OpenFieldUndergraduate Tennessee Promise and Dual Enrollment Pathways Bursary
Enables Tennessee high school graduates to complete an accredited Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree at Cumberland tuition-free through the state scholarship program.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Tennessee high school graduate meeting state residency and community service requirements.
- English language proficiency
- Not required.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Completed FAFSA, high school diploma, and community service verification.
- Recommendation letters
- None required.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Last-dollar state scholarship covering up to 100% of tuition for associate degree pathways
- Application fee
- $0 fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Covered by program for qualifying Tennessee residents
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- August 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Cumberland University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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