Rising Leaders Scholarship

Eligibility:

  • Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 3.0 high school grade point average.
  • Continuing undergraduate students must have at least a 2.75 cumulative undergraduate grade point average.
  • Students should demonstrate a commitment to leadership and service.

Rising Leaders will receive a one-time non-renewable $1,000 scholarship. The Rising Leaders Scholarship is only available to students attending the Memphis (Main) Campus.

Award
$1,000.00
Deadline
06/30/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Rising Leaders Question Set
    • Are you planning to attend the main campus?
    • Describe a community service project or volunteer experience that you participated in. How did this experience impact your understanding of community involvement and leadership? (300 words maximum)
    • Please upload your Resume.
    • What core values guide your actions as a leader, and how have they been shaped by someone who has significantly influenced your leadership style? Share a specific example of how you’ve demonstrated these values in your school or community. (300 words maximum)