to qualify.

• ACT composite score or superscore of 19+ (**)
• Accuplacer score of all three sections averaging 246
• Classic Learning Test score of 58+
• High School GPA of 3.00
• Diploma of Merit

Non-Traditional: Students with some or no college credit can qualify.  If a student has some college credit, they may be considered eligible with a cumulative college GPA of at least 2.5.  A student with no college credit can qualify as a Non-Traditional student if they have an ACT composite score or superscore of at least 19 (or an equivalent of a 19 composite on an equivalent test).

Non-traditional students may begin attendance with fewer semester credit hours than the required number for Traditional students and still receive a prorated scholarship award for that semester. They must also maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and earn the appropriate number of hours, based on whether they attended full-time (15+ credit hours) or part-time (less than 15 credit hours) each semester.

Website:  https://sams.adhe.edu

Award Amount:
Varies depending on college and college level of individual

Annual Deadline
July 1

Who May Apply:

Every person who has graduated from an Arkansas high school, Arkansas home school or GED program, or anyone who has a high school diploma and has lived in Arkansas for the last three years and has not yet earned an Associate degree. Students must enroll in a STEM program, a state high demand, or regionally high demand area of study. Students must complete the FAFSA.

Website:  https://sams.adhe.edu

Award Amount:
Tuition and general mandatory fees

Fall Deadline
July 1

Spring Deadline
January 10

Assisting students get the education they need for the career they want. Scholarships can be used for personal living expenses, like utilities, gas, and groceries. Scholarships are available to mothers and fathers who are currently enrolled in college.

Eligibility:

• Resident of Arkansas
• Single head of household (single, legally separated, divorced, widowed) with at least 50/50 custody of a child under 18
• High school graduate or equivalent (may apply if enrolled in college and in the process of obtaining GED diploma)
• Pursuing a vocationally-oriented undergraduate course of study (full or part-time) to ensure a better standard of living for his/her family. Applicants cannot already have earned a bachelor's degree.
• A low-income person at or near the poverty level
• Recipient of a Pell grant or in process of obtaining Pell

Award: Award amounts vary. 

Application Deadlines: 

• FALL:  August 1 - September 1.  Application opens on August 1 and closes on September 1.
• SPRING:  November 1 - December 1.  Application opens on November 1 and closes on December 1.
• SUMMER:  May 1 - June 1.  Application opens on May 1 and closes on June 1.  Applications only accepted from existing recipients for the summer semester.

Website: www.aspsf.org
COMPLETE THE SINGLE PARENT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

The Arkansas Education and Training Voucher Program for Foster and Former Foster Youth offers funds to foster youth up to age 26 and former foster youth to attend colleges, universities, and vocational training institutions.

Eligibility: Be a current foster youth or former foster youth attending a college, university, or vocational training institution. 

Award Amounts: Students can be awarded an ETV grant up to $2,500 each semester (as long as funding is available).

To Apply:  Your Transitional Youth Services (TYS) Coordinator or Family Service Worker (FSW) can assist you with completing the application process.  You can also contact DHS for assitance with completing your ETV application:

• AR Department of Human Services Division of Children & Family Services
• Phone:  (501) 682-2162

Eligibility: The Northeast Arkansas Charitable Foundation administers private donor scholarships for students who are attending ASUN Newport campus. These scholarships are generally awarded annually and priority will be given based on need, specific donor guidelines, and/ or scholastic achievement. We have very generous and wonderful donors who have helped establish a variety of scholarships including the following:

• BRENDA CASTEEL
• MARK GROSVENOR
• FLORENCE MOORE
• MARY STEENBURGEN

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* Many of the scholarships focus on students who are receiving little to no other scholarships or financial aid 
* Several scholarships are for nursing students only
* One scholarship focuses on students interested in English Literature or Drama (students with this interest should state and explain in the essay included with the application)

Award: Amount varies according to need, funding, and donor criteria. 
Application Due: Fall Deadline is July 31st
Application: Download the Application (PDF)
Submit completed applications to neacharitablefoundation@gmail.com.

