Scholarships and aid for Christian college

Christian colleges with the lowest net price

What families paid on average after grants and scholarships, per year (federal data). Your own price can differ: every college has a net price calculator on its website.

1. –College of Biblical Studies-HoustonHouston, TX$672
2. –San Diego Christian CollegeSantee, CA$992
3. –Trinity International University-IllinoisDeerfield, IL$2,835
4. –Allegheny Wesleyan CollegeSalem, OH$5,355
5. –Wilberforce UniversityWilberforce, OH$5,567
6. 78College of the OzarksPoint Lookout, MO$6,100
7. –Le Moyne-Owen CollegeMemphis, TN$7,099
8. –Southeastern Baptist CollegeLaurel, MS$8,138
9. –Pillar CollegeNewark, NJ$8,470
10. –Elim Bible Institute and CollegeLima, NY$8,840

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Scholarships to apply for

• FederalFAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)The one form for federal grants such as the Pell Grant, work-study and student loans. Most colleges also use it to award their own aid, so file it even if you don’t expect to qualify.Official page: amounts, deadlines and how to apply
• ChristianKnights of Columbus Pro Deo and Pro Patria ScholarshipsFor students entering their first year at a Christian college who are members of the Knights of Columbus, children of members, or Columbian Squires.Official page: amounts, deadlines and how to apply
• ChristianChristian United Financial scholarshipsA one-time scholarship for members starting their first college, technical or trade program.Official page: amounts, deadlines and how to apply
• ChristianChristian Order of Foresters scholarshipsScholarships for members going to college or trade school.Official page: amounts, deadlines and how to apply
• ChristianChristian Daughters of the Americas scholarshipsScholarships and contests run by the national organization and local courts, including a graduate scholarship.Official page: amounts, deadlines and how to apply
• NationalHispanic Scholarship FundFor students of Hispanic heritage at any accredited college, Christian or not.Official page: amounts, deadlines and how to apply

Ask each college

• Many Christian colleges have their own awards, for example for graduates of Christian high schools, children of pastors and missionaries, or students recommended by their church. Ask the financial aid office what they offer.
• Your church, your denomination and your parents’ employers sometimes offer scholarships too. Ask your church office and your high school counselor.
• When the aid offers arrive, compare them side by side: grants and scholarships don’t have to be repaid; loans do.