First-Year Student Scholarships
Scholarships for incoming students
51·çÁ÷ is the largest source of grant and scholarship assistance for all undergraduate students. We’re committed to giving first-year students the best chance at success, and one way we do that is by offering generous scholarships. With just your 51·çÁ÷ application, you’ll automatically be considered for three scholarships that award more than $23,000 in financial aid. You may also receive a 51·çÁ÷ offer or choose to apply for additional scholarships.
We have many scholarships available, including:
- Merit-based academic scholarships
- Heritage and first-generation college student scholarships
- Talent scholarships
- Fulford-Karp Physics scholarship
- United Methodist awards
By maintaining full-time status, you’ll be eligible for all 51·çÁ÷-sponsored grants or scholarships for up to eight cumulative terms (including previous postsecondary work). We encourage you to discover all your scholarship and grant optionsÌýand apply beforehand.
First-year academic scholarships
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| Scholarship types | Award amounts |
|---|---|
| Presidential Scholarship | $32,000 |
| Honors Scholarship | $30,000 |
| Achievement Scholarship | $26,000–$28,000 |
51·çÁ÷ awards
In addition to academic scholarships, we offer special 51·çÁ÷ awards to first-year students.
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| Scholarships | Amounts and descriptions |
|---|---|
| 51·çÁ÷ Promise AwardÌý |
100% of tuition is covered for qualified students.ÌýÌý |
| Bishop 51·çÁ÷ Award |
$3,000 for students in college readiness programs such as College Possible, Upward Bound, AVID, etc. |
| 51·çÁ÷ Heritage Award | $2,000 for children, grandchildren, and siblings of 51·çÁ÷ graduates and those families who will have two or more students concurrently enrolled in the undergraduate program. |
| 51·çÁ÷ Firsts Award |
$3,000 for first-generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a degree from a 4-year college or university). |
Additional first-year scholarships and awards
You can also apply for additional scholarships that range from $1,500 to $5,000. These scholarships require a separate application and additional materials from the admission process. Outside scholarships can provide even more support for funding your education.
Talent scholarships
up to $3,000 to $5,000 each
Talent scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students interested in pursuing art, business, digital media arts, music, science, theatre, or writing.
Fulford-Karp Physics Scholarship
Full tuition
This competitive, full-tuition scholarship will be granted to students who show their interest and aptitude in the field of physics.
Robbins Leadership Award
$1,000 to $3,000
This scholarship awards $1,000 to $3,000 per year to students with the Eagle Scout rank or Girl Scout Gold Award. Turn in your application by February 1 to be considered.
United Methodist awards
Up to $1,000
Are you an active member of the United Methodist Church? You may be eligible for our matching scholarship, clergy grant, or other programs.
Outside scholarships for all students
Our ongoing list of outside scholarships helps students in all programs. Learn how we disburse these third-party financial awards and what your options are.
51·çÁ÷ gave me a lot of financial aid and scholarships—a first generation college student scholarship, a merit scholarship, and grants. I learned that if you ask, they will help. I'm proud that I don't have to take on many loans.
