Need-based Aid.

The first step in applying for need-based aid is completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). You may complete the FAFSA online. We encourage you to complete it as early as possible, even if you must use last year's tax information until you file your taxes for the current year.

Once you have done this, we will evaluate your application and let you know what type of need-based aid you may qualify for. Even if you are not eligible for federal aid, you may be eligible for institutional need-based aid.

Merit-based Aid.

Most of our institutional scholarships are awarded to students based solely on information we collect during the admissions process and no separate scholarship application is required.

There are several competitive scholarships, however, that do require separate applications. These scholarships are described in detail in the Financial Aid Handbook. The deadline for each is December 1 of the year before you expect to enroll.

• Maclellan & Leadership Scholarship
• Donaldson Science Scholarship
• Economics & Community Development Scholarship
  • Application
  • Economics Supplement
  • Community Development Supplement
• Emerging Artist Scholarship
• Future Teacher Scholarship
• Genesis 1:28 Business Scholarship
• Computer Science Scholarship
• Wilberforce Scholarship
  • Application
  • Description

In addition, tryouts are required for athletic scholarships and auditions for music scholarships. Please see the Financial Aid Handbook for details and contact information.

We invite you to contact your admissions representative if you have any questions about applying for financial aid. We would be glad to help you.