Institutional Aid

Source of Aid

Admissions Assistance Grant

The Admissions Counselor recommends this grant. Students must have a remaining need in the Cost of Attendance Budget, and priority will be given to Pell eligible students. The Admissions Assistance Grant (AAG) may not exceed direct cost unless institutional, federal, and state aid meets that threshold. In the event this occurs, students could receive up to $1,000 over direct cost with the AAG to assist with books, course materials, supplies, and equipment. This grant is limited in the number of awards available.

Challenge Grant

This is a need-based grant for first-time, full-time freshmen up to $14,000 per year. It is renewable for three years. Students are not eligible for this grant if they receive an academic scholarship.

Christian Service Grant

This grant is available to unmarried children under age 24 and/or spouses of a Kentucky United Methodist minister who is employed in full-time service of the Church. Up to one-half of the tuition will be granted, depending on other financial assistance awarded. It is also available to unmarried children under age 24 and/or spouses of a deceased full-time Kentucky United Methodist minister.

Lindsey Wilson Grant

This grant, funded by Lindsey Wilson University, is designed to help meet a student’s financial aid need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This grant program helps ensure that all students have an opportunity to benefit from a Lindsey Wilson University education.

Ministerial Loan/Grant

This assistance is offered to students who plan to enter the ministry of The United Methodist Church. It is given in the form of a need-based loan for up to one-half tuition, which will be forgiven if the student remains in full-time service to the Church for five years after attending Lindsey Wilson University.

Lindsey Wilson-Bagby Loan

This assistance is funded by a gift from the late George Bagby. It is awarded to needy students who might otherwise be unable to attend Lindsey Wilson.

Lindsey Wilson-Fenley Loan

This loan is funded by a gift from the late R.B. Fenley, a 1909 Lindsey Wilson University alumnus. This loan is awarded to needy students who might otherwise be unable to attend college.

Charles Schell Foundation Loan

This loan program is funded by the Charles E. Schell Foundation. This loan is awarded to students who are citizens of Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, or adjoining states. Students must be between the ages of 18 and 25. Students must be loyal to the United States and its institutions, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

River Foundation Loan

This loan is awarded to students who are residents of the following counties in Kentucky: Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Lincoln, Madison, Pulaski, or Wayne. This loan is awarded to needy students who might otherwise be unable to attend college.

Academic Scholarships

Academic scholarships require that students maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and complete a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year or meet the standards specified by a particular academic program. Failure to maintain these requirements will result in forfeiture of the scholarship. Upon resumption of the minimal qualifying requirements, students may qualify to reinstate their academic scholarship. Renewal of a previously lost scholarship is not guaranteed and is subject to availability of funds. No student will receive more than one institutional academic scholarship except for the Begley Scholars and the Wesley Scholars Programs.

Program scholarships are offered in the following areas: Art, Choral Music, and Instrumental Music. Additional information may be obtained by contacting a faculty member in the program.

Begley Scholars Program

This scholarship is given in honor of Dr. John B. Begley, who served as the president of the college from 1977-1997. The Begley scholarship is merit-based and covers tuition, fees, housing, and food. If a student chooses to commute, the scholarship will cover tuition and fees only. This is a competitive scholarship for graduating high school seniors based on the following requirements:

A minimum ACT composite score of 24;
A minimum high school GPA of 3.0;
Financial aid paperwork (FAFSA);
Completion of the Begley Scholarship process:

1. A typewritten essay (one to two pages in length) on a topic chosen by the scholarship committee;
2. Three letters of reference (two from high school instructors; one from any source); and
3. Submitted Application for Admission to Lindsey Wilson University, a current high school transcript, and ACT/SAT scores.

Attendance at Begley Scholars’ Day to participate in an interview conducted by one of the Begley Scholars committees.

One scholarship per year is also awarded to a returning student. The selection process is based upon nominations from faculty and staff as well as a typewritten essay.

A.P. White Scholarship

This scholarship is given in honor of A.P. White, who served as the president of the college from 1932 to 1942. This need-based scholarship up to $16,000 is available to first-time, full-time freshmen. Students who have a composite ACT score between 21 and 23 and have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above may qualify for this scholarship.

Award for Excellence Scholarship

This is a need-based, academic scholarship awarded to first time, full-time freshmen who are National Merit Semifinalists and National Achievement Semifinalists. Students with a minimum ACT composite score of 24 and a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 may receive up to a full tuition scholarship. Students with an ACT composite of less than 24 or a high school GPA of less than 3.0 may receive a partial scholarship.

