The Randolph-Macon College Presidential Scholars Program
Randolph-Macon's signature academic scholarship program for new students is the Presidential Scholars Program. The program recognizes students who have demonstrated the highest levels of academic achievement and leadership.
Awards range from $7,500 to $20,000 per year and are renewable for up to four years, provided the recipients maintain the required grade point average. Most students receive awards up to $15,000; top students receive larger awards.
The primary criterion for selection as a Presidential Scholar is academic achievement. We also consider leadership in school and the community, personal accomplishments or talents, and the personal interview with a member of the Randolph-Macon faculty. Most scholarship recipients will have a high school grade average of a B+ or above, competitive test scores (SAT above 1100 on critical reading and math sections; ACT above 24), and be in the top 25% of their high school classes.
All applicants to Randolph-Macon College are automatically considered for a Presidential Scholarship, but you should apply to the college no later than February 1. Eligible candidates will be invited to campus for an interview during one of our scholarship days in December, January, February and March. Award recipients may also qualify for other types of aid based on demonstrated need.
For more information about the Presidential Scholars Program, please contact Annie Keith, Scholarship Coordinator.
The A. Purnell Bailey Pre-Ministerial Program for Ordained Ministry
The A. Purnell Bailey Pre-Ministerial Program for Ordained Ministry is designed to encourage students who express an interest in a Christian vocation involving pursuing a career in ordained ministry. Scholarships are awarded to a limited number of selected students each year based on several criteria.
Students selected for this program receive half-tuition scholarships for the first two years and full tuition, room and board for the next two years, mentoring, meetings and activities with other Bailey scholars, and assistance in fulfilling the requirements leading to ordination in the United Methodist Church. Two internships are also provided during their college career, one which is academic focused and another which includes a stipend for work in a ministry setting. Full details about this unique opportunity can be found in the descriptive brochure on the Bailey Program (available from the Admissions Office), and questions may be addressed to the Ministerial Vocation Coordinator, Rev. Margie Turbyfill at MargieTurbyfill@rmc.edu.
Private Scholarships
In addition to the scholarships offered by Randolph-Macon, students may be eligible for private scholarships. Search for private scholarships.