Merit-based scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement and/or talent, not financial need. To receive one, a student must apply, be admitted to LaGrange College without any academic conditions, and enroll. Scholarships cannot be combined or stacked.
A note on GPA: LaGrange College recalculates GPAs using only college prep courses taken in grades 9–12. This recalculated GPA is what determines scholarship eligibility.
Merit-based scholarships
A range of merit-based scholarships are awarded based on ability and/or talent rather than financial need. A student must have applied, been admitted to LaGrange College (with no academic conditions) and enroll in order to receive scholarships.
Gateway Scholarship
$15,000 per year | 60,000 over four years
Open to entering, full-time, first-year day students only. To qualify, students typically need a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5–2.9 and an SAT score of 1000 or higher (combined Evidence-Based Reading/Writing + Math) or an ACT composite of 19 or higher. To keep the scholarship, students must maintain a 2.0 GPA in college.
Hilltop Scholarship
$16,000 per year | $64,000 over four years
Open to entering, full-time, first-year day students only. To qualify, students typically need a cumulative high school GPA of 3.2 or higher and an SAT score of 1070 or higher or an ACT composite of 21 or higher. To keep the scholarship, students must maintain a 2.0 college GPA.
Tower Scholarship
$17,000 per year | $68,000 over four years
Open to entering, full-time, first-year day students only. To qualify, students typically need a recalculated high school GPA of 3.25–3.49 and an SAT score of 1140 or higher or an ACT composite of 23 or higher. To keep the scholarship, students must maintain a 2.5 college GPA.
Founders Scholarship
$18,500 per year | $74,000 over four years
Open to entering, full-time, first-year day students only. To qualify, students typically need a recalculated high school GPA of 3.5–3.74 and an SAT score of 1180 or higher or an ACT composite of 24 or higher. To keep the scholarship, students must maintain a 2.5 college GPA.
Fellows Scholarship
$20,000 per year | $80,000 over four years
Open to entering, full-time, first-year day students only. To qualify, students typically need a recalculated high school GPA of 3.75–4.0 and an SAT score of 1300 or higher or an ACT composite of 27 or higher. To keep the scholarship, students must maintain a 2.5 college GPA.
The Presidential Learning Scholarship
Full tuition
This is a competitive, invitation-based scholarship. Two are awarded each year to the most academically accomplished incoming first-year students. To be considered, students must apply for admission by January 1 of their senior year. Students admitted by January 15 who qualify for the Founders or Fellows Scholarship may be invited to compete. Strong candidates will have a rigorous college prep background and a demonstrated record of leadership or service in school, community, or church.
To keep the scholarship, recipients must maintain a 3.25 college GPA. This scholarship supersedes all other LaGrange College scholarships and aid.
State scholarships
Georgia residents who are U.S. citizens (or eligible non-citizens) and have lived in Georgia for at least 12 consecutive months may be eligible for state-funded assistance. Complete applications and eligibility details for all state scholarships are available at gafutures.org.
HOPE Scholarship
$5,970 per year for full-time students ($2,985 per semester)
A non-need-based scholarship for Georgia residents who graduated high school in June 1996 or later with a 3.0 GPA in required academic courses. Students who didn't qualify at graduation may become eligible after completing 30, 60, or 90 semester hours of college coursework.
Zell Miller Scholarship
$5,970 per year for full-time students ($2,985 per semester)
A non-need-based scholarship for Georgia residents who graduated high school in 2011 or later and meet one of the following: graduated as Valedictorian or Salutatorian, or earned a HOPE-calculated GPA of 3.7 or higher and scored at least 1200 on the SAT (critical reading + math) or a 26 composite on the ACT before graduating high school. Eligibility is also reviewed at 30, 60, and 90 attempted semester hours.
Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant
$1,100 per year
A non-need-based grant for Georgia residents enrolled full-time at a private college or university in Georgia.
Georgia HERO
(Helping Educate Reservists and their Offspring) Up to $2,000 per year for full-time students (prorated for part-time enrollment)
A non-need-based scholarship for Georgia residents who are members of the Georgia National Guard or U.S. Military Reserves and have served in a combat zone — or who are the children or spouses of such members.
Public Safety Memorial Grant
Up to $18,000 per year
A non-need-based grant for dependent children of Georgia public safety officers who were permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty.
Presidential Scholarship (International)
Full tuition, room, and board — valued at $47,626/year (2024–25)
A limited number of these scholarships are awarded to international students with an academic GPA equivalent to a 3.64 or higher on a U.S. 4.0 scale. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from school officials and complete an interview with the Presidential Scholarship Committee via Zoom.
Global Scholars Scholarship
Half tuition + room expenses — valued at $24,324/year (2024–25)
Fifteen of these scholarships are awarded to international students with a GPA equivalent to 3.44–3.63 on a U.S. 4.0 scale. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from school officials and a recorded video interview.
LaGrange Scholars Scholarship
Half tuition + half room expenses — valued at $20,777/year (2024–25)
Fifteen of these scholarships are awarded to international students with an academic percentage of 86–90% or higher, equivalent to a 3.0–3.43 GPA on a U.S. 4.0 scale. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from school officials.
Other awards
Awards, like grants, do not require repayment.
Departmental Awards
Amounts vary based upon funding
Funded by alumni and friends of the college, these awards are available to students in Art, Music, Theatre, and Nursing. If you plan to major in one of these areas, contact the Office of Admissions for available awards and application materials. Note: students who receive an academic scholarship may not always qualify for departmental funding as well.
UMC Dollars for Scholars
Matching awards valued at $2,000–$4,000
Funded by the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation. A student's church contributes $1,000 for each member attending a United Methodist college. LaGrange College's participation in the Triple Your Dollars program can add another $1,000 (for a total of $3,000), and conferences in the Quadruple Your Dollars program may contribute an additional $1,000 (for a potential total of $4,000). For application details, visit gbhem.org.
UMC Leadership Scholars
Matching awards valued at $2,000–$3,000
For United Methodist students planning to attend a UMC-affiliated college or university. The student's sponsoring church contributes $1,000 to the Higher Education Foundation, and the college matches it.
LaGrange College Methodist Scholarships
$500–$1,000
For currently enrolled or admitted students who are active members of a United Methodist church, demonstrate financial need, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. A separate application is required.
LaGrange College Methodist Ministerial Discount
$4,000 non-need-based tuition discount
For currently enrolled or admitted students whose parent is an active, ordained minister in the United Methodist Church. A separate application is required.