John B. Horton Scholarship

This scholarship is given in honor of John B. Horton, who served as the president of the college from 1954 to 1971. This need-based scholarship up to $15,000 is available to first-time, full-time freshmen. Students who have a composite ACT score between 18 and 20 and have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above may qualify for this scholarship.

Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES)

This program is administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA), which offers Kentucky high school students an opportunity to earn college scholarships. This scholarship is based on ACT scores and high school grade point averages. Students who have met the academic requirements for KEES will have their accounts automatically credited according to the amount they have earned. Students do not have to apply for a KEES award; it is sent automatically to the college once the college notifies KHEAA the student is enrolled.

To renew the scholarship, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher at the end of their first year.

At the end of their second, third, or fourth year of college, the students must meet one of the following requirements for KEES renewal:

Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher, or
Cumulative GPA at or between 2.50 and 2.99, and be certified as on track to graduate by the college.

Kentucky Governor's Scholars Scholarship

This is a need-based scholarship awarded to first-time, full-time freshmen who are selected as a Kentucky Governor’s Scholar, as a Kentucky Governor’s Scholar for the School for the Arts or Governor’s Scholar of Entrepreneurship. Students with a composite ACT score of 24 and a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 may receive up to a full tuition scholarship. Students with a composite ACT score of less than 24 or a high school GPA of less than 3.0 may receive a partial scholarship.

L.R. McDonald Scholarship

This scholarship is given in honor of Dr. L.R. McDonald, who served as the president of the college from 1971 to 1977. This need-based scholarship of up to $17,000 is available to first-time, full-time freshmen. Students who have a composite ACT score between 24 and 26 and have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above may qualify for this scholarship.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

This need-based scholarship is awarded to students who have been members of Phi Theta Kappa at a community college and who are transferring to any Lindsey Wilson University community campus. Students must have earned a minimum of 60 credit hours with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. Proof of Phi Theta Kappa membership is required. Students must also submit an essay to the Financial Aid Office describing their experience as a member of Phi Theta Kappa.

Rogers Scholar Scholarship

This is a need-based scholarship awarded to first-time, full-time freshmen who are selected as Rogers Scholars. Students with a composite ACT score of 24 and a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 or above may receive up to a full tuition scholarship. Students with a composite ACT score of less than 24 or a high school GPA of less than 3.0 may receive up to a one-half tuition scholarship.

Trustee Scholarship

This need-based scholarship up to full tuition is available to first-time, full-time freshmen. Students who have a composite ACT score of 30 or above and have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above may qualify for this scholarship.

V.P. Henry Scholarship

This scholarship is given in honor of Dr. Victor P. Henry, who served as the president of the college from 1942 to 1954. This need-based scholarship up to $18,000 is available to first-time, full-time freshmen. Students who have a composite ACT score between 27 and 29 and a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above may qualify for this scholarship.

Walter S. Reuling Scholarship

This scholarship is given in honor of Dr. Walter S. Reuling, who served as the college’s provost & dean of the faculty from 1992 to 1996 and then president from 1997 to 1998. This academic scholarship is available to high school valedictorians who attend Lindsey Wilson University as first-time, full-time freshmen with a minimum ACT composite score of 24 and a minimum high school GPA of 3.0. These students may receive up to full tuition. Partial awards are available to high school valedictorians with an ACT composite score of less than 24 or a GPA of less than 3.0. This scholarship is need-based and may be awarded each year to one student from each high school.

Wesley Scholars Program

This program is designed for graduating high school seniors who are active in their local church. Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, have demonstrated leadership in their church, and have career plans that include service to God and their church. This is a competitive scholarship based on the following criteria:

Complete an application to Lindsey Wilson University and the Wesley Scholars program;
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
Submit letters of reference from a pastor and teacher; and
Attend Wesley Scholars Day held during the Talent Showcase in the spring.

Wesley Scholars must maintain a 3.0 GPA grade point average. They may choose any major in the curriculum but must also concurrently earn a major in Christian ministries.

Additional Information

Additional Types of Financial Assistance

Alumni Legacy Scholarship

Dependent students whose parent(s) or grandparent(s) graduated from Lindsey Wilson University are eligible for an Alumni Legacy Scholarship up to $1,500. Students must meet all financial aid guidelines and provide the relative’s full name (as printed on his or her Lindsey Wilson University diploma), address, Social Security number, date of birth, and year of graduation from the college.

