Tuition & Aid

In order to enhance the diversity of our campus, limited international student scholarships are awarded each spring for the following academic year. Scholarships range from $1,000 - $4,000 and require participation in at least two cultural events for the academic year. The following scholarships are offered every year from donors. Please look for an email sent to all international students in March for more details.

First-year student general academic merit scholarships range from $3,000 to $12,000 annually. In awarding merit-based scholarships, we consider the applicant’s GPA, essay, co-curricular activities and test score (if submitted). Your application for admission also serves as your application for merit-based scholarships.

Admitted first-year students with academic credentials that meet or exceed the University’s first-year student class profile are considered competitive candidates for these awards. The first-year class entering fall 2022 had an average ACT composite score of 27 or SAT score of 1240, with a cumulative high school grade point average of 3.75 on a four-point scale.

• General First-Year Student Academic Merit Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis following the offer of admission.
• December 1 is the priority application deadline for consideration for Belmont’s most competitive named and departmental scholarships. All components of the application for admission must be received by this date for the applicant to be deemed eligible for consideration.
• Notification of named and departmental scholarship recipients will be sent by early March.
• In most cases, students may receive only one merit award. For exceptions, see the list of individual scholarships below.
• Traditionally, about 60 percent of those students admitted as first-year students will receive a merit scholarship.
• Belmont is test optional. Admitted first-year students who did not submit a test score will be considered for merit scholarships based on their high school GPA and overall strength of their application.

The General Academic Merit Scholarship for transfer applicants ranges between $2,500 - 5,000 and is awarded annually throughout the admissions cycle, from September through August. The application for admission to Belmont also serves as the application for this scholarship.

Admitted transfer applicants with only in progress college coursework or one semester of college credit will be awarded a merit scholarship based on their cumulative high school GPA. Admitted transfer students with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0-3.49 will be eligible to receive $2,500 per year. Admitted transfer students with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or higher will be eligible to receive $5,000 per year.

Admitted transfer students with more than one semester of college credit, will be awarded a merit scholarship of $5,000 based on a cumulative college GPA of 3.2 or higher.

Automatic Transfer Scholarships*

*scholarships are guaranteed if requirement of GPA and hour requirements are met

• General Transfer Student Academic Merit Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis following the offer of admission.
• December 1 is the priority application deadline for consideration for Belmont’s most competitive named and departmental scholarships. All components of the application for admission must be received by this date for the applicant to be deemed eligible for consideration.
• Notification of named and departmental scholarship recipients will be sent by early March.
• In most cases, students may receive only one merit award. For exceptions, see the list of individual scholarships below.
• Belmont is test optional.

Candidates for the University’s highest academic merit scholarships, such as the Archer Presidential Scholar or Faculty Scholar awards, must complete their admission application to Belmont by December 1.

In addition, those selected for consideration in the named scholarship process will have already qualified for the highest level of general academic merit scholarship (currently $12,000). These named awards recognize approximately the top two percent of all first-year applicants, with an average cumulative high school grade point average of 4.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and an ACT composite score of 35 or SAT score of 1530. Consideration is also given to class rank (if provided) as well as individual accomplishment and demonstrated leadership as evidenced by the resume of activities. A named scholarship generally replaces any general academic merit scholarship previously awarded.

Available Scholarships

• Archer Presidential Scholarship
  The Archer Presidential Scholarship is Belmont's most competitive scholarship, awarded to approximately five incoming first-year students. The scholarship provides full tuition, room, board, books and fees for four academic years (eight semesters) of continuous study.
• Traditionally, twelve finalists are invited to personally interview on campus for this award. Selection criteria include a review of academic and leadership accomplishments. Demonstrated financial need may be considered, therefore submission of the annual Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is highly encouraged for those selected for the scholarship.
• William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship
  One scholarship covering full tuition, room, board, books and fees for a first-year student from an underrepresented background. Traditionally, five finalists are invited to personally interview for this award.
• Faculty Scholar
  Awarded to approximately 200-225 first-year students with outstanding academic, extra-curricular and leadership records. Worth $15,000 per year.

Jack C. Massey College of Business

Glover Accounting Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship for first-year students in the Jack C. Massey College of Business who major in accounting and meet the general academic merit scholarship criteria. This award can be combined with a general academic merit scholarship.

Glover Business Scholarship

Merit-based scholarship for first-year students in the Jack C. Massey College of Business majoring in any non-accounting business degree who meet the general academic merit scholarship criteria. This award can be combined with a general academic merit scholarship.

Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business

Songwriting Endowed Scholarships
One merit-based scholarship for a first-year student in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business majoring in Songwriting and meeting the general academic merit scholarship criteria. These awards can be combined with a general academic merit scholarship. Applicants must submit their Songwriting portfolio by the February 1 deadline to be considered. The scholarship is $10,000/year and will be based on both merit and financial need; therefore, submission of the annual Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is highly encouraged.

Gordon E. Inman College of Nursing

Joe C. Davis Endowed Nursing Scholarship
The Joe C. Davis scholarship is awarded to new student applicants of the School of Nursing and is renewable up to four years. The scholarship renews automatically if you remain a nursing student and maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.

College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Thomas J. Madden Ministerial Scholarship
One full-tuition scholarship for a male Christian first-year student majoring in religion who plans to enter full-time ministry.

Servant Leader Scholarship

One full-tuition scholarship for a female Christian first-year student majoring in religion who plans to enter a church-related career.

O'More College of Architecture & Design

The college awards several scholarships each year to students majoring in either Architecture, Fashion or Interior Design. These awards are renewable for four years (five for B.Arch) provided the recipient maintains all required academic and citizenship expectations. Requirements for consideration can be found here.

Watkins College of Art

The Leu Scholarship Award
Applicants who intend to pursue a degree within the Watkins College of Art may be considered for a Leu Scholarship. These scholarships are awarded annually to promising incoming students. Details on the portfolio/application process can be found here.

Athletic Scholarships
Talent-based scholarships based upon athletic ability and program desirability. Contact the coach of the sport for more information.

Music Scholarships
Talent-based scholarships for music majors are based upon audition and level of music involvement.

Art Scholarships
Talent-based scholarships for art majors are based upon portfolio, personal interview, and academic record.

In a committed effort to assist students attending Belmont University, many generous individuals and organizations have established and sustained endowed scholarships.

First-year students are automatically considered for any scholarships for which they are eligible upon completion of an application for admission and their FAFSA. Some endowed scholarships require additional application processes. These scholarships vary in requirements and amounts. Many are restricted by major.