SCHOLARSHIPS
Centre offers three types of scholarships: general merit, premier, and special scholarships.
GENERAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
We automatically consider you for these scholarships when we consider you for admission. General merit scholarship consideration is based on a comprehensive review of your credentials and contributions. They are awarded to approximately half of our annual applicant pool. No separate application is required. Renewable based on GPA.
GENERAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS |
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| Automatic consideration upon receipt of Common Application. | |
| Faculty Scholarship | $29,000 |
| Colonel Scholarship | $27,000 |
| Founders Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Centre Award | $21,000 |
| Alumni Award | $7,500 |
| Austin E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship | $5,000 |
PREMIER SCHOLARSHIPS
Centre’s three most competitive scholarship programs recognize 10 incoming students per program annually. We welcome nominations for our premier scholarship programs, although a nomination is not required for consideration. A separate application is required for the Brown Fellows Program and Lincoln Scholars Program. Renewable based on GPA and program participation.
PREMIER SCHOLARSHIPS |
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| Grissom Scholars Program | Full-tuition-plus |
| Separate online application required. | |
| Brown Fellows Program | Full-cost-plus |
| Lincoln Scholars Program | Full-cost-plus |
The premier scholarship application for the Brown Fellows Program and Lincoln Scholars Program is due by 11:59 p.m. EST on Monday, February 1, 2021.
Brown Fellows
The Brown Fellows Program recognizes 10 incoming students annually who have achieved academically at the highest level and who are likely to be model scholars at Centre. The program includes:
- Four-year, full-cost-plus scholarship, including tuition, room, and board
- $10,000 in enrichment funds
- On-campus program mentor and additional off-campus travel opportunities
- Customized leadership projects that span the student’s collegiate career
Grissom Scholars
The Grissom Scholars Program is designed for outstanding first-generation college students who exhibit character, ambition, and achievement both in and out of the classroom and have substantial financial need. The program recognizes 10 incoming students annually and includes:
- Four-year, full-tuition-plus scholarship, plus additional aid to cover any remaining financial need
- $5,000 in enrichment funds
- Individual mentoring and academic guidance for all four years
- Regular leadership and group activities with other Grissom Scholars
Lincoln Scholars
Named for the16th president of the United States, the Lincoln Scholars Program is designed for students who have the capacity and a deep desire to change the world. The program recognizes 10 incoming students annually and includes:
- Four-year, full-cost-plus scholarship, including tuition, room, and board
- Fully funded summer enrichment experiences
- On-campus program mentor and additional off-campus travel opportunities
SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships recognize students with special interests who demonstrate the potential to contribute to certain programs or areas of campus life. A separate application or candidate form is required for students to compete for these special scholarship opportunities.
SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS |
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| Bonner Program | $29,000 plus priority consideration for financial aid. Renewable. |
| New Horizons Program | $29,000 plus priority consideration for financial aid. Renewable. |
| Language Scholarship | $3,000-$5,000. Renewable and stackable. |
| Performing Arts Scholarship | $3,000-$5,000. Renewable and stackable. |
All special scholarship applications and candidate forms are due by 11:59 p.m. EST on Monday, February 1, 2021.
Bonner Program
Established by the Bonner Foundation, the Bonner Program is a need-based program designed for students who are passionate about making a lasting impact through community service and civic engagement. Centre’s Bonner Program includes Bonner Scholars who show commitment to community service and demonstrate high financial need by having an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and Bonner Leaders who prioritize service and qualify for Federal Work Study. Domestic students are eligible for these opportunities. United States citizenship is not required.
New Horizons Program
The New Horizons Program is a scholarship opportunity that seeks to develop student leaders with a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion work. The program is designed to provide a diverse group of students the opportunity to build leadership skills, professional development skills, communication skills, empathy, community, and appreciation for service learning. Domestic students are eligible for this opportunity. United States citizenship is not required.
Language Scholarship
The Language Scholarship recognizes students with a strong background of study in French, German, Japanese, Latin, Mandarin, or Spanish who wish to continue their study of language and culture at Centre. Majoring or minoring in a language is not required. Students may apply for a Language Scholarship in more than one target language by submitting additional applications; however, students are only eligible for one scholarship in one target language. Students may apply for a Language Scholarship in their native language. International and domestic students are eligible for this opportunity.
Performing Arts Scholarship
The Performing Arts Scholarship recognizes talented musicians, vocalists, actors, and/or theater technicians who have experience in and a commitment to music and/or dramatic arts. Majoring or minoring in performing arts is not required. Student may apply for a Performing Arts Scholarship in more than one area by submitting additional applications; however, students are only eligible for one Performing Arts Scholarship in one concentration. International and domestic students are eligible for this opportunity.
SCHOLARSHIP NOMINATIONS
Although a scholarship nomination is not required in order to apply for scholarships, the admission office welcomes nominations to help us identify and learn more about potential scholarship candidates. A nomination can be completed by a school counselor, core-course teacher, community-based organization liaison, employer, or independent college counselor. The priority deadline for nominations is December 15, but we accept nominations through January 15.
SCHOLARSHIP GUARANTEES
Centre Fellows Guarantee
An admitted Centre student accepted as a Centre Fellow will automatically receive the Founders Scholarship ($25,000 per year) and will be considered for other general merit scholarships. Centre Fellows are nominated by their high school guidance/college counselor in Spring of junior year, and the nomination must be approved by the Office of Admission. If a student is awarded a more valuable general merit scholarship, it will replace (not “stack” onto) the $25,000 Founder’s Scholarship.
Centre College has a longstanding commitment to making the best education affordable for talented students in the Commonwealth. If a graduate of the Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP), the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA), or the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) applies and is admitted to Centre, the maximum cost of a Centre education after scholarships and grant aid will not exceed the published price for tuition, room and board at the University of Kentucky. Many students will pay less.
Legacy Scholarship
The Legacy Award is a $3,000 renewable annual award given to admitted students who are children or grandchildren of Centre alumni. To be considered, students who apply for admission to Centre should mention that their parent(s) or grandparent(s) attended Centre on their application materials.
Austin E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship opens doors for Ohio students
Centre College is pleased to offer the Austin E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship. The award is a merit scholarship designated for students from Ohio who are interested in mathematics or majoring in a STEM field.
“Scholarships enable bright and aspiring young men and women to obtain the benefits of a life-shaping education,” says Centre College President John Roush. “These types of scholarships make a difference in the lives of our students, and we are grateful for them.”
The Austin E. Knowlton Foundation was created by Austin “Dutch” Knowlton (1909- 2003) in 1981 “to promote and advance higher education in the United States and to provide direct grants and contributions to qualified colleges and universities.” Mr. Knowlton grew up in Bellefontaine, in Logan County, Ohio, and studied architecture at The Ohio State University. He then joined and later led the Knowlton construction company which completed more than 600 major construction projects, including school buildings, hospitals and libraries, throughout Ohio and the Midwest. Mr. Knowlton was a minority-stake owner of the Cincinnati Reds and a co-founder of the Cincinnati Bengals.
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