Trinity Lutheran College offers merit-based scholarships for new students, to include first-year and first-year transfer students. As a candidate for admission, an applicant will automatically be considered for these awards upon acceptance to the college. To find out which scholarships one may be eligible for, contact the Admission Office.
Bishop’s Scholarship
50% of tuition per year. Awarded to new students from participating ELCA synods. Recipients must live on campus. Automatically renews annually for up to 3 years if a 3.0 grade point average is maintained.
President’s Scholarship
Up to full tuition per year, awarded to first year students only. Recipients must live on campus. Automatically renews annually for up to three years if a 3.5 grade point average is maintained.
Dean’s Scholarship
$3,500 to half tuition per year. Recipients must live on campus. Automatically renews annually for up to three years if a 3.5 grade point average is maintained.
Trinity Scholarship
$3000. Based on admission acceptance by February 1
st and a 3.3 grade point average. Non renewable.
Trinity Talent Scholarships
$500 - $1500 per year. Awarded to new students who have outstanding talent in any of the following areas: Music (instrumental or vocal), oral expression or creative writing. Available for renewal for up to three years based on participation using talent throughout the academic year.
To be considered for a talent scholarship, applicants must:
• Present a live audition, or submit a video audition or written/printed
materials (copies only) to the Admission Office.
• Include a letter of recommendation pertinent to their ability and
experience.
• For a music scholarship, submit a completed music scholarship
application.
• For all other scholarships, submit a resume detailing their experience.
Leadership Scholarships
$500–$1,000. Renewable scholarships awarded to new students who have excelled in positions of leadership in their church, other church-related ministries, school, and community.
To be considered for a leadership scholarship, a completed application will be reviewed with regard to significant involvement in school, church, and community activities.