Background: Each academic year, Arkansas State University-Newport will award 2 scholarships to students in the Hospitality Services Program. The scholarship may be renewable for the length of the program. Scholarships may be in the combination of any of the following degrees:

• Certificate of Proficiency - Hospitality Services
• Technical Certificate - Food Service & Management
• Associate of Applied Science General Technology - Food Service & Management
  
  

Application Requirement:

• Applicants must write a 200-word essay about their goals beyond earning their credential(s) from ASU-Newport and how being in the hospitality services program will help them achieve the goals listed. (Note: Include the word count at the bottom of the essay.)
• Applicants must complete the current year’s FAFSA. (ASUN School Code: 042034)

Award Amount: Award amount covers costs associated with the appropriate degree program.
Renewal Requirements:

• Students must have a 2.50 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and pass 67% of their courses (PACE). 
• The scholarship is renewable for the length of the program as long as the required cumulative GPA and PACE are met.
• Academic progress will be verified at the end of each term of enrollment by the ASUN financial aid office.

Other Information: First selection will be given to students who do not receive other forms of financial assistance.
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The Jane M. Pratt Education Trust Scholarship is awarded to Jackson County residents to further their education. Mr. Bill Pratt along with his late brother, Richard, established the scholarship toward the wishes of their sister, Jane.
Application Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of a Jackson County School
• Must be enrolled on the ASU – Newport Campus
• Applicants must have a provable financial need
• Applicants must have a high school grade average of “C” (2.0 or higher)
• Applicants shall be considered based on extra-curricular activities in high school and civic, church, charitable areas, etc.

Award Amount: $500.00 per semester
Renewal Requirements: Students must have a 2.50 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and pass 67% of their courses (PACE).  The scholarship is renewable for one additional semester as long as the required cumulative GPA and PACE are met. Academic progress will be verified at the end of each term of enrollment by the ASUN financial aid office.
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The David L. & Imogene Garrett Johnston Memorial Scholarship Endowment was created to assist an ASU-Newport (Newport campus) student fulfill their educational goal of becoming a nurse. The scholarship is a one-time award that is awarded on an annual basis.
Application Requirements:

• Must be a Graduate of a Jackson County School
• Must be enrolled on the ASU – Newport Campus
• Must be enrolled in an ASU-Newport Nursing program
• Students must have a 2.0 cumulative high school grade point average
• Applicants must complete the current year’s FAFSA. (ASUN School Code: 042034)

Award Amount: $500.00 one-time award
Renewal Requirements: The scholarship is a one-time award.  
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

The Dr. James and Laura Jane Collier Scholarship is a $500.00 renewable scholarship to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport Health Professions student. The scholarship is designed to help meet the educational needs of students who demonstrate financial need.  These funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, testing, and/or books.

Eligibility: 

• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.50.
• The applicant must be seeking a degree in the Health Professions Industry.
• The applicant must be in enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words).

Award Amount: $500.00 per semester for a maximum of two semesters
Renewal Requirements: The scholarship is renewable in the amount of $500.00 for one additional semester if the student has maintained a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and is enrolled in 6 credit hours.
Other Information: All scholarship awards are contingent on availability of funds. The fund is administered by ASU-Newport
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The James and Joan Tinsley Scholarship is a $500.00 renewable scholarship to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport student. The scholarship is designed to provide aid to students who demonstrate financial need. These funds can be applied toward tuition, fees, and/or books.

• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.50. 
• The applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• The applicant must possess a positive attitude, strong work ethic and recognizable drive.
• Significant preference will be given to residents of Swifton, AR. 
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words). SEE BELOW. 
  

   

Award Amount: $500.00 per semester
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The Sydney Sutherland Memorial Scholarship is a $500.00 renewable scholarship to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport Health Professions student.

• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.50.
• The applicant must be seeking a degree in the Health Professions Industry with a preference given to students seeking a nursing degree.
• The applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words).

   

Award Amount: $500 per semester
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The McRaven Education Scholarship is a $500.00 annual scholarship to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport student seeking a degree in Education. The scholarship is designed to provide aid to students who demonstrate financial need..

• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.50.
• The applicant must be seeking a degree in Education.
• The applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words).

Award Amount: $500 annually ($250 per semester)
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The H.G. “Gus” Graham Jr. Scholarship is $250.00 per semester for a maximum of two semesters to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport Agriculture Technology student graduating from Tuckerman High School.
The scholarship is designed to help meet the educational needs of students who demonstrate financial need. These funds can be applied toward tuition, fees, and/or books.

• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 3.0.
• The applicant must be seeking a degree in the Agriculture Technology program.
• The applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• The applicant must be a graduate of Tuckerman High School.
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words) explaining why agriculture is important, beyond feeding and clothing the planet.

   

Award Amount: $250.00 per semester for a maximum of two semesters
The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The Marilyn Thompson Opportunity Through Education Scholarship is a renewable scholarship in the amount of $500.00 per semester, to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport student for up to four (4) semesters. The scholarship is designed to provide aid to students from a minority race or ethnicity who demonstrate financial need. 

