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Home » Admission & Aid » Scholarships and Financial Aid » Scholarships for New Students

Scholarships for New Students

The Finish in Four GuaranteeAustin College recognizes academic accomplishments, leadership, service, and talents with an array of scholarship awards.  These awards are not dependent upon the establishment of financial needs.

First-Year Merit Scholarships for Fall 2023
All applicants admitted to Austin College will be holistically reviewed and considered for all of our general academic scholarships including test-optional applicants. No additional scholarship application is required for consideration for a general academic scholarship.  Once awarded, our merit scholarships renew for four years as long as students continue at full-time status in good standing.

2023 FY Merit Scholarships

¹ Austin College uses a recalculated, weighted academic GPA (not the GPA posted on a student’s transcript). The recalculated GPA includes courses in English, Math, Social Sciences, Science, Languages, and Fine Arts. Weight is added for coursework taken through AP, IB, or Dual Credit programs.
² Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, as long as students remain enrolled full-time in good standing.

Merit scholarship notifications are delivered to you at the time of your admission notification, and can be found by visiting the Student Hub.

Additional Institutional Scholarships for New Students

Applicants for institutional scholarships must submit their Application for Admission materials by February 1, the Early Action II deadline. They should complete any scholarship applications and submit them by February 1. Notifications for institutional scholarships will be mailed by mid-March.

Fine Arts: Art Scholarships

Awarded to students with talents in studio art – both for those who intend to major or minor in art and for those who do not intend to major or minor in art. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount up to $4,000 annually for each recipient. Applicants must submit an art portfolio to be considered a candidate. Portfolios can be submitted as .ppt, .pptx, or .jpg files, which will be uploaded as part of the online application. 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, call 903.813.2283 or email Sheila Weaver.

Fine Arts: Music Scholarships

Awarded to students with talents in music for performance in an assigned AC music ensemble – 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 $4,000 annually for each recipient. To be considered as a candidate, applicants must have a live audition and interview with the Music Scholarship Committee or submit a videotaped audition 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 903.813.2283 or email Sheila Weaver, Music Department Scholarship Coordinator.

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 $4,000 annually for each recipient. 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, contact the Office of Admission at 903.813.3000.

John D. Moseley Alumni Scholarships

Awarded to outstanding freshman applicants who have the potential for continued success at Austin College. A limited number of awards are available each year and may amount to between $500 and $1,000 annually. To be eligible, a student must be nominated by an Austin College graduate. Nominations should be submitted by February 1.

Nancy Bryant ’67 and Jerry Taylor Scholarship

The Nancy Bryant ’67 and Jerry Taylor Scholarship is awarded to students interested in majoring in Physics or Engineering Physics or completing the Pre-Engineering professional track at Austin College. Competitive applicants will have minimum scores of 650 for SAT Math or 26 for ACT Math and Science components, and a high school GPA of 3.5+. (Fall 2023 applicants who are test-optional will have full consideration for this scholarship.)

A limited number of awards are available each year between $5,000 and $7,500 annually. Additionally, recipients may be eligible for a one-time stipend up to $4,000 for approved summer research or internship opportunity. This award is renewable each year with the endorsement of the physics department stipulating a student has met satisfactory performance expectations. Applications for Bryant Taylor Scholarships are due February 1.

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 February 1). Awards may amount up to $2,500 annually.

Sara Bernice Moseley Scholarships for Presbyterian Students

Awarded to students 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 to between $500 and $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 February 1.

Additional Scholarships for Presbyterian Students

Westminster Scholar Award

The Westminster Scholar Award is given to dependent children of full-time Presbyterian Church (USA) professionals.  Classification would include; ordained Presbyterian Church (USA) clergy serving in full-time Presbyterian Church (USA) validated ministries, full-time professionals serving Presbyterian Church (USA) congregations, and other full-time professionals serving Presbyterian Church (USA) Covenant Partners (through Synod Covenants) and Presbyterian Church (USA) General Assembly offices and institutions.  Any applicant outside these parameters will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants that may qualify should notify the Office of Admission by March 1.

National Presbyterian College Scholarship

The National Presbyterian College Scholarship program seeks to assist Presbyterian Church (USA) students attending Presbyterian-related schools. Twenty-five to thirty students are awarded up to $2,500 and will have an opportunity to renew the scholarship annually. Learn more about the qualifying criteria and view the application. Part One of the application is due May 15.

Scholar Awards

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, numbers, and values of scholarships offered. Interested parties should contact the Office of Admission with questions pertaining to scholarships.

Have questions? View our Scholarship Policy.

Scholarship Policy

  • As long as specified requirements are met, Austin College scholarships awarded to freshmen are renewed on an annual basis, for a maximum of eight semesters; those awarded to transfer students are renewed on a semesterly basis for the number of semesters necessary for a student to graduate succeeding in a normal course load (3 to 4 courses per semester).
  • In accordance with NCAA guidelines, Austin College, as a member school of the NCAA Division III, does not award athletic scholarships. To learn information about the NCAA guidelines, visit NCAA.org.
  • In addition to the General Academic Scholarships awarded each year, Austin College has a limited number of institutional scholarships that require separate applications or nominations. A new student may apply for an unlimited number of institutional scholarships. However, a student may receive only one institutional award in addition to the general academic scholarship. For a student receiving financial assistance, a merit-based award may replace in whole or in part a need-based grant or loan.
  • Scholarship or grants from outside sources may be added to Austin College’s merit-based awards up to the full cost of attendance (tuition, fees, room and board, books, and allocated personal allowance). However, if students are receiving need-based forms of financial aid, according to federal policy the aid package must be modified to accommodate the outside scholarship support.
    • Note: Austin College will make efforts to reduce students’ need-based loans first; however, it may be necessary to reduce need-based grant funds as well, depending on a student’s federal need and other aid received.
  • Details regarding Austin College policies of satisfactory progress, grade point averages required for renewal, over-award procedures, award letters, and all financial aid processes are available from the Office of Financial Aid.
  • Any general academic or institutional scholarships awarded may only be applied to tuition.

Note: The various scholarship committees at Austin College review on an annual basis the types, numbers, and values of scholarships offered. Interested parties should contact the Office of Admission with questions pertaining to scholarships.

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