First-Year Scholarships
All Admitted Students Qualify for a Scholarship
Every student who is admitted to º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ receives one renewable academic scholarship. The following academic scholarships are available to admitted, first-time attending students starting in August 2024:
| Scholarship | Annual Amount | GPA Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Board of Governors | $24,000 | 3.75+ |
| Presidents | $22,000 | 3.5-3.74 |
| Black & Gold | $20,000 | up to 3.49 |
Scholarships are based on the cumulative high school GPA provided at the time of admission and are not subject to subsequent review of transcripts submitted after admission.
Full-time º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ undergraduate students receive an average of $27,000 a year in scholarships and grants––that’s $100,000 over four years. Our admission and financial aid counselors are ready to meet with you to customize your scholarship award.
$1,000 Campus or Virtual Visit Grant
You automatically receive this renewable $1,000 grant when you tour campus or arrange a virtual visit. (Limit 1). Schedule your campus visit.
Access º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Scholarship Program for Pell-eligible Students
The Access º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Scholarship Program will fully fund tuition through federal, state and º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ merit-based and need-based aid for first-time, first-year students who qualify for the federal Pell Grant. The program will serve most students whose family adjusted gross incomes are at or below $65,000. Learn more about the Access º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Scholarship Program.
Additional First-Year Scholarships
In addition to an academic scholarship, you may be eligible for these º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ scholarships.
| Scholarship | Amount | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Wesleyan Honors Academy Scholarship | 100% of your WHA tuition | Not applicable |
| Alumni Legacy Scholarship | $1,000, renewable | Not applicable |
| Great Plains United Methodist Scholarship | $500 to $2,000, renewable | Not applicable |
| TeamMates Scholarship | $1,000 | Not applicable |
| College Possible | $1,000 | Not applicable |
| Upward Bound | $1,000 | Not applicable |
Competitive Scholarships
These º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ scholarships require students to audition or interview for a competitive award.
| Scholarship | Amount | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Huge-º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Scholarship | Full tuition, fees, room and board | December 1, 2024 |
| Theatre Scholarships | $500 to $3,000 | Audition dates vary |
| Music Ensemble Participation Scholarship | $500 to $3,000 | Audition dates vary |
| The Bennett Music Scholarship | $500 to $3,000 | Audition dates vary |
| The Fosbury Music Scholarship | $500 to $3,000 | Audition dates vary |
| The Harrod Music Scholarship | $500 to $3,000 | Audition dates vary |
| The Marshall Music Scholarship | $500 to $3,000 | Audition dates vary |
Athletic Scholarships at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½
º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is a member of the NCAA Division III, which is unique in not awarding athletic scholarships due to its unwavering commitment to the academic success of every student-athlete. At º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½, we reward your scholastic performance with academic scholarships so you can compete in the sport you love—on scholarship in the subject you love.