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πŸ’° Lincoln University Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
10
In-State Awards
$2,000-$18,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$2,000-$18,000/yr

Lincoln University offers 10 merit scholarships. Awards run $2,000-$18,000/yr for out-of-state students. Against tuition of $14,852, students receiving the largest award pay about $0 a year before other aid.

What you'd actually pay at Lincoln University

Tuition & fees
$14,852
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Largest annual award
$18,000
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Students receiving it pay about
$0/yr

Tuition and fees only β€” housing (about $11,616), books and travel are extra. Awards must still be won and may carry renewal conditions. Need-based aid is separate and may reduce this further.

Official Scholarship Information
View complete details on Lincoln University's website
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Other scholarships at Lincoln University (10)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

5 Strong Legacy Scholarship
$18,000/yr
5 Strong Legacy Scholarship β€” $18,000
Eligibility: From Grants and Scholarships merit table: 5 Strong Legacy Scholarship β€” Minimum Cumulative GPA Required: 3.3; Minimum Credit Hours Earned: 30 (fall & spring).
How to apply: ["earn 30 credits per year", "FAFSA by priority deadline"]
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Achieve the Dream Award
$5,000/yr
Lion Aid table: Achieve the Dream β€” $5,000
Eligibility: From Grants and Scholarships merit table: Achieve the Dream β€” Minimum Cumulative GPA Required: 3.0; Minimum Credit Hours Earned: 30 (fall & spring).
How to apply: ["earn 30 credits per year", "FAFSA by priority deadline"]
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Dean's Award
$10,000/yr
Lion Aid table: Dean's Award β€” $10,000
Eligibility: From Grants and Scholarships merit table: Dean's Award β€” Minimum Cumulative GPA Required: 3.3; Minimum Credit Hours Earned: 30 (fall & spring).
How to apply: ["earn 30 credits per year", "FAFSA by priority deadline"]
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Freshmen Merit Scholarships (general)
$5,000-$14,000/yr
**AMOUNT:** $5,000 - $14,000
Eligibility: * **Minimum GPA:**3.00 cumulative * **Academic level:** Incoming freshman * **Application status:** Admitted * **Enrollment status:** Full-time * **Citizenship:** Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.
How to apply: ["scholarship application", "admitted", "full-time enrollment", "FAFSA (U.S. citizens/permanent residents)"]
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International Student Merit Scholarship
**AMOUNT**: Tuition & General Fees
Eligibility: To qualify for the international student merit scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:​ * **Minimum GPA**: 3.30 cumulative * **Minimum Test Score:** * 1020 SAT * 20 ACT (Composite) * **Academic level**: Incoming freshman * **Application status**: Admitted * **Enrollment status**: Full-time * **Citizenship**: Must be an international student (F1 - Visa Status)
How to apply: ["separate application (\"MUST submit an application for consideration\")", "admitted", "full-time enrollment", "international (F-1 visa)"]
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Liberated Lion Leadership Award
$5,000-$8,000/yr
**AMOUNT:** $5,000 - $8,000
Eligibility: The Liberated Lion Leadership (L3) Award is for incoming freshmen who have distinguished themselves through outstanding leadership qualities and academic excellence. The primary focus of this award is leadership, which may be demonstrated through traditional school activities, work responsibilities, community involvement, church-related activities, and family commitments.
How to apply: ["leadership record", "admitted", "full-time enrollment", "scholarship application"]
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Lion Transfer Scholarship
$2,000-$3,000/yr
**AMOUNT**: $2,000 - $3,000
Eligibility: The Lion Transfer Scholarship is awarded to students transferring to Lincoln University from another college on a competitive basis. In order to be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria: * **Minimum GPA**: 3.00 cumulative * **Academic level**: Transfer * **Credit hours**: 28+ transferrable credit hours * **Application Status**: Admitted * **Enrollment status**: Full-time * **Citizenship**: Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.
How to apply: ["separate application (apply for the Lion transfer scholarship)", "admitted", "full-time enrollment"]
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President's Scholarship (Direct cost)
**AMOUNT:** Will cover Direct Cost including Tuition, Fees, and Room and Board
Eligibility: To qualify for the President’s Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:​ * **Minimum GPA:** 3.75 cumulative * **Academic level:** Incoming freshman * **Application status:** Admitted * **Enrollment status:** Full-time * **Citizenship:** Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.
How to apply: ["separate application (\"MUST submit an application for consideration\")", "admitted", "full-time enrollment", "FAFSA"]
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Provost's Scholarship - Out of state
$14,000/yr
Provost's Scholarship - Out of state β€” $14,000
Eligibility: From Grants and Scholarships merit table: Provost's Scholarship - Out of state β€” Minimum Cumulative GPA Required: 3.3; Minimum Credit Hours Earned: 30 (fall & spring).
How to apply: ["earn 30 credits per year", "FAFSA by priority deadline"]
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Provost's Scholarship - PA
$12,000/yr
Provost's Scholarship - PA β€” $12,000
Eligibility: From Grants and Scholarships merit table: Provost's Scholarship - PA β€” Minimum Cumulative GPA Required: 3.3; Minimum Credit Hours Earned: 30 (fall & spring).
How to apply: ["earn 30 credits per year", "FAFSA by priority deadline"]
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Deadlines that affect merit consideration at Lincoln University

Early Action
02/01/2026
Regular Decision
Rolling

Common questions about Lincoln University scholarships

How much merit aid does Lincoln University give?

Published awards range $2,000-$18,000/yr. Lincoln University lists 10 merit scholarships in total.

Does Lincoln University give merit scholarships to out-of-state students?

Yes. Awards for out-of-state students run $2,000-$18,000/yr.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at Lincoln University?

The largest published award covers full tuition, though not housing and other costs.

When is the scholarship deadline at Lincoln University?

Merit consideration usually follows the admission deadline, which is 02/01/2026. Confirm scholarship-specific dates with the financial aid office.

πŸ’‘ Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with Lincoln University's financial aid office before making decisions β€” or check their scholarship page.

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