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Lindsey Wilson College

Academic Scholarships

Academic scholarships require that students maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 and complete a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year or meet the standards specified by a particular academic program. Failure to maintain these requirements will result in forfeiture of the scholarship. All ACT scores must be reported prior to May 1 of the student’s senior year to be considered for an academic scholarship.

A student may not receive more than one institutional academic scholarship except for the Begley Scholars and the Wesley Scholars Programs.

*Awarded only to first-time, full-time freshmen.

Students enrolled on the A.P. White campus in Columbia are eligible for institutional grants and scholarships.

Competitive Academic Scholarships

Begley Scholarship*

This scholarship is given in honor of Dr. John B. Begley, who served as the president of the college from 1977-1997. The Begley scholarship is merit-based and covers tuition, fees, room, and board. If a student chooses to commute, the scholarship will cover tuition and fees only. This is a competitive scholarship for graduating high school seniors based on the following requirements:
  • A minimum ACT composite score of 24;
  • A minimum high school GPA of 3.0;
  • Admission and financial aid paperwork (FAFSA);
  • Completion of the Begley Scholarship process:
    1. A typewritten essay (one to two pages in length) on a topic chosen by the scholarship committee;
    2. Three letters of reference (two from high school instructors; one from any source); and
    3. Submitted Application for Admission to Lindsey Wilson College, a current high school transcript, and ACT/SAT scores.
One scholarship per year is also awarded to a returning student. The selection process is based upon nominations from faculty and staff as well as a typewritten essay. For more information about the Begley Scholarship Program click here.

Wesley Scholarship*

This program is designed for graduating high school seniors who are active in their local church. Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, have demonstrated leadership in their church, and have career plans that include service to God and their church. This is a competitive scholarship based on the following criteria:
  • Complete an application to Lindsey Wilson College and the Wesley Scholars program;
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
  • Submit letters of reference from a pastor and teacher; and
  • Attend Wesley Scholars Day held during the Talent Showcase in the spring.
Wesley Scholars must maintain a 3.0 GPA grade point average. They may choose any major in the curriculum but must also concurrently earn a major in Christian ministries. For more information about the Wesley Scholarship Program click here.

John B. Horton Scholarship - Up to $15,000*

  • Minimum ACT composite score of 18
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

A.P. White Scholarship - Up to $16,000*

  • Minimum ACT composite score of 21
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

L.R. McDonald Presidential Scholarship - Up to $17,000*

  • Minimum ACT composite score of 24
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

V.P. Henry Presidential Scholarship - Up to $18,000*

  • Minimum ACT composite score of 27
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

Trustee Scholarship - Up to full tuition*

  • Minimum ACT composite score of 30
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

Walter S. Reuling Presidential Scholarship - Up to full tuition*

  • Valedictorian (No other students may share the same honor.)
  • Minimum ACT composite score of 24
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

    • (Students with an ACT composite of less than 24 or a high school GPA of less than 3.0 may receive up to one-half tuition.)

Award for Excellence - Up to Full Tuition*

  • National Merit Semifinalists or National Achievement Semifinalists
  • Minimum ACT composite score of 24
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

    • (Students with an ACT composite of less than 24 or a high school GPA of less than 3.0 may receive up to one-half tuition.)

Eagle Scout & Girl Scout Gold - Up to $1,000

(Can be in addition to other academic scholarships.)
  • Eagle Scout or Girl Scout Gold through Boy and Girl Scouts of America (by age 18)
  • Minimum ACT composite score of 24
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0
  • Two letters of reference (one from a Scouting official and one from another source.)
  • One page essay explaining the benefits of scouting from personal experiences

Kentucky Governor's Scholar Scholarship - Up to full tuition*

  • Kentucky Governor's Scholar, Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts, Kentucky Governor's School for Entrepreneurship
  • Minimum ACT composite score of 24
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

Roger Scholar Scholarship - Up to full tuition*

  • Rogers Scholar
  • Minimum ACT composite score of 24
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

    • (Students with an ACT composite of less than 24 or a high school GPA of less than 3.0 may receive up to one-half tuition.)