Scholarship Opportunity

Dual Credit Scholarship

Offered by Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA)

The Dual Credit Scholarship helps eligible Kentucky high school and homeschool students pay tuition for approved dual credit courses at participating Kentucky colleges and universities, allowing students to earn college credit while completing high school.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Junior, High School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026-2027 Academic Year

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be a Kentucky resident.
  • Be enrolled in grades 11 or 12 at a Kentucky public, private, or homeschool program.
  • Be enrolled or approved to enroll in an approved dual credit course at a participating Kentucky college or university.
  • Complete the required KHEAA college success counseling session each year the scholarship is received.

Requirements

  • Meet all KHEAA eligibility requirements.
  • Complete the required counseling session.
  • Attend a participating institution.

How to Apply

  1. 1Public and private high school students are reported to KHEAA through their high school.
  2. 2Homeschool students submit the KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarship application.
  3. 3Log into MyKHEAA to select your participating college and scholarship preferences.