Scholarships
Pfeiffer University empowers students to invest in a high-quality, private education through financial aid, scholarships, and grants. Take a look at some of the scholarships that can help you achieve an affordable college experience.
Academic Scholarships
Freshman Academic Scholarships
When prospective students complete an application, they are reviewed for a possible initial academic scholarship, ranging between $10,000 – $20,000 at the time of the admissions decision. Students may then also be invited to apply to our Honors Program and interview for additional scholarship awards.
Academic scholarships are based on unweighted high school GPA. Scholarships are renewable annually for four years by meeting the award requirements.
Transfer Academic Scholarships
Students applying to Pfeiffer with more than 24 hours of transferable work are eligible for merit-based scholarship awards. Scholarship awards are based on a cumulative grade point average of previous college-level work.
Merit Scholarships
The following merit scholarships recognize students’ talents and ambitions through annually renewable awards.
Milton Rose Science Fellows Scholarships
Students majoring in the sciences are eligible for this scholarship, up to $8,000. To apply, you must be a science major with a 3.5 GPA or above. If you qualify, you will be able to access the application in your personal admissions portal. Email admissions@pfeiffer.edu with any questions.
Francis Center Service Scholars
Students with strong academic profiles and outstanding community service backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Students must be a current, enrolled student at Pfeiffer to apply.
Pfeiffer Undergraduate International Student Merit Scholarship
International students are eligible for merit-based scholarships based on academic achievement. They are renewable annually based on maintaining a GPA of 2.5 or higher and full-time enrollment.
Pfeiffer University Honors Program
Students with an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher are invited to apply to Pfeiffer’s Honors Program after receiving their acceptance to the University. The application for this research-based program can be completed through their personal application page.
The Grigg Education Scholars Program
The Grigg Education Scholars Program provides scholarship support to exceptional prospective teachers preparing for excellence in the teaching profession and developing servant leadership skills. Email admissions@pfeiffer.edu for more information.
Veteran Assistance Benefits
Pfeiffer University welcomes veterans to our educational opportunities!
In order to determine eligibility for educational benefits, veterans and children (aged 18–26) of deceased or totally disabled veterans should call their local Veterans Administration Office.
Students eligible for educational benefits from the Veteran’s Administration must file a statement of educational plans with the Veterans Service Officer (VSO) in the Pfeiffer University Registrar’s Office each academic year. The VSO is here to help veterans, dependents, and service personnel receive the most efficient service in applying for their educational benefits. The VSO is not a part of the Department of Veterans Administration and the staff is not employed by the VA. Their responsibility is to provide support in applying for benefits, clarifying regulations and certifying enrollment.
Occasionally, a course or program of study may not be approved for Veterans Educational Assistance. Students anticipating benefits should confer with the VSO before registration to determine eligibility. Veterans Administration regulations limit payment for only those courses toward the declared major. Any change in enrollment status should be reported to the VSO.
For more information, contact Pfeiffer’s VSO, Heidi Abbott at heidi.abbott@pfeiffer.edu
Golden Leaf Scholarship Program
The Golden LEAF Foundation has awarded over $38 million to help more than 16,300 students from rural North Carolina attend the state’s public and private colleges and universities.
Scholarships are available to rising freshmen or community college transfer students from qualifying counties who demonstrate financial need. Visit CFNC.org/goldenleaf to fill out the application form or call 866-866-CFNC for assistance.