Scholarships
All undergraduate first-year and transfer students who apply to Westminster University are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships and awards. Additionally, undergraduate first-year and transfer students who fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are considered for income-based institutional grants. Undergraduates may also apply for additional institutional scholarships (talent-based and Honors) and external scholarships. Students in the Bachelor of Business Administration program are not eligible for Westminster merit scholarships due to the already discounted tuition rate.
Current (continuing) students are eligible to apply for continuing student scholarships, additional institutional scholarships, and external scholarships.
Graduate students are eligible to apply for institutional scholarships (based on their academic program) and external scholarships.
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First-Year Student Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships and Awards
At Westminster, your success is recognized. Your academic achievements—measured by difficulty of course work, grades, and entrance exams (ACT or SAT) along with recommendations and extracurricular activities—indicate your future success at Westminster and beyond.
When you apply and are admitted to Westminster University, you are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. This includes international students. Students in the Bachelor of Business Administration program are not eligible for Westminster merit scholarships due to the already discounted tuition rate.
The university invests—through scholarship awards—in students who carry an excellent high school GPA; score well on the ACT or SAT; and who are hardworking, determined, open-minded, caring, and ambitious. Westminster recommends you meet with an admissions counselor, as it helps complete the picture for both the student and the university.
Annual amounts for these awards vary. These awards are renewable for students who maintain good academic standing and satisfactory academic progress. The highest-level award for which a student qualifies will supersede all previous offers.
| 2024–25 Award Designation | Award Amount |
|---|---|
| Westminster President's Scholarship | $32,000 |
| Westminster Provost's Scholarship | $28,000 |
| Westminster Dean's Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Westminster Faculty Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Westminster Award | $15,000 |
See which scholarships you qualify for.
Contact the Financial Aid Office at 801.832.2500 or submit a question online for more information and a list of all the scholarships Westminster offers. Check out the merit-based scholarship terms and conditions to learn more.
Additional Institutional Scholarships
Talent Scholarships
In addition to merit- and income-based awards, Westminster offers some select talent scholarships. Theatre, music, athletic, computer science, and dance scholarships are available through interviews, auditions, competitions, or tryouts. Visit the scholarship's webpage for more information.
Honors College Scholarship
The Honors College does everything in its power to support incoming Honors students' quest for other forms of monetary support. First-year students are eligible for the Honors Academic Excellence Scholarship, which is awarded to students who show particular promise and interest in academic excellence, campus leadership, and visibility—and who demonstrate a good fit with the unique learning approach of Honors.
External Scholarships
External scholarships are offered by a number of agencies, and many students receive more than 1 outside scholarship. Some popular websites to use to find outside scholarships include FinAid's SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid and Fastweb's online scholarship resource.
- Identify what the donor is looking for. If you know what a donor is looking for, then you can tailor your application and increase your chances of being selected.
- Be specific. Donors want to see that you fit the criteria they are looking for.
- Be organized and neat. First impressions matter.
- Keep track of deadlines. Submitting some applications early can benefit you.
- Submit the application in full. Keep a copy of all application documents before you finally submit.
- Be aware of scholarship scams. If they ask for unnecessary personal information or an application fee, they are probably not a legitimate source of funding.
Diversity Scholarships and Awards
Diversity scholarships and awards are offered by several external organizations.
International Students
There are a variety of external scholarships available to international students.
Transfer Student Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships and Awards
Westminster's transfer-student scholarships are designed to help you finish what you started—and finish strong. When you apply and are admitted to Westminster University, you are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. This includes international students. Students in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program are not eligible for Westminster merit scholarships due to the already discounted tuition rate. However, BBA students are eligible for a Fenton Foundation Scholarship.
Merit scholarships and awards are based on a student's cumulative transfer GPA. Students with fewer than 60 earned university credit hours will also be required to submit a high school transcript, and the high school GPA may be used for determination of merit-scholarship eligibility.
| 2024–25 Award Designation | Award Amount | Cumulative Transfer GPA |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Westminster President's Scholarship | $24,000 | 3.5+ |
| Transfer Westminster Provost's Scholarship | $21,000 | 3.25–3.49 |
| Transfer Westminster Dean's Scholarship | $19,000 | 3.0–3.24 |
| Transfer Westminster Faculty Scholarship | $17,000 | 2.75–2.99 |
| Transfer Westminster Award | $15,000 | Lower than 2.75 |
| Phi Theta Kappa Members | $27,000 (President's Scholarship + $3,000) | |
| Yellow Ribbon Scholarship | Estimated award covers tuition costs (VA eligible) |
Contact the Financial Aid Office at 801.832.2500 or submit a question online for more information.
