Academic Scholarships
Presidential Excellence
Presidential Scholarship
Governor's Scholar Scholarship
Academic Scholarship
Baptist Leadership Awards
Junior Miss Scholarship
Other Scholarships
Church Matching Scholarship
Christian Service Scholarship
Other Church Related Scholarships
Art, Drama, Journalism, Band, & Music Performance Grants and Competitive Scholarships
Athletic Performance Grants
Transfer Scholarship
KEES Matching
G.R.O.W. Scholarship - Getting Ready for Opportunities in the Workforce
Minority Scholarship Program
General Association of Baptists in Kentucky
Minority Teacher Education Scholarship
Minority Christian Ministry Scholarship
President's Minority Leadership Award
At Campbellsville University, the Financial Aid Committee reserves the right to expand, reduce or adjust financial aid programs and funds awarded when necessary to meet Federal, state, or institutional regulation or budget changes. If a student receives a scholarship equal to half-tuition or more, he/she may not be eligible for additional institutional assistance.
Scholarships for First Semester Freshmen
Academic scholarships are based on ACT or SAT scores and grade point average (GPA) and can be received for four years with required GPA.
Academic (Merit) Scholarship Information
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- Competitive scholarship, open to students who have a 33-36 on ACT / 2170-2400 and 3.5 GPA
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- Scholarship up to full tuition, room and board*
- Deadline: December 1
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- Competitive scholarship, open to students who have a 30-32 on ACT / 1980-2160 and 3.5 GPA
- Up to 5 full tuition scholarships*
- Deadline: December 1
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- Competitive scholarship awarded to students who have participated in the Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program; application is required and will be awarded to students based on GPA, ACT/SAT, and quality and content of essay Minimum GPA of 3.5 and 25 ACT / 1720 SAT
- Up to 3 full tuition scholarships*
- Deadline: December 1
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Scholarship awarded to freshman students based on combination of GPA, Class Rank, and ACT/SAT
- Scholarship amounts: Varies based upon requirements. $4,500 - $10,500
- Scholarships can be received for four years with required GPA
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- Renewable annually with required GPA of 2.0 and service to campus officesFor high school seniors nominated by their Baptist pastors; evaluated upon Church Commitment, achievements, and leadership in community, school, and church
- Scholarship amounts: 2 Half tuition scholarships* - 15 $1,000 scholarships – 45 $500 scholarships
- Deadline: December 1
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Renewable annuallyStatewide Competition Winner eligible for scholarship up to $3,500 per yearStatewide Competition First Runner-Up ($3,000 per year), Second Runner-Up ($2,500 per year), and Scholastic Winner ($3,500 per year) eligible for scholarship
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County/Regional Scholastic Winner eligible for scholarship up to $3,000 per year
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County/Regional First Runner-Up eligible for scholarship up to $2,500 per year
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County/Regional Second Runner-Up eligible for scholarship up to $2,000 per year
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Each county/regional winner is eligible to receive up to a $3,000 per year scholarship.
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Renewable for up to 3 years if student is eligible for more than one Junior Miss scholarship, student must choose only one
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For full-time students, the university will match an amount up to $200 provided by the student's church, fellowship, or assembly, making the total scholaship up to $400
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Scholarship amount: $200
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Renewable annually
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For students whose parent serves in a full-time paid Christian ministerial position
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Scholarship amount: $1,700
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Christian Vocation Grants, High School Baptist Young Men’s Scholarships, Acteens Scholarship, Women’s Missionary Union Scholarship, Baptist Youth Speakers’ Tournament Scholarships, Missionary Kids’ Scholarships, and Opdyke Scholarships; Many are renewable annually
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Each based on specific individual requirements; Contact the Financial Aid Office for details
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Scholarship amount: Varies
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Some renewable annually based upon student performance
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Art, Drama, Journalism, Band and Music Grants based upon skills in these areas demonstrated during interviews and/or auditions
- Scholarship amount: Varies
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Renewable
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Based on student’s demonstrated abilities, leadership and potential to excel in men’s basketball, baseball, soccer, cheerleading, football, tennis, golf, cross country, track, and wrestling; and women’s basketball, softball, soccer, cheerleading, tennis, golf, cross country, track, volleyball, and swimming
- Scholarship amount: Varies
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Renewable annually with required GPA of 3.0
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GPA will be calculated on the last college attended
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For transfer students from accredited colleges:
Students with GPA 2.0–2.499 • $3,000
Students with GPA 2.5–3.499 • $4,000
Students with GPA 3.5–4.0 • $5,000
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Renewable to students up to 3 years (8 total semesters of eligibility) based upon KEES renewal eligibility
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Student must be a resident of Taylor, Green, Adair, Marion, Casey, LaRue, Hardin, Russell, Washington, Hart, Metcalf, Nelson, Cumberland and Pulaski Counties in Kentucky. Must be eligible to receive the KEES Scholarship and have a minimum 19 ACT / 1340 SAT
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Scholarship amount: Up to $1,500
- Recipients must be at least 23 years of age
- Resident of one of the following counties: Adair, Casey, Cumberland, Green, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Melcalfe, Nelson, Pulaski, Russell, Washington, and Taylor
- Minimum 19 ACT or 1340 SAT
- 2.0 GPA
- $1000 Award amount
- Renewable to students up to 3 years (8 total semesters of eligibility) and in good academic standing
The Minority Scholarship Program consists of four purpose-driven funds described below. A minority applicant eligible for assistance from these programs is defined as a person who by reason of past racial or ethnic discrimination, or by reason of educational or economical deprivation is unable to pay the cost of attendance at Campbellsville University without financial assistance.
Scholarship awards are in an amount up to $2,000 per year and are available to first-time freshmen and transfer students. Scholarships may be renewed for up to three years when renewal criteria are met. Recipients may only receive one award.
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- Selection for this award is based on Christian commitment, demonstrated leadership ability and/or involvement in the student’s home church. Recipients are to come from church associated with the General Association of Baptists in Kentucky. The amount of the award is $2,000 per academic year. The scholarship is renewed with a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
- Deadline: March 15
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- Recipients will be applicants pursuing admission to the Teacher Education Program. First and second year recipients must maintain a 2.8 grade point average. Third year recipients must be accepted into the Teacher Education Program to continue to receive the scholarship. Fourth year recipients must maintain enrollment in the Teacher Education Program and satisfy all requirements to remain in good standing with the program.
- Deadline: March 15
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- Selection for this award is based upon enrollment in a Christian Ministry major. Preference is given to students pursuing a Christian Studies major, but is not exclusive to those tracks. Applicants must submit a statement of faith, as well as a letter from the student’s pastor stating that he or she has committed to those tracks. The scholarship is renewed with a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
- Deadline: March 15
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- Recipients of this award must be members of a minority group and personally display outstanding leadership potential. Factors such as academic accomplishment and church involvement are used to gauge a student’s leadership potential. All recipients must be awarded as incoming freshmen. The amount and number of scholarships varies each academic year. This scholarship is renewable provided the student makes satisfactory academic progress each year.
- Deadline: March 15
Other Scholarships & Grants? Campbellsville University has other awards based on the student's geographical location, academic interests, achievements, career plans, Christian commitment and service, and financial needs. As the Director of Financial Aid puts together each student's financial aid package, these items are taken into consideration.