Merit-Based Scholarships for International Students
Earn Up to 70% Off Tuition
International students with visas to study are eligible for merit-based scholarships once they complete their application. We offer merit-based scholarships from 10-70% off tuition and the average scholarship award is 50-60%.
We do not offer full-ride scholarships. All scholarships are based on merit.
Merit-based scholarships are issued at the time of admission and outlined in your admission letter. These merit-based scholarships are renewable for up to eight semesters (four years of study) or until graduation, whichever comes first, as long as students maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA.
Please note that a merit-based scholarship only applies to tuition. Additional living costs are required, which are estimated below.
Financial Documentation Requirements
The »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ is required by the United States government to examine the financial documentation of F-1 and J-1 students to verify whether their financial support is sufficient to issue an I-20 or DS-2019.
Estimated Costs for 2025-2026 Academic Year for International Students
The Cost of Attendance for international students varies slightly from the Cost of Attendance for domestic students.
| Expense Category | Full Cost | 30% Scholarship | 50% Scholarship | 60% Scholarship | Max. 70% Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $54,800 | $38,360 | $27,400 | $21,920 | $16,440 |
| Required fees | $1,660 | $1,660 | $1,660 | $1,660 | $1,660 |
| Campus Housing (Average) | $9,457 | $9,457 | $9,457 | $9,457 | $9,457 |
Meal Plan (Average) |
$5,660 |
$5,660 | $5,660 | $5,660 | $5,660 |
Health Insurance |
$2,185 | $2,185 | $2,185 | $2,185 | $2,185 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Annual Estimated Total Cost After Scholarship (I-20 cost) | $74,762 | $58,322 | $47,362 | $41,882 | $36,402 |
Additional Scholarships Available to International Students
GHR Fellows Program
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences - including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Music Major Scholarships
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 2, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Guadalupe's Scholars Program
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year/freshmen students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 7, 2024
Davis UWC Scholars Program
The Davis UWC Scholars Program provides need-based financial aid to graduates of the 18 United World College (UWC) high schools as they pursue higher education.
St. Thomas welcomes Davis UWC scholars; scholarships and other financial support for Davis UWC scholars is handled under the umbrella of that program.
GHR Fellows Program
GHR Fellows Program
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences - including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 5, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Music Major Scholarships
Music Major Scholarships
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 2, 2024
How to Apply: Indicate your interest when completing your
Guadalupe's Scholars Program
Guadalupe's Scholars Program
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year/freshmen students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 7, 2024
Davis UWC Scholars Program
Davis UWC Scholars Program
The Davis UWC Scholars Program provides need-based financial aid to graduates of the 18 United World College (UWC) high schools as they pursue higher education.
St. Thomas welcomes Davis UWC scholars; scholarships and other financial support for Davis UWC scholars is handled under the umbrella of that program.