Merit Scholarships
Hood College has developed an extensive merit scholarship program that recognizes the achievement, talent, and potential of students. Awards are based upon the student's achievement in the classroom, ability to think analytically, talent and creativity within areas of interest, and the potential to be successful at Hood College.
All students applying for admission will be considered for merit scholarships. No special application is required. Students will be informed of their eligibility upon acceptance to Hood College.
From time to time, an individual student-applicant may qualify for consideration in more than one scholarship category. In such a case, the highest scholarship amount will take precedence in Hood's awarding process. All are limited up to eight semesters. Students are notified of yearly renewal criteria, including minimum grade point average, upon receipt of their financial award notification.
The new scholarship structure for First-Year students entering in the fall 2023 semester are as follows:
| Trustee Scholarship |
$30,000 per year |
| Presidential Scholarship |
$28,000 per year |
| Dean Scholarship |
$24,000 per year |
| Leadership Award |
$20,000 per year |
| Achievement Award |
$15,000 per year |
The new scholarship structure for Transfer students entering in the fall 2023 semester are as follows:
| Presidential Scholarship |
$28,000 per year |
| Dean Scholarship |
$24,000 per year |
| Leadership Award |
$20,000 per year |