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Undergraduate Scholarships

AVAILABLE TO CURRENT + FUTURE EMPORIA STATE STUDENTS

Earning your degree from Emporia State University is one of the best investments you will ever make. ESU offers a variety of different scholarships to offset your cost of tuition and support your educational goals.

Important Dates + To Do's

  • Complete your FAFSA application.
  • Apply to ESU by April 30 to be entered into a drawing for one of five $1,000 scholarships.
  • Be admitted as an ESU student to be eligible for the most scholarships.
  • Register for any Hornet Connection enrollment date by May 1 to be entered into a drawing for a $5,000 scholarship.
  • Want to learn more about Emporia State? Scheduling a visit is the best way!
  • Have questions? We are here! Contact your admissions counselor today!

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Scholarship Library

Apply for scholarships at Emporia State University.

Scholarship Library

Additional Scholarships not in the library

PRESIDENTIAL + GPA SCHOLARSHIPS

The renewable Presidential Scholarship is awarded based on ACT/SAT score and GPA. If you scored lower than a 21 on the ACT, or are unable to take the ACT/SAT, you may be eligible for the non-renewable GPA-Only scholarship based on GPA.

TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS

Based on your transferring GPA, you may be eligible for the renewable Transfer Scholarship.

ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Several scholarships are available to incoming athletes.

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship opportunities for majors and non-majors participating in music ensembles are available! Audition may be required.

HONORS SCHOLARSHIPS

Earn a renewable $1,000 scholarship with acceptance into the Honors College at Emporia State University.

HOUSING SCHOLARSHIPS

Receive an automatic $1,000 for the first year living on campus, and further awards for every subsequent year in the ESU residence halls. No additional steps are required for this scholarship after completing your housing application.

GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS

A number of graduate scholarships are available through the Graduate School to assist both online and face-to-face learning.

NON-ESU SCHOLARSHIPS