Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 10th of January, 2025.
Scholarship Summary:
The Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Scholarship is the College’s highest award for academic excellence, service and faith and it will be awarded to first-time freshman nationwide (US citizens and residents only) who have used their unique experiences, aptitudes and abilities to make a difference in their local communities and beyond.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
Students must meet all of the following eligibility requirements in order to be considered for this scholarship.
• Admitted or enrolling as a full-time, campus-based SMWC student
• Planning to enroll in a degree-seeking program
• Demonstrate unique experiences, aptitudes and abilities to make a difference in their local communities and beyond.
• Prove academic excellence by upholding a 3.2 high school GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
Value of Scholarship:
The Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Scholarship awards four (4) scholarships up to full-tuition awards and one (1) $4,000 towards the cost of room in Le Fer Hall. These are renewable for a total of four years.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
Step 1: Submit your online admission application here.
Step 2: Use this form to apply to the Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Scholarship, and submit your scholarship essay. The essay prompt is provided below.
Step 3: A letter of recommendation from a community leader or academic mentor should be sent separately by January 10, 2025. Choose an individual who will speak to your leadership abilities, dedication to faith, and commitment to service. Letters should be sent to the Office of Admissions at SMWC.
Step 4: Finalists will be invited to interview. Interview dates will be announced at a later date.
Essay Instructions
Type a 750-1000 word essay on the following topic:
The Latin, “Virtus cum Scientia,” translated as “Virtue with Knowledge United,” appears on the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College seal and coat of arms. Chosen by SMWC foundress, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, this motto embodies this liberal arts institution’s faithfulness to Catholic values and excellence in academics.
Describe the role of spirituality/faith in your own life and your commitment to education (including some examples). In your experience, how do these two things (spirituality/faith and education) relate to and reinforce one another? How would an education from a Catholic, liberal arts college prepare you for your future? Finally, how can you connect your thoughts on these topics to some aspects of Saint Mother Theodore’s life of faith and education?
Please note: This essay is different from your college application essay.
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the SMWC Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Scholarship Page.