Scholarships, Grants and Tuition Discounts
The School of Communication & the Arts is committed to providing an excellent, high-value private education at a competitive price. Starting in the fall of 2013, tuition rates will be lowered by 20%. In addition, we have a comprehensive offering of scholarships, grants and tuition discounts, which are awarded for one academic year at a time, unless stipulated, to include fall, spring and summer semesters. Please complete only one application form: scholarship application form and a FAFSA application. Click on the links below for more information.
Academic Merit ScholarshipAward: $615-$1,850 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.8 GPA or higher
Stipulation: Award cannot be combined with other scholarships and may be used for School of Communication & the Arts coursework only. Applicants with the highest GPAs will be awarded first until funds are depleted. Award amounts are based on the strength of each applicant's GPA and test scores.
Apply: No application is necessary. New and returning students will be awarded automatically if eligible.
Award: Varies
Eligibility:
- Full-time MFA in Acting student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- Acting audition required
Stipulation: The Department of Theatre Arts faculty will determine the award.
Apply: Complete a scholarship application form prior to each academic year enrolled.
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
Award: Up to $750 per semester
Eligibility:
- All School of Communication & the Arts students with participating churches
- At least 1/2 time enrollment status
Apply: Complete a church match application
Award: Up to $2,500 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.2 GPA or higher
- Demonstrates financial need
Award: 25%
Eligibility:
- Employee of a Partner Corporation or Organization
- Membership to partner organization if applicable
Apply: Complete the corporate sponsorship form each semester
Award: Up to 50%
Eligibility:
- Elected COGS senators and representatives
Stipulation: Student Services will contact Central Financial Aid to award recipients.
Award: 50%-100% for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.8 GPA or higher
- Exemplifies strong leadership skills and a Christian commitment
Stipulation: The Dean of the School of Communication & the Arts will select recipients.
Award: Up to $2000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
- Exemplifies servant leadership and volunteerism
Award: Up to $2,500 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
- Exemplifies moral character and integrity
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time communication student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.8 GPA or higher
- Demonstrates promising scholarship and research potential
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time television student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.2 GPA or higher
- Demonstrates financial need
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time doctoral student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.2 GPA or higher
- Demonstrates financial need
- Can be used for tuition and/or books
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time journalism student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
- Demonstrates financial need
- Exemplifies a strong Christian commitment and spiritual maturity
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Female
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
- Exhibits exceptional promise in chosen field of study
Award: 25%
Eligibility:
- Active-duty military, national guard, reservist or veteran
- Part-time or full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- Proof of military status
Award: 15%
Eligibility:
- Spouse of an active-duty military, national guard or reservist
- Part-time or full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- Proof of military dependent status
Award: Up to $4000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.0 GPA or higher
Award: Up to $500 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.2 GPA or higher
- Demonstrates financial need
Award: Up to $1000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
Award: Up to $2000 for one academic year
Eligibility:
- Full-time journalism student in the School of Communication & the Arts
- 3.5 GPA or higher
