Tennessee SGO
For Families & Students

Unlock Educational Opportunities

If you're looking for a quality education for your child, we're here to help make it accessible and affordable.

What a Scholarship Granting Organization Does

A Scholarship Granting Organization, or SGO, is a nonprofit that collects charitable contributions and uses them to fund tuition scholarships for students. Tennessee SGO is a 501(c)(3) organization that serves as the link between donors, families, and K-12 schools. Your family will apply to the SGO to receive scholarship awards. The SGO will receive and review your scholarship application, determine your family's eligibility, and make scholarship awards.

Income-Based Eligibility

Students whose families have household income up to 300% of Area Median Income (AMI) qualify to apply.

Covered Expenses

Scholarships provide up to fully funded tuition, applied automatically to your student's account at their school.

Accepted or Enrolled Students

Students must be accepted or currently enrolled with a Tennessee SGO member school to receive scholarship funding.

Fast Approval

Quick and straightforward application process with fast approval timelines.

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Getting Started is Easy

We've made the application process simple and straightforward. Here's what to expect:

  1. 1Check Eligibility: Verify that your household income meets the 300% AMI threshold for your family size, and that your school is a Tennessee SGO member school.
  2. 2Complete the Application: Fill out our online application with basic family information.
  3. 3Get Approved:We'll review your application quickly and let you know about your scholarship.

Who's Eligible?

Scholarships are available for K-12 students whose family household income does not exceed 300% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for their family size. Select your county and family size and enter your income below to check.

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Eligibility is based on your household's income for the calendar year before the scholarship application.

Income limits are based on U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) FY 2026 Median Family Income estimates (effective May 1, 2026), adjusted for family size. This checker provides an estimate only — household income and family size are verified during the scholarship application in accordance with IRS guidance under Section 25F.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from Tennessee families about scholarships and eligibility.

Who is eligible for a scholarship?
Your family is eligible if your household income does not exceed 300% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your family size. Your student must be accepted or already attending one of our member private schools in Tennessee.
How much will I receive?
Scholarship amounts vary based on available funds, the number of applicants and your tuition obligation. We work to provide meaningful support to help make quality education accessible.
How do I apply?
Create an account on our platform, complete the application with your household and student information, and submit any required documentation. Our team will review your application and contact you about your scholarship eligibility.
When can I apply?
Application periods typically open in spring for the upcoming academic year. Sign up on our website to be notified when applications open for the next cycle.
Can my student attend any school?
Your student must attend one of our member schools in Tennessee. You can choose your school during the application process.