The Tennessee Lottery Scholarship, also known as the HOPE Scholarship, is a merit-based scholarship program funded by the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation that provides financial assistance to Tennessee residents attending eligible postsecondary institutions within the state. The scholarship covers tuition and mandatory fees at eligible institutions and is available to students who meet certain academic and financial criteria.
The Tennessee Lottery Scholarship has been a significant investment in Tennessee’s future, providing over $3 billion in scholarships to more than 180,000 students since its inception in 2004. It has helped make college more affordable for Tennessee students and has contributed to the state’s economic growth by producing a more highly educated workforce.
