General Academic Scholarships
Austin College offers a number of general academic scholarships not dependent upon the establishment of financial need. These awards are made chiefly in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and potential and range between $8,000 and $18,000 annually. These general scholarships for first-time full-time freshmen and transfer students require no additional scholarship applications. Students who wish to be considered for general academic scholarships must indicate such on their Application for Admission when applying to Austin College. Students completing all admission materials by the Early Action II deadline receive priority consideration for available general academic scholarships.
Typically, 75% of our students receive Austin College merit-based scholarships. Scholarships awarded to freshmen are renewed on an annual basis for a maximum of eight long terms of undergraduate study, excluding summer terms. Those awarded to transfer students are renewed on a term basis for the number of fall and spring terms deemed necessary by the College for a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Additional Institutional Scholarships for New Students
Applicants for institutional scholarships must submit their Application for Admission materials by December 1, Early Action I deadline. They should complete any scholarship applications and submit them by December 15. Notifications for institutional scholarships will be mailed by February 15. NOTE: We are in the process of reviewing our scholarship awards. Specific information and PDF applications will be available in late August.
Fine Arts: Art Scholarships
Awarded to students with talents in studio art. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount up to $4,500 annually. Applicants must submit an art portfolio to be considered a candidate. Contact the art department to schedule this meeting. This award is renewable each year with the endorsement of the art department stipulating a student has met satisfactory performance expectations.
For additional art scholarship details and to schedule a meeting, call 903.813.2048 or email hrushing@austincollege.edu.
Fine Arts: Music Scholarships
Awarded to students with talents in music – both for those who intend to major or minor in music and for those who do not intend to major or minor in music. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount up to $4,500 annually. To be considered as a candidate, applicants must have a live audition and interview with the Music Scholarship Committee in the early spring of their senior year. Contact the music department to schedule this audition. This award is renewable each year with the endorsement of the music department stipulating a student has met satisfactory performance expectations.
For additional music scholarship details and to schedule an audition, call 903.813.2251 or email scholarships@austincollegemusic.com.
Fine Arts: Theatre Scholarships
Awarded to students with talents in theatre – both for those who intend to major or minor in theatre and for those who do not intend to major or minor in theatre. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount up to $4,500 annually. To be considered as a candidate, applicants must have a live audition or portfolio presentation and interview with Theatre faculty in the early spring of their senior year. This award is renewable each year with the endorsement of the theatre department stipulating a student has met satisfactory performance expectations.
For additional theatre scholarship details and to schedule an audition, call 903.813.2281.
John D. Moseley Alumni Scholarships
Awarded to outstanding freshman applicants who have potential for continued success at Austin College. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount between $500-$1,000 annually. To be eligible, a student must be nominated by an Austin College graduate. Nominations should be submitted by December 15.
Sara Bernice Moseley Scholarships for Presbyterian Students
Awarded to student with records of academic achievement who are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Strong candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to the Church and to service to others. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount between $500-$1,000 annually. This scholarship is renewable for each undergraduate year, provided a student is involved in meaningful ways in the life of the Church and in service to others and remains in good academic standing. Nominations should be submitted by December 15.
National Hispanic Institute Scholarships from Austin College
Awarded to incoming freshmen who are graduates of the National Hispanic Institute and who excel both in the classroom and in the community. Criteria include attendance at one or more NHI programs during high school (signed proof of participation from at least one NHI staff member required) and leadership skills. Applicants should detail their involvement in NHI on the application for admission (application for admission should be complete and received by December 15). Awards may amount up to $2,500 annually.
Scholar Awards
National Merit Finalists (who name Austin College as their first choice school), National Achievement Finalists, and National Hispanic Scholars will receive a $2,000 Austin College Sponsored Award in addition to one Austin College award (general academic or institutional). These represent the two Austin College awards for which the student is eligible.
Note: The various scholarship committees at Austin College review on an annual basis the types, number, and values of scholarships offered. Interested parties should contact the Office of Admission with questions pertaining to scholarships.
