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Lindsey Wilson College

Academic Scholarships

Academic scholarships require that students maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 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. Upon resumption of the minimal qualifying requirements, students may qualify to reinstate their academic scholarship. Renewal of a previously lost scholarship is not guaranteed and is subject to availability of funds. No student will receive more than one institutional academic scholarship except for the Begley Scholars and the Wesley Scholars Programs.

Program scholarships are offered in the following areas: Art, Choral Music, and Instrumental Music. Additional information may be obtained by contacting a faculty member in the program.

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, housing, and food. 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;
  • 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 (at least one from high school instructor); 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 between 18 & 20
  • 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 between 24 & 26
  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

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

  • Minimum ACT composite score between 27 & 29
  • 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.)