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2013 - 2014 Scholarships & Awards for Transfer Students
Maryville College provides generous scholarship & award opportunities to deserving students. Scholarships are awarded based on academic information, student interest, student leadership and/or talent. In instances where a candidate qualifies for more than one scholarship, s/he will receive the largest scholarship for which s/he is eligible. Applications may be submitted through mail, in person, or fax to the Maryville College Office of Admissions.
Academic Scholarship Information
Follow these simple steps to apply for admission, for scholarships and to learn more about MC.
- Submit an application for admission.
- Send your transcript and test scores.
- Review the available scholarships listed below.
- Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
All figures current as of December 2012.
Competitive Fellowships and Fine Arts Scholarship Information
To compete for these fellowships and/or scholarships, follow these simple steps:
- Submit an application for admission.
- Send your transcript and test scores.
- Review the requirements for the available fellowships and scholarships listed below. Select the fellowship(s) and/or scholarship(s) for which you are eligible, complete the application(s), and submit your scholarship reference form(s).
- Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
| Program | Eligibility Criteria | Financial Value |
|---|---|---|
| Church and College Fellowship | Awarded to entering transfer students who are active members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) or the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and who are committed to providing three hours per week of volunteer service to local Presbyterian churches. Will be in addition to the student's MC Academic scholarship. A campus interview is required. Application required.Download Application | Annual award of $2,500. Renewable with commitment to leadership involvement and 2.50 GPA. |
| Music Scholarship |
Open to music majors on the basis of individual talent. Recipients are required to participate in related music ensemble. Will replace the student's MC Academic scholarship. An audition is required. Application required. Download InstructionsDownload Application | Up to full tuition. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study. |
| Theater Scholarship |
Open to theatre majors on the basis of individual talent. Prefer at least two years prior participation in theatre productions. Will replace the student's MC Academic scholarship. An audition is required. Application required. Download InstructionsDownload Application |
Up to $23,000. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study. |
| Art Scholarship |
Open to art majors on the basis of individual talent. Will replace the student's MC Academic scholarship. Portfolio submission is required. Application required. Download InstructionsDownload Application |
Up to $23,000. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study. |
All figures current as of December 2012.
MC Awards
In addition to scholarships, Maryville College provides opportunities for additional awards to interested or qualified students. In consideration of scholarships received and financial aid eligibility, individuals could earn up to $5,000 from one of the awards listed below.
MC Awards Information
To apply for these awards, follow these simple steps:
- Submit an application for admission.
- Send your transcript and test scores.
- Review the list of available awards listed below. Select the award(s) for which you are eligible, complete the application (if necessary), and submit your scholarship reference form(s) (if necessary).
- Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
| Program | Eligibility Criteria | Financial Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALANA Cultural Diversity Award | Open to entering transfer students demonstrating academic promise, leadership potential and the ability to contribute to cultural diversity. Recipients are required to participate in related campus organizations. Application required. Download Application | Up to $2,500. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with minimum GPA of 2.50 each year. |
| Mountain Challenge Staff Award | Awarded to an entering transfer student with a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average who is interested in developing leadership skills while taking part in one of the South's premier outdooor adventure programs. A campus interview is required. Submit your application by June 1. Download Application |
$5,000 each year. Renewable with continued commitment to program participation. |
| Instrumental Music Ensemble Award | Open to non-music majors on the basis of individual talent. Recipients are required to participate in a related music ensemble. Audition required. Application required. Download Application |
Up to $2,500. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in a music ensemble. |
| Choral Award | Open to non-music majors. Prefer at least two years prior participation in a high school chorus. Audition required. Application required.Download Application |
Up to $2,500. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in a choral ensemble. |
| MC Playhouse Award | Open to non-theatre majors. Prefer at least two years of prior participation in theatre productions. Audition required. Application required.Download Application |
Up to $2,500. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in theatre productions. |
All figures current as of December 2012.
Veterans' Benefits
Maryville College welcomes veterans and their eligible dependents who wish to attend Maryville College as full-time students and who are eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill and/or the Yellow Ribbon Program benefits. Students must apply for GI benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Through the Yellow Ribbon Program, the VA and Maryville College will cover 100% of the cost of a student's tuition and fees. To learn more about the Yellow Ribbon Program at Maryville College, visit our Veterans' Benefits .