Scholarships
National and International
Wheaton offers assistance, through Associate Dean Alex Trayford, to students who are preparing applications for graduate scholarships and fellowship. Wheaton successfully nominates students each year to the major national competitions: Truman (public service), Fulbright (international), Rhodes and Marshall (study in Britain), Goldwater (science), etc. Look for posters concerning workshops and deadlines. More information is available on each competition at the Academic Advising Center. Read about this year's national scholars.
Electronic Guide to National Scholarships, Fellowships and Grants
The Office of Advising and Co-Curricular Learning has established Wheaton's first electronic guide to scholarships, fellowships and grants. The guide is designed to show students the rich funding opportunities and experiences that foster personal and educational growth at both the undergraduate and graduate level. To view the guide, please click here.
Graduate Fellowships and Scholarships
In addition to national competitions, Wheaton offers a number of graduate scholarships just for Wheaton students and, in some instances, graduates of the college. These scholarships are listed below. Download this year's application (pdf file).
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Alumnae Association Scholarship
Two scholarships to any graduating senior or graduate for professional study in any field.
Julia R. Lange Fellowship
Up to FOUR awards to seniors or graduates for advanced study in medicine or the biological sciences (medicine is the priority). Recipients may apply for the second year.
Joseph M. & Susan Stampler Paresky '68 Fellowship
One award to a senior who has excelled academically, made a significant contribution to the campus community and demonstrated exceptional personal growth during four years at Wheaton. For graduate study in a graduate or professional program leading to an advanced degree.
Phi Beta Kappa Graduate Scholarship
To any Wheaton senior or graduate entering the first or second year of graduate study, normally leading to the Ph.D. NOT limited to Phi Beta Kappa members.
Jane E. Ruby Fellowship
Support for any senior or graduate to begin, continue or resume professional or other advanced training in any field.
Grace Shepard/Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship
An award to a graduating senior to support graduate study, preferably but not necessarily in Classical Studies. Not limited to Phi Beta Kappa members.
Helen & Irma Wieand Fellowship
ONE to THREE awards annually to seniors or graduates to support graduate study in the Humanities.
Named scholar programs for Wheaton undergraduates
Merit scholarships are awarded to almost one-third of first-year students. No separate application is required for merit scholarship consideration at Wheaton. Students are selected from the pool of first-time freshman applicants at the time of admission to the college. If a financial aid applicant is a merit scholarship recipient, it will be included as part of the overall financial aid package and will reduce his/her eligibility for need-based financial aid.
Class of 2012 Awards
Balfour Scholars
Established in 1983 with a gift from the Lloyd G. and Mildred Balfour Foundation, the Balfour Scholar award enables Wheaton to recognize entering freshmen who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability, unusual talents and potential for leadership. Each Balfour Scholar receives a $12,500 scholarship in addition to a one-time $4,000 stipend to support research, career-development or community service opportunities. The stipend is available for experiences during the summer of either your sophomore or junior year. Balfour Scholars represent the most outstanding students in the applicant pool.
Trustee Scholars
Trustee Scholars are recognized for their superior academic achievement and demonstrated extracurricular commitment. As a Trustee Scholar, each student receives a $10,000 scholarship in addition to a one-time $4,000 stipend to support research, career-development or community service opportunities. The stipend is available for experiences during the summer of either your sophomore or junior year.
Community Scholars
The Community Scholars program recognizes students who demonstrate both strong academic performance and an ongoing commitment to community service and/or leadership. Community Scholars each receive a $7,500 scholarship and a one-time $3,000 stipend to support community service, internships or research opportunities. The stipend is available for experiences during the summer of either your sophomore or junior year.
Regional Scholars
Regional Scholars are selected from among the top applicants who apply to Wheaton. Wheaton≠s Regional Scholars program recognizes outstanding students from across the country. Regional Scholars each receive a $7,500 scholarship and a one time $3,000 stipend to support research, career development or community service opportunities. The stipend is available for experiences during the summer of either your sophomore or junior year.
Each of these scholarship awards is renewable annually upon the achievement of at least a 3.0 GPA.
Merit Scholarships apply only during terms of enrollment at Wheaton or on Wheaton-affiliated programs. Merit scholarship funds may not be used for non-affiliated programs (abroad or domestic). For a current list of Wheaton-affiliated programs abroad, contact the Center for Global Education. For a current list of Wheaton-affiliated programs in the United States, contact the Academic Advising Office.
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