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Carthage awards 15 $2,500 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Leadership (DEIL) Fellows Program Scholarships to incoming students. These scholarships are renewable for four years.

The DEIL Fellows Scholarship deadline has passed for fall 2024 freshmen. Join our mailing list to receive more information and updates about Carthage scholarships.

The DEIL Fellows program promotes diversity and student participation in campus life through volunteerism and academic excellence. Scholarship recipients will share their unique strengths and diverse perspectives through their involvement in on-campus activities, in the classroom and through their participation in community service.

Qualifications

DEIL Fellows program candidates are selected from students who are admitted to Carthage and who have submitted the separate DEIL Fellows program application, along with the required essay. Upon completion of the application and essay, selected students will be asked to attend a virtual session in December. Participation in the virtual session is a requirement for consideration for the DEIL Fellows Program Scholarships.


How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Leadership (DEIL) Fellows Program Scholarship must complete the following no later than December 3:

  • Submit an application for admission to Carthage and supporting materials (high school transcripts).
  • Submit the DEIL Fellows Program Scholarship Application. (available in October 2024; join our mailing list to receive updates)
  • Submit the DEIL Fellows Program Scholarship Application. (Deadline: December 3, 2023)
  • Submit a one-page essay: What obstacles must you overcome to become a college student? (This is part of the online scholarship application.)
  • Submit a list of all high school and community organizations and activities (including work) in which you have participated. (This is part of the online scholarship application.)

Application Review

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Leadership (DEIL) Fellows Program Scholarship candidates are selected from among students who are admitted to Carthage and who have submitted the separate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Leadership (DEIL) Fellows Program Scholarship application, along with the required essay, no later than December 3.

Upon completion of the application and essay, selected students will be asked to complete a phone or video chat interview in January/February.

The Carthage commitment to scholars extends beyond the 15 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Leadership (DEIL) Fellows Program Scholarships. Top students typically receive a substantial package of multiple non-need-based awards. Many qualify for additional need-based assistance, making Carthage quite affordable.

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Leadership (DEIL) Fellows Program Scholarships may incorporate all Carthage assistance. Scholarships and grants may be combined with federal and state grants, not to exceed full tuition. Carthage also offers additional scholarships. See our scholarship page for details.