Futuro Leaders Scholarship Program
For 15 academically talented, first-generation college-bound students. Scholars live and learn together and meet with the President for mentorship.
Learn more about Futuro LeadersScholarships and Aid for First-Year Students
Scholarships & Aid for First-Year Students
Every admitted freshman is considered for a merit scholarship automatically. Many students also qualify for competitive awards and additional scholarships that stack on top.
Section 1 · Guaranteed
Merit-Based Scholarships
Your good grades guarantee your OLLU scholarship. There is no separate application. Your application for admission is your scholarship application.
- Awarded automatically at admission
- Requires full-time enrollment
- Renewable with 2.0 GPA min.
- Can be combined with federal and state grants
| Your GPA | Scholarship | Amount per year | Renewable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 and above | Presidential Excellence Scholarship | $21,000 | Renewable with 2.0 GPA min. |
| 3.70 – 3.99 | Trustees’ Scholarship | $19,500 | Renewable with 2.0 GPA min. |
| 3.50 – 3.69 | Founders’ Scholarship | $19,000 | Renewable with 2.0 GPA min. |
| 3.30 – 3.49 | Dean’s Merit Scholarship | $18,000 | Renewable with 2.0 GPA min. |
| 3.00 – 3.29 | Achievement Scholarship | $16,500 | Renewable with 2.0 GPA min. |
| 2.50 – 2.99 | Moye Heritage Scholarship | $8,000 | Renewable with 2.0 GPA min. |
GPA is based on high school unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Section 2 · By nomination or application
Competitive Scholarships
Limited, high-value awards for students who stand out. These require a nomination or application and have firm deadlines.
Branch Scholarship for STEM Majors
For five incoming students who excel in the classroom and in extracurriculars and declare a STEM major. Honors C.B. and Anita Branch.
Learn more about the Branch ScholarshipSection 3 · Stack with your merit award
Additional Scholarships
Program, family, athletic, and donor-funded awards that can lower your cost even further.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
For students related to OLLU alumni.
Learn moreTExAS FAST Scholarship
Environmental Science and Sustainability majors or minors with unmet need.
Learn moreGANAS Scholarship
Academically talented, low-income STEM majors with unmet need.
Learn moreNSF LSAMP Scholars
Semester stipend in years one and two for STEM majors.
Learn moreEndowed Scholarships
One application for donor scholarships.
Learn moreSaints Athletic Scholarships
Complete the Recruit Me form for your sport.
Learn moreCommunity Partnerships
Tuition reductions through OLLU community partners.
Learn moreExternal Scholarships & Grants
Private scholarships plus federal and state grants.
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Three steps to maximize your aid
1
Apply for admission
Your application also reviews you for a merit scholarship.
Start your application2
Complete the FAFSA
The FAFSA takes about 15–30 minutes to complete. List OLLU’s school code, 003598, to be considered for grants and need-based awards.
Go to studentaid.gov3
Apply for competitive awards
Check each scholarship’s page for nomination and application deadlines.
Review competitive scholarshipsQuestions? Office of Undergraduate Admissions · 210-431-3961 · admissions@ollusa.edu
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