Merit Scholarships
Applicants to Principia College are automatically considered for merit scholarships. No separate application is required. Scholarship decisions are made at the time of admittance, which means you will receive a scholarship award alongside your admittance letter.
Academic scholarships are awarded automatically based on GPA and test score information included in your application for admission. Other scholarships may be awarded based on information provided in your application and additional details shared with your admissions counselor.
To receive priority consideration for scholarships, complete your application for admission by May 1.
First-Year Student Merit Scholarship Ranges
Typical merit scholarship awards for first-year applicants range from $20,000 - $34,800.
Transfer Student Merit Scholarship Ranges
Typical merit scholarship awards for transfer applicants range from $20,000–$33,500.
General Merit Scholarship Guidelines
Principia College determines merit scholarship eligibility on a holistic basis during the admission process. All scholarships are renewed for eight total semesters of enrollment.
As a member of the NCAA Division III, Principia College does not provide financial assistance based on athletic ability.
Academic Scholarships
All academic scholarships are awarded automatically based on academic information included in the student's admissions application. Scholarship awards are contingent upon receipt and verification of official final transcripts and/or test scores.
First-Year Academic Scholarships
Principia College awards academic merit scholarships based on the academic information provided in a student's admissions application. Students with qualifying test scores may also receive an additional scholarship that stacks with their academic merit award.
| First-Year Student Scholarships | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Scholarship |
GPA Range |
Academic Merit |
|
Chairman |
>= 3.75 |
$34,800 |
|
Trustee |
> = 3.50 |
$33,000 |
|
President |
>= 3.25 |
$29,500 |
|
Dean |
>= 3.00 |
$28,000 |
|
Achievement |
< 3.00 |
$20,000 |
| Test Score Awards | ||
|---|---|---|
|
ACT/SAT Score |
Award |
|
|
ACT 28+ / SAT 1300+ |
$3,000 |
|
|
ACT 25-27 / SAT 1200-1299 |
$2,000 |
|
|
ACT 22-24 / SAT 1100-1199 |
$1,000 |
|
Transfer Academic Scholarships
|
Transfer Student Scholarships |
||
|---|---|---|
|
Scholarship |
GPA Range |
Academic Merit |
|
Chairman |
>= 3.50 |
$33,500 |
|
Trustee |
> = 3.00 |
$30,000 |
|
Achievement |
< 3.00 |
$20,000 |
Other Institutional Scholarships
Students may also be eligible for the following institutional scholarships based on the requirements listed below:
Arthur F. Schulz Jr. Alumni Scholarship
In 1982, The Principia Alumni Association established a special endowment fund in memory of Arthur F. Schulz Jr. for children and grandchildren of Principia alumni. The scholarship is a $2,500 scholarship renewable for four years. First-time freshmen must have achieved a minimum 3.00 high school GPA to qualify for the full award; transfer students must have a 3.00 or higher college GPA.
Campus Visit Grant
Awarded to students who attend a qualified campus visit prior to enrolling as a first-year or transfer student. The scholarship of $500 per year is renewable for up to four years. Travel reimbursement may be available. More information about the Campus Visit Scholarship and how to schedule a campus visit can be found here.
CS Camper Award
Awarded to those who have attended one or more summer session at a Christian Science Camp as a camper. Scholarship amount is dependent on the number of summers the student attended. The scholarship ranges from $1,000-$5,000 based on the number of summer sessions attended. Confirmation from Christian Science camp required, including dates of attendance.
DiscoveryBound National Leadership Council (NLC) Scholarship
The $5,000 NLC Scholarship is awarded to students who successfully complete DiscoveryBound’s selective and demanding four-year program that emphasizes spiritual growth, leadership, and service. Verification of graduation from DBNLC is required for eligibility.
Principia Commitment Award
Awarded to graduates of Principia School who have completed at least 2 years of study at Principia Upper School and matriculate to Principia College, completing an additional 3 years of study at the College. Awardees must enter Principia College as a first-time student. Awarded in the student’s 4th year of study at Principia College. This award may not apply to any study beyond 8 semesters.
Principia Veterans’ Scholarship
The $8,000 Veterans’ Scholarship is awarded to those who have honorably served in any branch of the United States military and their children who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. This scholarship is renewable up to four years.
Documentation of honorable discharge or current active military status is required for eligibility.
Scholarships Available to Current Students
CS Counselor Award
Total award opportunity for this scholarship is $20,000 ($5,000 per undergraduate year).
Awarded to enrolled students who work as a counselor or other summer support staff at a Christian Science Camp the summer immediately preceding the term of award. Confirmation from Christian Science camp verifying the student’s successful completion of summer employment at the camp as a counselor or other summer support staff is required. Scholarship is capped at tuition.
Principia Commitment Award
Awarded to graduates of Principia School who have completed at least 2 years of study at Principia Upper School and matriculate to Principia College, completing an additional 3 years of study at the College. Awardees must enter Principia College as a first-time student. Awarded in the student’s 4th year of study at Principia College, eligibility for this award is reserved for students enrolling at Principia College beginning Fall 2023. This award may not apply to any study beyond 8 semesters.
Scholarship Eligibility
Principia College’s scholarship program is open to all prospective degree-seeking students, domestic and international, regardless of national or ethnic origin or citizenship.
Scholarships are awarded according to established criteria, regardless of financial need, and are applied directly to tuition.