• The applicant must represent a minority race or ethnicity.
• Applicants seeking a degree in STEM and Business fields of study will receive preference.
• Applicants that have graduated from Newport High School will receive preference.
• Applicants planning to pursue a Bachelor or higher-level degree will receive preference.
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words).

The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Background: The Twyford Family Business Scholarship is a one-time scholarship up to $1,000 to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport student entering the Associate of Science in Business program or the Associate of Applied Science in Management and Supervision program. Preference may be given to applicants graduating from Jackson County, Arkansas.
The scholarship is designed to provide aid to students who demonstrate financial need. These funds can be applied toward tuition, fees, and/or books.

The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.50.

• The applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student.
• The applicant must write an essay (200-250 words).

Award Amount: Up to $1,000

Other Information:

• All scholarship awards are contingent on the availability of funds.
• A copy of the student’s high school transcript must be returned with the application.

The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

The Arkansas State University-Newport Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship is a grant-funded scholarship designed to assist Advanced Manufacturing students with tuition and fees.

Eligibility: 

• Enrolled in ASU-Newport's Advanced Manufacturing program.

Award: Varies depending on availability of funds.
Application Due: Ongoing
Renewal Requirements: Not eligible for renewal; one-time award
Other Information: 

• Scholarships are awarded in the order they are received.
• Scholarships are based on each student’s eligibility.
• Scholarship awards are contingent on the availability of funds.

The Scholarship Application will open in September and February each year.

Eligibility:  Selection is made by the Arkansas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators during the spring semester to be awarded for the fall semester.

Award: $500 one-time award

Application Due: See application for submission deadlines

Renewal Requirements: One-time only award

Website: www.aasfaa.net/

Eligibility: Recipients must have graduated from a Jackson County High School. 

Award: Amount varies based on need. 

Application Due: March 15, 2026

Download the Scholarship Application: 

• First Time Applicants
• Previous Scholarship Recipients

 

Farmer’s Union Mutual Insurance is offering a scholarship to be awarded to an Arkansas State University-Newport Agriculture Technology student. The scholarship is designed to help meet the educational needs of students who demonstrate financial need. These funds can be applied toward tuition, fees, and/or books.

Application Requirements:

• The applicant must have a minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.50.
• The applicant must be seeking a degree in the Agriculture Technology program.
• The applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 15 credit hours. 

Award Amount:  $TBD (4 consecutive semesters or equivalent)

Renewal Requirements:

• Students must have a 3.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and pass 67% of their courses (PACE). The scholarship is renewable for three additional semesters as long as the required cumulative GPA and PACE are met. Academic progress will be verified at the end of each term of enrollment by the ASUN financial aid office.
• Scholarship recipient must complete at least 15 hours per semester.

Other Information: 

• Scholarships are awarded in the order they are received.
• All scholarship awards are contingent on availability of funds.
• A copy of student’s high school transcript must be returned with application.

Application Deadline:  June 1st

Website

DOWNLOAD THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Background: The Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce Workforce Development Committee will award a scholarship to a graduating high school senior(s) from the Jonesboro region. The awardee(s) will be enrolled at ASUN-Jonesboro with the intention of pursuing a technical certificate in one or more of the three programs listed below, with a goal of working in manufacturing in the Jonesboro area.

• Advanced Manufacturing Technology
• Industrial Maintenance
• Welding

Application Requirements: 

• Applicants must write a 200-word essay about why they wish to pursue a career in manufacturing, and how earning their credential(s) from ASUN Jonesboro will help them achieve their goals, both short-term and long-term. The essay must also include how the applicant intends to fund his/her education.
• Applicants must complete the current year’s FAFSA (ASUN School Code: 042034).
• Applicants must be enrolled at ASUN Jonesboro Campus in one of the technical programs listed above.

The awards will be made each academic year and the opportunity to submit applications will be announced on March 1 on years funding is available.

Award Amount: Award amount will be determined each year according to funding available and will be announced at the onset of the application process.

Renewal Requirements: The scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable.

Application Deadline: JUNE 1st
DOWNLOAD THE  WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Arkansas State University-Newport students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa student honor society are eligible to apply for scholarships offered via the Phi Theta Kappa website.

Eligibility: Varies depending upon the type of scholarship.

Award: Varies

Application Due: See individual scholarship applications for deadlines.

Website: https://www.ptk.org/scholarships/how-our-scholarships-work/