Bluffton University, OH
School Type
Private
Acceptance Rate
56%
Tuition
$30,762
Eligibility For Public Schools
N/A
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#27 in Regional Colleges Midwest
Scholarships
Mennonite Student Grant
Type
Automatic
Amount
$7,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
Mennonite Student Grant is given to new students who are members of a Mennonite congregation.
Academic Excellence Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$18,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
This prestigious $18,000 award (valued at $72,000 for four years) is given to high-achieving students who have distinguished academic records and accomplishments, based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores at time of admittance.
Academic Honors With Distinction Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$16,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
ACADEMIC HONORS WITH DISTINCTION SCHOLARSHIP
This $16,000 annual scholarship (valued at $64,000 for four years) is awarded to new students with high academic standing who have proven themselves in the classroom and beyond. It is awarded based on high school GPA and ACT/SAT score at time of admittance. This scholarship is renewable all four years if student maintains a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
Centennial Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$10,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
Centennial Scholarship is named in recognition of the 100+ years of education that Bluffton University has provided students in preparing them to impact the global community. Awarded to new students based on high school GPA and ACT/SAT score at time of admittance. This scholarship is renewable all four years if student maintains a cumulative 2.3 GPA.
Community Enrichment Grant
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
Community Enrichment Grant is given to new students from under-represented backgrounds at Bluffton. Students must submit an application for consideration. Recipients of this award are to participate in Bluffton's mentorship program.
Natural & Applied Sciences Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3,000
Required GPA
3.4
Required SAT
1240
Required Act
27
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
NATURAL & APPLIED SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIPS
Students major within the natural and applied sciences division (biology, chemistry, dietetics, mathematics, physics and pre-med) you may qualify for a renewable $3,000 science scholarship. Scholarships will be awarded on a rolling, first-come-basis among all qualifying students.
Presidential Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full tuition
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
1130
Required Act
25
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Students with a 3.5 GPA (or higher) and a 25 ACT/1130 SAT (or higher) automatically qualify to participate in the annual Presidential Scholarship Competition . Students attending this event compete for two full-tuition Presidential scholarships.
Trustees Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$15,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
TRUSTEES SCHOLARSHIP
This $15,000 annual scholarship (valued at $60,000 for four years) is named in honor of Bluffton University's trustees who actively invest their time and resources into Bluffton students. Awarded to new students based on high school GPA and ACT/SAT score at time of admittance. This scholarship is renewable all four years if student maintains a cumulative 2.5 GPA.
Music Major Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
$2,000-$21,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
MUSIC MAJOR SCHOLARSHIP:
Awarded to new students, music majors only. These scholarships range from $2,000-$21,000 annually, and are based on both music performance and academic achievement. All instruments and voice parts are encouraged to apply.
Performing Scholar Music Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
Up to $21,000
Required GPA
3.2
Required SAT
1050
Required Act
22
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 450-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 450-560 range of middle 50%
Description
Are you a gifted musician graduating from high school in 2017 with a GPA of at least 3.2 or minimum scores of 22 ACT or 1050 SAT are invited to compete in Performing Scholar Competition. Outstanding musicians who audition on or before Feb. 13, 2017, will be invited to perform in the finals of the Performing Scholar Competition during a live performance on Feb. 26, 2017. Additional renewable scholarships, starting at $2,000 per year, are available for other students that demonstrate strong artistic and academic ability. Finalists will be invited to return to perform their prepared repertoire as a part of the Masterworks Concert on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017. Scholarship winners will be announced following the Masterworks Concert.
Thomas Chrobak, CCFS®
CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
Other
1130 West Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove IL, 60089
(847) 737-7533