Carthage awards automatic merit scholarships (non-need-based grants) to incoming freshmen at the time of admission, eliminating the need for an additional application. These scholarships are based on the application for admission and transcripts, and are completely funded by Carthage.
All Carthage non-need-based scholarships and grants are reserved for full-time undergraduate students seeking their first bachelor’s degree. Renewal requires an annual minimum cumulative GPA and full-time enrollment status. A student may compete or be eligible for a combination of non-need-based scholarships and grants but, when combined, cannot exceed tuition unless otherwise noted. The number of scholarships awarded is not limited. Please call the Office of Admissions for additional information at 800-351-4058.
A student is awarded these grants and scholarships based on academic background, including transcript, as well as other information provided on the admissions application.
Academic Scholarships
Up to $13,000 per year, renewable
At the time of admission, academic scholarships up to $13,000 per year are awarded to qualified freshmen based on cumulative high school grade-point average (non-weighted). Complete your application and send your high school transcripts to discover your merit award.
VISIT GRANT
$500 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable grant of $500 per year (four-year value: $2,000) is awarded to prospective students who visit Carthage. One Visit Grant per student. Schedule your visit. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
THE ALUMNI GRANT
$1,000 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable grant of $1,000 per year (four-year value: $4,000) is awarded to children of Carthage alumni. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
BOYS/GIRLS STATE SCHOLARSHIP
$500 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable scholarship of $500 per year (four-year value: $2,000) is awarded to students who have attended Boys State or Girls State. Proof of attendance from the student’s high school is required and must be submitted by December 3 (prior to enrollment). A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 is required for renewal.
EARLY FAFSA FILERS AWARD
$500 per year, renewable
The Early FAFSA Filers Award is for students who submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), officially signed by applicant and one parent, to be received by the Federal Processing Agency by January 1. Renewable with FAFSA completion by January 1 each year. Students may receive this award regardless of financial need.
ELCA GRANT
$1,000 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable grant of $1,000 per year (four-year value: $4,000) is awarded to members of congregations affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
MINISTERIAL GRANT
$500 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable grant of $500 per year (four-year value: $2,000) is awarded to children of ELCA ministers. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
MULTICULTURAL GRANT
$1,000 per year, renewable
A four-year grant in the amount of $1,000 per year is awarded to students of a multicultural background meeting certain academic criteria. The student must be admitted to Carthage as a new freshman or transfer. A minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
SIBLING GRANT
$1,000 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable grant of $1,000 per year (four-year value: $4,000) is awarded to each sibling enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Carthage. To receive this grant, both students must be enrolled full time at the same time. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
TRI-COUNTY GRANT (UNLIMITED)
$500 per year, renewable
A four-year renewable grant of $500 per year (four-year value: $2,000) is awarded to all students who reside in Kenosha, Racine, or Walworth counties. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for renewal.
TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS
A variety of scholarships are available to students transferring to Carthage from another college.
Learn more about transfer scholarships.
Scholarships and grants may be combined with federal and state grants, not to exceed full tuition.
