Appeal and Exception Process for Hope Scholarship
The Institutional Review Panel (IRP) is established for the purpose of reviewing appeals for a student's request to change their enrollment status and leave of absence as it relates to their continued eligibility for the HOPE Scholarship.
The IRP will be designated by the institution administrator and may be composed, but not limited to, the following: two faculty members, one support staff, one student, and one administrator. An alternate will be designated for any IRP member who is personally involved in a particular case or is otherwise unable to attend.
Students must complete the HOPE scholarship appeal form and provide supporting documentation. Students must receive approval of the appeal before making a change to their enrollment status.
Appeals of IRP's Decision
A student seeking an appeal of a decision rendered by the IRP shall request in writing an appeal outlining the basis for the appeal with the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation within fourteen calendar days from the date the decision was delivered to the student.
Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation
TELS Award Appeals Panel
404 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 1950
Nashville, Tennessee 37243.