Students are encouraged to apply for the following scholarships by submitting the Sterling College Financial Aid & Scholarship Application. Completed scholarship applications must be received by April 1. Scholarship applicants must also be accepted for admission to the College.
The Environmental Steward Scholarship–Covers the annual cost of tuition.
Scholarship application required. Deadline is April 1. Scholarship applicants must also submit a completed application for admission. Scholarship is awarded to two students based on the type and amount of environmental service and volunteerism the applicant has completed. The level of commitment to these activities the applicant has demonstrated is also a very important factor.
The scholarship covers tuition expenses at Sterling College for four years (8 semesters) or, in the case of a transfer student, until completion of the Bachelor of Arts degree, whichever comes first. Scholarship recipients must enroll full-time at Sterling College during the fall semester for which they are awarded the scholarship, stay enrolled continuously, live on campus, and maintain full-time status, a quality point average of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, satisfactory effort grades, and satisfactory progress in the Work College Program.
Students receiving the Environmental Steward Scholarship are responsible for the cost of room, board, and fees. Should federal, state, or other outside aid sources be available and create an over award situation then the Environmental Steward Scholarship will be reduced to eliminate the over award but cover expenses up to the budget total. Recipients of the Environmental Steward Scholarship are ineligible for other Sterling College grants and scholarships. -- Learn more or request more information!
The Presidential Scholarship–Ranges from $1,000-$5,000.
Scholarship application required. Deadline is April 1. Scholarship applicants must also submit a completed application for admission. Awarded to high school students and graduates and home-schooled students who have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent), have pursued an activity in an environmental field, and describe a personal lifestyle change that has benefited the environment.
The Achievement Scholarship–Ranges from $1,000-$5,000.
Scholarship application required. Deadline is April 1. Scholarship applicants must also submit a completed application for admission. Awarded to any first-time student who has been involved in service to his/her community, school, or environment or has demonstrated significant life achievement.
Awards up to $6,000 are granted to students who are admitted to the College and meet the criteria as described below. No application required.
Gladys Brooks Merit Scholarship Award—Up to $6,000
The Gladys Brooks Merit Scholarship Award is granted to student(s) from the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont with demonstrated academic achievement and leadership skills. Qualified students need to be eligible to attend/to have attended a public high school serving the counties of Essex, Orleans, and Caledonia in the state of Vermont. Information on level of academic achievement and leadership abilities is gleaned from a student’s application for admission.
Williamson Scholars Award—Up to $5,000
The Williamson Scholars Award is granted to two juniors (one man and one woman) annually, who exemplify qualities that characterize Jed Williamson, former President, and Perry Forbes Williamson’s, former Director of Development, contribution to Sterling College—namely, leadership, integrity, inspiration, commitment to community, and unfailing optimism.
The Vermont Award–Up to $2,000
An annual award to accepted students who are residents of the state of Vermont. No application required.
Tyler Rigg Scholarship Award–$1,000
The Tyler Rigg Scholarship Award is given to a returning second year student who has shown the kind of spirit and commitment exemplified by Tyler in his first year at Sterling College.
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) Award–$1,000
A one-time award to alumni of the Student Conservation Association (SCA) who meet the criteria for admissions to Sterling College. Accepted students are awarded $500 per semester for the first two semesters of enrollment. This award recognizes the valuable and important service performed by alumni of the Student Conservation Association. No application required.
The Vermont Youth Conservation Corps Award–$1,000
A one-time award to alumni of the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) who meet the criteria for admissions to Sterling College. Accepted students are awarded $500 per semester for the first two semesters of enrollment. This award recognizes the valuable and important service and contributions to the state of Vermont performed by alumni of the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps. The VYCC is a non-profit service, conservation, and education organization. Each year, the VYCC hires over 300 young people between the ages of 16 and 24 to manage State Parks, build trails, restore rivers and streams, and improve community greenspaces. No application required.
The Northwest Youth Corps Award–$1,000
A one-time award to alumni of the Northwest Youth Corps who meet the criteria for admissions to Sterling College. Accepted students are awarded $500 per semester for the first two semesters of enrollment. This award recognizes the valuable and important service performed by alumni of the Northwest Youth Corps. No application required.
AmeriCorps/Sterling College Matching Award
Prior to enrollment, AmeriCorps alumni should notify Admissions of their intent to use AmeriCorps funds at Sterling College. Students qualifying for federal financial aid will receive a $1,000 match per academic year. Students not eligible for federal financial aid will receive a $500 match per academic year. AmeriCorps funds exceeding the matching amount may be applied towards tuition, room, board, and books. For more information, contact Admissions. No application required.
The Transfer Award–$500-$1,000
A one-time award to students who transfer at least 12 credits and have maintained a minimum gpa of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. This scholarship is designed to recognize a transfer student’s prior academic achievement and to alleviate the costs incurred during the transfer process. Students who enter in the fall and continue for the spring semester receive $1,000 for the academic year. Students entering in the spring semester receive a $500 award. No application required.
The Bounder Award–Maximum award is $500.
An annual award to returning students who live west of the Mississippi River or in the Deep South. The amount given will be related to distance from Sterling College. No application required.
The Travel Award—Up to $500
A one-time award to first-time students who have significant travel costs and have visited campus prior to enrollment. Contact the Admissions Office for details.
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