Scholarships & Fellowships

Merit Scholarships

About half of Centre applicants receive a merit scholarship. Merit awards range from $15,000-$33,000 and are based on a holistic review of your admission application.

No extra application needed – simply apply through the Common App, and you'll automatically be considered for merit scholarships.

Premier Scholarships

Centre’s most competitive scholarship programs each recognize a select group of outstanding students each year, with just 10 incoming students chosen for each program. While nominations are welcome, they aren’t required.

Separate premier scholarship applications must be submitted along with the Common App.

Community-Based Scholarships

Students who are passionate about service, leadership, and making a positive impact in their communities may be eligible for one of Centre's community-based scholarship programs. Each scholarship has its own application process and renews annually for eligible recipients.
 

Bonner Program

For students who are passionate about service, leadership, and creating positive change, the Bonner Program combines meaningful community engagement with substantial financial support. Eligible domestic students may receive a $33,000 award, priority consideration for financial aid, and access to a community of service-minded peers.

The program is open to students who demonstrate financial need or qualify for Federal Work-Study and are committed to making a lasting impact through civic engagement. Applications are due February 1.

Learn More About The Bonner Program Application Form

New Horizons Program

Ready to make a difference? The New Horizons Program supports students who are passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion, and community impact. Participants develop leadership, communication, and professional skills while learning how to create meaningful change.

Learn More About The New Horizons Program Program Candidate Form 

Talent-Based Scholarships

Centre's talent-based scholarships recognize students who excel in the arts, music, theatre, and languages. These renewable, stackable awards provide up to $5,000 annually to help you continue pursuing your passions in college.

Language Scholarship

Do you love language? The Language Scholarship recognizes students with experience in Chinese, French, German, Latin, or Spanish who are eager to continue exploring language and culture at Centre.

You don’t need to major or minor in a language to be eligible. Students may apply in more than one language, though only one Language Scholarship may be awarded. Applications are welcome in both learned and native languages, and both domestic and international students are eligible.

Application for Language Scholarship 

 Music Scholarship

Whether you perform on stage, in an ensemble, or behind a microphone, Centre’s Music Scholarship celebrates students who are passionate about music and committed to growing their artistic talents. Open to both domestic and international students, this scholarship does not require a performing arts major or minor. Students may apply in multiple performing arts concentrations (instrumental music, vocal music, theatre, or technical theatre), though only one performing arts scholarship will be awarded. Recipients may also combine this award with other merit scholarships (excluding premier scholarships).

Apply for the Performing Arts (Music) Scholarship

 Theatre Scholarship

If the stage feels like home, Centre wants to help you keep creating. The Theatre Scholarship recognizes talented actors and theatre technicians who are eager to continue growing their craft. Open to both domestic and international students, this scholarship does not require a performing arts major or minor. Students may apply in multiple performing arts concentrations (instrumental music, vocal music, theatre, or technical theatre), though only one performing arts scholarship will be awarded. Recipients may also combine this award with other merit scholarships (excluding premier scholarships).

Apply for the Performing Arts (Theatre) Scholarship

Studio Arts Scholarship

Whether you express yourself through paint, clay, film, photography, or another creative medium, the Studio Arts Scholarship recognizes students with exceptional artistic talent and a passion for visual storytelling.

Applicants may submit work in a variety of media, including drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, glass, photography, multimedia, and film. No visual arts major or minor is required, and both domestic and international students are eligible.

Apply for the Studio Arts Scholarship

Austin E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship: Math & STEM Fields (Ohio Residents)

Designed for Ohio students with a passion for mathematics, science, technology, or engineering, the Austin E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship recognizes academic achievement and supports future STEM leaders. 

Special Program Scholarships

You may already be eligible for scholarships based on additional external factors. Browse our Special Program Scholarships below to see if any apply to you.