Gettysburg College Scholarships

Gettysburg College Scholarships offers to support students from diverse academic disciplines and backgrounds. Given the highly competitive nature of these awards, applicants are encouraged to apply early and thoroughly review all eligibility criteria for both merit-based and need-based financial aid.

Host Country	USA
Host Institute	Gettysburg College
Level	Undergraduate
Eligible Nationality	All
Fellowship Type	Funded/Fully Funded
Benefits	Up to $50000/year
Duration	Up to 4 years
Closing Date	Up to November 15

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About Gettysburg College

Nestled in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Gettysburg College is a distinguished private liberal arts institution founded in 1832. Renowned for its challenging academics, tight-knit community, and strong focus on experiential learning, the college offers students a dynamic educational experience. Its scenic campus, located beside the historic Gettysburg battlefield, provides a unique setting where tradition and innovation intersect.

Gettysburg College offers a diverse range of undergraduate programs across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, encouraging students to explore interdisciplinary interests. With a vibrant campus life, a deep commitment to civic engagement, and numerous leadership opportunities, the college equips students to become thoughtful, informed, and engaged global citizens.

Gettysburg College Scholarships Program

Gettysburg College offers a robust scholarship program that recognizes academic excellence, leadership, civic engagement, and individual talent. Its generous merit-based awards—including the prestigious Abraham Lincoln and Presidential Scholarships—can significantly reduce tuition costs. The college also provides specialized scholarships for students excelling in fields such as the arts and STEM.

Many of these scholarships are automatically considered during the admissions process, requiring no separate application. In addition to merit-based aid, Gettysburg College is committed to making education accessible by offering need-based financial assistance to ensure students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to attend.

Eisenhower Scholarship at Gettysburg College

The Eisenhower Scholarship is Gettysburg College’s most prestigious award—offering more than just financial support. Designed to shape outstanding young leaders into the changemakers of tomorrow, the scholarship spans a transformative four-year journey. Eisenhower Scholars benefit from dedicated mentorship and resources through the Garthwait Leadership Center, the Eisenhower Institute, and the Center for Public Service, empowering them to lead with purpose and drive meaningful impact.

Scholarship Value and Financial Support

Eisenhower Scholarship recipients are awarded $44,000 per year, totaling $176,000 over four years of full-time study at Gettysburg College. To remain eligible, scholars must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 throughout their undergraduate studies.

In addition to financial support, Eisenhower Scholars participate in exclusive programs focused on professional development, community engagement, experiential learning, and building strong peer connections within their cohort.

Application Procedure

To apply for the Eisenhower Scholarship, students must complete and submit both the Eisenhower Scholarship application and the Common Application by the designated deadlines:

First Early Decision: Submit by November 15 (scholarship and admission notifications by December 15).
Early Action: Submit by December 1 (notifications by February 1).
Second Early Decision: Submit by January 15 (notifications by February 15).
Regular Decision: Submit by January 15 (notifications by March 15).

Priority consideration is given to students applying through Early Decision and Early Action.

Applicants who are not selected for the Eisenhower Scholarship will automatically be considered for Gettysburg College’s other merit-based scholarships as part of the admissions review process.

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STEM Scholars Program at Gettysburg College

The STEM Scholars Program at Gettysburg College comprises a select group of first-year students pursuing bachelor’s degrees in fields such as biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, health sciences, mathematics, physics, and psychology. Through the college’s strong commitment to affordability, STEM Scholars receive need-based financial aid packages that fully meet their demonstrated financial need.

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, refugee, or a legally admitted permanent resident of the United States.
Submit both the CSS Profile and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to demonstrate financial need.
Must be enrolled as a full-time student.

Application Procedure

Complete your STEM Scholars Program application online by the admissions deadline for your chosen application round: November 15 for Early Decision I, December 1 for Early Action, or January 15 for Early Decision II and Regular Decision.
Submit your full admissions application by the same deadline. This should include the Common Application, official high school transcript, and recommendations from your teacher and counselor. A letter of recommendation from a science teacher is strongly encouraged. You may also choose to submit standardized test scores.
In addition, submit your financial aid documents, including the CSS Profile and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), by the same application deadline.

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Sunderman Conservatory Scholarships for Talented Musicians

F. William Sunderman Merit Scholarship

Top-performing musicians pursuing a music major—whether a Bachelor of Music in Performance, Bachelor of Music Education, or Bachelor of Arts in Music—are eligible for Gettysburg College’s highest talent-based scholarship, valued at $42,000 per year.
This prestigious award is renewable annually, contingent upon the student’s continued progress toward a music degree, consistent development in private lessons, and maintenance of a satisfactory GPA.
An audition is required for scholarship consideration.

Parker B. Wagnild Memorial Scholarship

Talent-based scholarships are awarded to students majoring or minoring in music—and in some cases, to exceptionally talented non-majors. These scholarships offer $33,000 per year and are renewable annually.

To maintain the award, students must:

Remain active in faculty-assigned conservatory ensembles
Show consistent progress in their private music studies
Maintain a satisfactory GPA
Continue making meaningful advancement in their music major or minor (if applicable)

Ongoing participation and achievement in both performance and academics are essential for renewal.

Elizabeth Headley Paul Memorial Scholarship Program

Talent-based scholarships are awarded to enrolled students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Music, or Bachelor of Music Education at the Sunderman Conservatory of Music.
Each year, preference is given to qualified students specializing in keyboard or piano.
The scholarship provides a minimum annual award of $8,000 and is renewable each year, contingent upon the recipient’s continued progress toward a music degree, steady advancement in private music studies, and maintenance of a satisfactory GPA.