Merit-Based Scholarships for International Students
Earn Up to 70% Off Tuition
International students, those with visas to study, are eligible for merit-based scholarships once they complete their application. We offer merit-based scholarships from 10-70% off tuition and the average scholarship award is 50-60%.
We do not offer full ride scholarships. All scholarships are based on merit.
Merit-based scholarships are issued at the time of admission and outlined in your admission letter. These merit-based scholarships are renewable for up to eight semesters (four years of study) or until graduation, whichever comes first, as long as students maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA.
Please note that a merit-based scholarship only applies to tuition. There are living costs that are also required in addition to the cost of tuition - see details below. (NOTE that the Cost of Attendance for domestic students varies slightly from the Cost of Attendance for international students.)
Estimated Costs for 2024-2025 Academic Year for International Students
| Expense Category | Full Cost | 30% Scholarship | 50% Scholarship | 60% Scholarship | Max. 70% Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $ 52,850 | $36,995 | $26,425 | $21,140 | $15,855 |
| Required fees | $1,580 | $1,580 | $1,580 | $1,580 | $1,580 |
| Campus Housing (Average) | $ 9,600 | $ 9,600 | $ 9,600 | $ 9,600 | $ 9,600 |
| Meal Plan (Average) | $5,340 | $5,340 | $5,340 | $5,340 | $5,340 |
| Health Insurance | $ 2,680 | $ 2,680 | $ 2,680 | $ 2,680 | $ 2,680 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Annual Estimated Total Cost After Scholarship (I-20 cost) | $73,050 | $57,195 | $46,625 | $41,340 | $36,055 |
Additional Scholarships Available to International Students
GHR Fellows Program
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences - including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Music Major Scholarships
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 2, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Guadalupe's Scholars Program
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year/freshmen students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 7, 2024
GHR Fellows Program
GHR Fellows Program
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences - including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Music Major Scholarships
Music Major Scholarships
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 2, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Guadalupe's Scholars Program
Guadalupe's Scholars Program
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year/freshmen students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino ¸»¶þ´úÊÓƵ
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 7, 2024
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