Athletic Grants-in-Aid

Awarded by the college upon the recommendation of the Athletic Department, these grants vary in amount and are based on athletic ability and need.

Bonner Leader Program

The mission of the Bonner Leader program is to transform the lives of students and members, the life of their campuses, their local communities, and the world through service and leadership. The Bonner Leader program is designed to heighten the overall education students and members receive by asking them to engage in ongoing service work and by helping them to develop the experience, skills, knowledge, and values necessary to make that work meaningful and lasting. This award can be up to $3,000. If there is no-need based eligibility remaining for a Bonner Leader in their Cost of Attendance Budget, other institutional aid may be adjusted to guarantee compensation for participating in the program.

The Bonner Leader program holds these common commitments:

Social Justice
Civic Engagement
Spiritual Exploration
Diversity
International Perspective
Community Building

Distinguished Young Women Scholarship

This is a need-based scholarship for outstanding young women who are winners from Kentucky of the Distinguished Young Women Competition. Students must be a first-time, full-time freshman with a minimum 3.0 cumulative high school GPA and be accepted for admission to Lindsey Wilson University.

Categories for Distinguished Young Women scholarship opportunities include: (1) the Scholastic Winner, up to $3,500, and (2) the Winner, also up to $3,500.These scholarships are renewable for three years and will be available as long as the student meets academic scholarship requirements as stated in this catalog.

Note: Recipients will receive only one scholarship regardless of the number of pageants the student has won or competed in for the state of Kentucky.

E.O. Robinson Scholarship

These need-based scholarships of up to $1,100 are awarded to qualifying students from eastern Kentucky. These scholarships are funded by the E. O. Robinson Foundation.

Eagle Scout Scholarship

This is a need-based, academic scholarship of up to $1,000 for outstanding young men and women who have obtained the rank of Eagle Scout through the Scouting America. Students must be a first-time, full-time freshman and meet the following requirements: rank of Eagle Scout by age 18, a minimum ACT composite score of 24, a minimum 3.0 cumulative high school GPA, and acceptance for admission to Lindsey Wilson University. In addition, the applicant must submit two letters of reference (one from a Scouting official and one from another source) as well as a written essay on how Scouting has benefited him/her.

Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship

Note: Recipients will receive only one scholarship regardless of the number of pageants the student has won or competed in for the state of Kentucky.

International Student Scholarship

This is an established scholarship for international students determined from information provided on the I-20 form.

Leadership Scholarship

This is a competitive, need-based scholarship for outstanding young people who have demonstrated leadership potential. Applicants must have held a leadership position, must have a minimum ACT composite score of 17, must have earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.5, and must have been accepted for admission to Lindsey Wilson University. This scholarship is also available to transfer students on the A.P. White Campus in Columbia with a GPA greater than 3.0.

Military Service Scholarship

These scholarships will be awarded $500 per term to full-time and $250 to part-time undergraduate or graduate students who qualify and have remaining eligibility to receive educational funding from any Veterans Affairs Tuition Assistance Program from any branch of the military. Undergraduate students must maintain a 2.5 GPA and graduate students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

National United Methodist Scholarships

These need-based scholarships are awarded to qualifying United Methodist students. The scholarships are funded by The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry and The United Methodist Higher Education Foundation. For deadline and application information, visit www.umhef.org.

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship - Amount Varies

This scholarship is awarded on an annual basis to an entering or currently enrolled student who has demonstrated a record of academic achievement and commitment to personal service in his/her community. The award amount varies based on the remaining eligibility of need-based aid.

Priority is given to candidates who have been accepted into the Lindsey Wilson University education program. Additional criteria for the Hearst Scholarship include:

Awarded to financially needy students
A high school GPA of 3.3 or above on a 4.0 scale;
A record of community service as demonstrated by involvement in school, civic, church, or other projects that reflect a helping orientation; and extracurricular activity.

Additional Assistance

Lindsey Wilson University administers several other types of scholarships and institutional loan programs. Information can be obtained by contacting the Financial Aid office.

Named Endowed Scholarships

Endowed scholarships are established by friends and families who make donations to the college. Most of the endowed scholarships have specific requirements established by the donors. The scholarship awards have various amounts and are available to new and returning students on the A.P. White Campus in Columbia, Ky.