A Promise for the Class of 2026
We've heard from you — college affordability is a major concern, and so is your future. At 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø, college isn’t just a one-year experience; it’s a four-year journey. That’s why we created the 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø $100K+ Promise, our commitment to the Class of 2030. (That's you, high school seniors!)
We believe there should be no barriers to your future. For more than 135 years, 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø has delivered a transformative liberal arts education to generations of Scotties. As a nationally recognized , we’re proud to continue that tradition with a bold scholarship promise designed to support your college, graduate school, and professional goals.
What is the 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø $100K+ Promise?
The 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø $100K+ Promise is our affordability promise to all new undergraduate students who are admitted to 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø in Fall 2026.
Students admitted to 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø for Fall 2026 will receive a minimum renewable merit-based scholarship of $25,000 per year, totaling at least $100,000 over four years.
That's not all. Based on the strength of your application and academic performance, you may be considered for higher scholarships, ranging from $26,000-$32,000 per year (a four-year total of $104,000-$128,000).
Here's how it works: Your GPA = Your Scholarship
- 3.00-3.19 Weighted GPA = $26,000/year
- 3.20-3.39 Weighted GPA = $27,000/year
- 3.40-3.59 Weighted GPA = $28,000/year
- 3.60-3.79 Weighted GPA = $29,000/year
- 3.80-3.99 Weighted GPA = $30,000/year
- 4.0 or higher Weighted GPA = $32,000/year
Scholarships are awarded based on the weighted GPA from your official high school transcript at the time of application.
WHO CAN QUALIFY
This scholarship is open to students who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA recipients, international students, homeschool applicants and transfer students. You may only qualify if you are entering 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø as a student in Fall 2026.
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should apply for admission to 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø via the Common Application, meeting all general requirements for admission. Applicants must be admitted to the college before any official award announcement.
FUND YOUR FUTURE BY VISITING US
Visit campus and earn more aid! Students who attend an official visit receive the $2,000 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Campus Visit Award, renewable each year for a total of $8,000 over four years.
DEADLINES
- Nov. 1- Early Decision
- Nov. 15- Early Action I
- Jan. 15- Early Action II/ Scholarship Priority Deadline
- Mar. 15- Regular Decision
- Nov. 1- Spring Admission
- June 1- Fall Admission
Our Mission of Affordability
The $100K+ Promise is our commitment to making a one-of-a-kind college education affordable for all students and to our longstanding mission of engaging the intellectual and social challenges of our times. At 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø, 100% of our students receive scholarship and/or grant aid, reducing their total cost of college attendance by 57%.
