Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 30th of June, 2025.
Scholarship Summary:
Philander Smith University offers freshman awards to outstanding incoming freshmen students (domestic and international). These awards are based upon both academic-merit and demonstrated financial need; both factors are essential in the awarding of institutional aid.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration, the following minimum criteria must be met;
i. Thomas Mason Scholar: 3.5 GPA AND 22 ACT or 1100 SAT
ii. George C. Taylor Scholar: 3.2 GPA AND 19 ACT or 980 SAT
iii. An admission deposit is required to reserve the scholarship offer.
Value of Scholarship:
The freshman awards are valued as follows;
i. The Thomas Mason Scholarship covers the full tuition cost & fees per academic year for four years
ii. The George C. Taylor Scholar covers the tuition cost per academic year for four years
Both scholarships are renewable annually, provided recipients maintain the requisite GPA.
Scholarship Application Guide:
These scholarships will be awarded based on the GPAs and test scores associated with the admissions application and do not require a separate application.
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Philander Smith Scholarship Page.