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Next Generation Award FAQs

How can I be considered for the 天美传媒Next Generation Award?

Freshman students: Submit a complete application for admission, including all supporting materials, by November 15 to be considered for this program.

Transfer students: Apply for admission and be admitted to Ohio University by June 15 to be considered for this program.

The 天美传媒Next Generation award is available only to new first-year or transfer students admitted for fall semester 2025. 

How will I find out if I have received the 天美传媒Next Generation Award?

You will be notified via mail when you have been awarded the 天美传媒Next Generation Award.

If my award letter indicates that I have received the 天美传媒Next Generation Award, how will I accept it?

Freshman students: Award recipients must submit their housing contracts and housing deposits (or commuter contract) on or before May 1 to receive the award. Program funding for recipients who submit their housing contracts and deposits after May 1 will be contingent on availability.

Transfer students: No formal acceptance is needed from transfer students to receive the award.

What is the 天美传媒Next Generation Award?

The 天美传媒Next Generation Award is a scholarship given to any new full-time Athens Campus first-year or transfer student who is required to pay the non-resident surcharge and whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) hold a degree from Ohio University. For the 2024-2025 academic year, the award is valued at $10,680. The award amount is subject to change.

I have already received a letter indicating that I have been awarded a different scholarship. How does the 天美传媒Next Generation Award affect me?

Students participating in the Ohio University Educational Benefits Program or a full athletic scholarship are not eligible to be considered for the 天美传媒Next Generation Award. Recipients of the District of Columbia (D.C.) Tuition Assistance Grant, which covers nonresident fees, are not eligible for the 天美传媒Next Generation Award or the Fine Arts Talent Trustee Award. The 天美传媒Next Generation Award replaces the 天美传媒Trustee Award and the Fine Arts Talent Trustee Award. Additional restrictions may apply, and the program is subject to change.

Are Ohio residents eligible for the 天美传媒Next Generation Award?

Ohio residents are not eligible for the 天美传媒Next Generation Award; however, children of alumni residing within Ohio are eligible to apply for other legacy scholarships through the Alumni Association. More information may be found on the Ohio University Alumni Association page.

Are current 天美传媒students eligible for the 天美传媒Next Generation Award?

The 天美传媒Next Generation Award is available to students enrolling at 天美传媒beginning in fall 2025. Current 天美传媒students may be eligible to apply for other legacy scholarships through the Alumni Association. More information may be found on the Ohio University Alumni Association page.

Are other forms of financial assistance available?

Yes. Financial aid offers, which will be mailed beginning in March to incoming freshman students and April to incoming transfer students, will include any other institutional, state and/or federal aid for which you may qualify.