All applicants are considered for one of our merit scholarships, ranging from $15,000 to $35,000 a year. Additionally, you may apply for a talent scholarship in art, music or writing, or one of our scholarship programs for underrepresented backgrounds, including first-generation students. Scholarships are renewable all four years with satisfactory academic progress. Recipients are notified upon receiving their decision letters. Need-based grants are available for students who qualify for financial aid.
Academic Merit Scholarships
Our merit scholarships recognize academic excellence and spirited involvement in school or community activities. All first-year applicants are considered for these awards, without regard to financial need. No additional application is required.
Current scholarships range from $15,000 to $35,000 and include:
Talent Scholarships
Kenyon offers competitive scholarships in writing, music and studio art. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of talent, not eligibility for aid. Details, including application instructions and deadlines, are found below.
Kenyon awards studio art scholarships of $25,000 per year, renewable every year for each recipient's four-year Kenyon career. These scholarships are based on merit alone and are awarded for exemplary ability in studio art. Scholarship recipients are expected to take studio art courses each year and encouraged to major or minor in studio art. Learn more about eligibility and requirements for the scholarships.
Kenyon awards music scholarships of $25,000 per year, renewable every year for each recipient's four-year Kenyon career.
This scholarship recognizes a talented writer, providing $25,000 per year. It is renewable for four years, under the same rules that apply to all of Kenyon's merit scholarships.
KEEP and STEM Scholarship Programs
These programs for students from underrepresented backgrounds, including first-generation students, eliminate the loan and work-study portions of a need-based financial aid package. Each includes an intensive five-week summer experience.
Kenyon Educational Enrichment Program Scholarships will be awarded to selected students who are from underrepresented backgrounds, including first-generation students.
You Can Afford Kenyon
Kenyon provides the financial aid you need and rewards achievement. Learn about need-based grants and merit scholarships.