Scholarships/Grants

All awards are subject to SPU Financial aid satisfactory academic progress policy, unless otherwise noted below.  In addition, please refer to the scholarship description for additional criteria for eligibility.

     SPU Scholar Awards* are awarded to entering freshman selected on the basis of demonstrated exceptional academic ability and whose lives have demonstrated their commitment to the vision and ideals of Seattle Pacific. They are full-tuition awards(12 to 20 credits per quarter) renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.25 cumulative GPA and fulltime continuous enrollment.

     Trustee's Scholar Awards* are awarded to entering freshmen on the basis of academic excellence. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     President's Scholar Awards* are awarded to entering freshmen and transfer students based on academic excellence. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     Dean's Scholar Awards* are awarded to entering freshmen and transfer students based on academic achievement. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 2.6 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     Provost's Scholar Awards* were awarded to entering freshmen and transfer students based on outstanding academic achievement. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     SPU Merit Fellowships* were awarded to entering freshmen selected on the basis of demonstrated exceptional academic ability and have been identified as National Merit semifinalists or finalists. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.25 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     Ames Leadership Scholarships are awarded to underrepresented ethnic minority high school graduates who may return to their communities and positively impact their world for Christ. Applicants must meet the Autumn Quarter admission deadlines and standards of SPU, complete a FAFSA and an Ames Scholarship application available through Admissions, and demonstrate significant community and/or church involvement. The annual award is renewable for up to five years if the student maintains full-time enrollment and maintains a 2.5 cumulative SPU GPA.

     Athletic Scholarships are awarded to students who have demonstrated outstanding ability in men's and women's soccer, women's gymnastics and volleyball, women's and men's basketball, cross country, and track. Contact the Athletic Office for further information. Renewed on approval by the Athletics Department.

     Faculty/Staff Scholarships are funded by donations from employees of SPU and are awarded to continuing students. The fund supports school scholarships and recognizes outstanding students in each of the academic disciplines. Contact your major department for more information.

     Federal Academic Competitiveness Grants are awarded to first (completed high school after January 1, 2007)  and second year (completed high school after January 1, 2006) students who are eligible for the Federal Pell grant, are full-time, US Citizens, and completed a rigorous secondary school program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.  Also, the student has not previously been enrolled in a program of undergraduate education; second year qualified students will also have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA (or the equivalent as determined by federal regulation) at the end of their first academic year.  A student cannot receive more than one award for each year of eligibility.

     Federal Pell Grants provide grants to qualified undergraduate students from moderate-to-low income families, as determined by a processed FAFSA.

     Federal Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grants are awarded to third- and fourth-year undergraduates that are full-time, a U.S. citizen, and Federal Pell Grant eligible.  In addition qualified students will be pursuing a major in the physical, life, or computer sciences, mathematics, technology, or engineering (as determined by regulation) or in a foreign language that is critical to U.S. national security. The U.S. Secretary of Education will consult with the Director of National Intelligence to choose such languages.  Finally, the individual has a 3.0 GPA (or the equivalent as determined by regulation) in coursework required for the designated qualifying major.  A student cannot receive more than one award for each year of eligibility.

     Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) provides funds to the University for grants to students with financial need as determined by a processed FAFSA.

     Fine and Performing Arts Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students who have demonstrated outstanding musical, dramatic, and artistic talent. Contact the Fine Arts Department for further information. Renewed on approval by the Fine Arts Department.

     International Student Scholarships are available in limited amounts. Contact the Student Programs Office for further information.

     Ministerial Tuition Discounts are available to full-time, ordained, practicing pastors or missionaries who are pursuing studies to enhance their ministry. Contact Student Financial Services for application information.

     Ministry Scholarships are awarded to full-time, undergraduate dependents who's parent(s) are in full-time ministry at a church, para-church or mission organization.  The Scholarship is renewable for three consecutive years, so long as the student remains in undergraduate degree seeking study at Seattle Pacific University and continues to meet the qualifications.

     Minority Church Partnership Awards provide matching scholarships to students who receive a scholarship from selected minority churches in the greater Seattle area. Complete information about this program is available in the Student Programs Office.

     Peer Advisor Scholarships are awarded to continuing students selected through a competitive selection process who will serve as peer advisors to resident students. Application is made available through the Office of Residence Life.

     Performing Ministries Scholarships are awarded to students who participate in the SPU performing groups Unlimited and University Players. Auditions are presented before the fine arts faculty and University Advancement. Renewed on approvel by Fine Arts Department.

     Philip W. Eaton Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate a record of academic competence and whose lives have demostrated their commitment to the vision and ideals of Seattle Pacific. Renewable for consecutive years through fourthyear senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship is awarded for academic excellence to one entering transfer student who has earned an associate of arts degree. Renewable for one additional year based on maintenance of a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     ROTC Academic Achievement Awards are awarded to selected students who are awarded an Air Force or Army ROTC academic scholarship. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment. Recipients are required to live in University housing.

     SPU Alumni Scholarships are awarded to full-time, dependent, undergraduate children of Seattle Pacific University graduates. Renewable through fourth-year senior status based on the student continuing to be classified as dependent. No supplemental application is necessary.

     SPU-Church Matching Scholarships are awarded to students who are chosen by a scholarship committee within an organized Christian church in the United States or Canada. Churches must be approved by Student Financial Services and must provide that office with a letter of confirmation for each scholarship awarded by October 31. Contact Student Financial Services for further information.

     SPU Free Methodist Scholar Awards are awarded to entering freshmen based on demonstrated church, school, and community involvement, as well as affiliation with the Free Methodist Church from one of the supporting conferences. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth-year senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     SPU Grants are awarded to undergraduate students on the basis of financial need, as established by a processed FAFSA. Students may receive this award for up to five years from first receiving the grant.

     SPU National Merit Scholarships are awarded to full-time, entering freshman who meet the regular admission deadline and qualify as finalists or semi-finalists through the National Merit Corporation. Renewable for consecutive years through fourth year senior status based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and full-time, continuous enrollment.

     Valedictorian Scholarships are awarded to entering freshmen. To receive this award, Student Financial Services must receive a letter from the student's secondary school confirming valedictorian status. Letters must be received by the first day of Autumn Quarter. Not renewable.

    Washington Health Professional Scholars is a state-funded program that provides scholarships for students who have declared their intent to serve in a nursing shortage area in the state of Washington. Applications are available in the School of Health Sciences.

     Washington Scholar Awards are available to students who have been designated as Washington scholars by the Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board. Renewable based on maintaining the state's requirements for eligibility.

     Washington State Need Grant (WSNG) provides financial assistance to students enrolled at least half-time who are Washington residents and have high financial need. Student Financial Services will nominate eligible students to the Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board and will notify those who qualify. A processed FAFSA is required and awards are made as funds are available.

*A student may recieve no more than one of the awards noted with an (*) during the same academic year.

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