Additional Institutional Scholarships
Honors College Scholarship
The Honors College does everything in its power to support Honors students who are transferring to Westminster and entering the Honors College. Transfer students are eligible for the Honors Academic Excellence Scholarship, which is awarded annually students who show particular promise and interest in academic excellence, campus leadership, and visibility—and who demonstrate a good fit with the unique learning approach of Honors.
Fenton Foundation Transfer Student Scholarship
The Fenton Foundation wants to contribute to the success of transfer students admitted into the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. Prospective BBA students can apply for a Fenton Foundation Scholarship.
Graduate Student Scholarships
Westminster is committed to making your graduate education accessible and affordable.
Eligibility Criteria
Students who completed an undergraduate degree at Westminster are eligible to receive a $1,000 scholarship for the fall, spring, and summer terms, valued up to $6,000 for their program. This scholarship is available only to degree-seeking students and cannot be applied to those pursuing certificates. Recipients must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester (4 for MBA summer term). The scholarship will be awarded in $1,000 disbursements for up to 6 consecutive semesters.
This scholarship cannot be combined with any other institutional grant, scholarship, or discount. Total awards, including external funds, may not exceed full tuition.
Qualifying Graduate Programs
Students entering any program except for the Doctor of Nursing Practice or Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia programs are eligible for this scholarship.
How to Apply
You are automatically considered for this scholarship through your application for admission.
Westminster offers a limited number of MBA leadership scholarships (up to $5,000) to incoming students who demonstrate strong leadership abilities or potential. The strength of a candidate's application will also be taken into consideration.
The scholarship will be divided and awarded in your first 2 semesters. You must be enrolled half-time (4 credits) to be eligible to receive the award. If you do not enroll in the semester the scholarship is awarded for, it will be forfeited. This scholarship cannot be combined with any other institutional grant, scholarship, or discount. Total awards, including external funds, may not exceed full tuition.
Qualifying Graduate Programs
Deadline
- Fall Scholarship Applications: Aug. 1
- Spring Scholarship Applications: Dec. 1
- Summer Scholarship Applications: May 1
How to Apply
Students interested in applying for this scholarship need to submit a current professional resume and a 1-page essay specifically addressing the following:
- Describe an example of a time when you demonstrated leadership and how it made a difference in either your company or your community.
- How would receiving the Westminster MBA Leadership Scholarship impact you?
Submit the essay and resume to graduate admissions (gradadmissions@westminsteru.edu). Be sure to begin by clearly identifying yourself, the scholarship you are applying for, and the semester for which you want to apply the scholarship. If you have further questions, contact the graduate admissions team by email or phone (801.832.2200).
Current Student Scholarships
There are additional scholarships available for current Westminster students. Hundreds of donors have contributed scholarship funds for students in their sophomore, junior, and senior years at Westminster. These scholarships are awarded based on the individual criteria set up by the donor and utilize your cumulative Westminster GPA. Around half of current student scholarships consider your financial need, which usually can only be determined based on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To be considered for as many scholarships as possible, it is recommended that you submit your FAFSA before the scholarship application deadline.
Submit 1 application to be considered for all continuing scholarships. The application for the 2025-2026 academic year will open before the end of the year. Eligible students will receive notification to their Westminster University email once available.
Additional Institutional Scholarships and Funding
Honors College Awards and Funding
The Honors College does everything in its power to support current Honors students' quest for other forms of monetary support, including Honors Research Awards for independent summer research and travel funds for investigating graduate schools.
Study Abroad Scholarships
Students can apply for national and/or private study abroad scholarships that are both merit and need-based. The Office for Global Engagement provides a list of scholarship directories you can explore for national and/or private study abroad scholarships.