2008 Woodie Awards
Enrollment, applications come in higher yet again
Jenny Perry
Issue date: 1/23/07 Section: Campus News
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As the high school graduates of 2003, the first class to get the Tennessee Lottery Scholarship, become seniors here at UTM, they now also face the chance of losing their scholarship due to too many hours, as well as other complexities of starting their last semester.
These students did not receive the scholarship their first year in college, but were grandfathered in the next year, meaning they were eligible to start receiving it the beginning of their sophomore year, whereas the class of 2004 got it immediately.
The classes they took their freshman year still count toward the 120 hours it takes to max out the scholarship. Students can retain their scholarship until they receive a baccalaureate degree, attempt 120 hours or have been enrolled for the scholarship for five years.
The Tennessee State Legislature decided the rules a long time ago, but most students are not aware of them.
"The students need to voice concerns to the Legislature, if they want something done about this," says Susan Box, Administrative Services Assistant.
The current freshmen class is the largest class on campus to use the scholarship. "They are fresh on campus," said Sandra Neel, Director of Financial Aid. Most of the freshmen still meet the required 2.75 GPA until 24 attempted hours. It gets complicated when a GPA of 3.0 is required after 48, 72, and 96 hours. Students that lose their scholarship can renew it if they bring their GPA up to the standards.
The scholarship is also available to non-traditional students over the age of 25. They are not eligible for it their first semester, but must meet the GPA standards stated above. Once these students acquire the needed GPA they will receive the same benefits.
If you would like to voice your opinion about the Tennessee Lottery Scholarship, you can contact Legislature, by sending a letter to 404 James Robertson Parkway Suite 1510, Parkway Towers Nashville, TN 37243-0820.
The lottery scholarship has definitely helped UTM improve its admission numbers.
These students did not receive the scholarship their first year in college, but were grandfathered in the next year, meaning they were eligible to start receiving it the beginning of their sophomore year, whereas the class of 2004 got it immediately.
The classes they took their freshman year still count toward the 120 hours it takes to max out the scholarship. Students can retain their scholarship until they receive a baccalaureate degree, attempt 120 hours or have been enrolled for the scholarship for five years.
The Tennessee State Legislature decided the rules a long time ago, but most students are not aware of them.
"The students need to voice concerns to the Legislature, if they want something done about this," says Susan Box, Administrative Services Assistant.
The current freshmen class is the largest class on campus to use the scholarship. "They are fresh on campus," said Sandra Neel, Director of Financial Aid. Most of the freshmen still meet the required 2.75 GPA until 24 attempted hours. It gets complicated when a GPA of 3.0 is required after 48, 72, and 96 hours. Students that lose their scholarship can renew it if they bring their GPA up to the standards.
The scholarship is also available to non-traditional students over the age of 25. They are not eligible for it their first semester, but must meet the GPA standards stated above. Once these students acquire the needed GPA they will receive the same benefits.
If you would like to voice your opinion about the Tennessee Lottery Scholarship, you can contact Legislature, by sending a letter to 404 James Robertson Parkway Suite 1510, Parkway Towers Nashville, TN 37243-0820.
The lottery scholarship has definitely helped UTM improve its admission numbers.
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