Scholarships for New Freshmen

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.

Most awards range from $13,500 to $21,000 per year ($54,000 to $84,000 over four years) for students entering in fall 2013.  Awards are renewable for up to a maximum of four years, provided the recipients maintain the required grade point average.  Select, exceptionally strong candidates may be invited to compete for full-tuition 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 A-/B+ (roughly 3.5) or above, competitive test scores (SAT above 1150 on critical reading and math sections; ACT above 25), and be in the top 25% of their high school classes. However, all students are evaluated individually during the admission process for scholarship eligibility.

Students with solid academic performance in high school or college (but who do not qualify for our Presidential Scholars Program) and students who have demonstrated strong leadership while maintaining academic success may receive a Dean's Award.  The Dean's Award is $13,500 annually ($54,000 over four years), and is renewable each year (for a maximum of four years) if the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.

All applicants to Randolph-Macon College are automatically considered for a Presidential Scholarship or Dean's Award, 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 the spring semester. (Students who are unable to attend a Scholarship Day may arrange an interview on a different day or via Skype.)  Award recipients may also qualify for other types of aid based on demonstrated need.

For more information about the Presidential Scholars Program or Dean's Award, please contact Charter Lindley, Scholarship Coordinator.

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 scholarships 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. Internship opportunities are also available.  To learn more about the Bailey Scholars program or to request an application, contact Mike Woodson, Admissions Counselor, or Margie Turbyfill, Bailey Pre-Ministerial Program Director.

Dr. Paul H. Wornom Pre-Medicine Fellowship

The $3 million gift from the estate of Dr. Wornom, a 1937 R-MC alumnus, provides pre-med scholarships to two incoming freshmen each year who have demonstrated an interest in pursuing a medical career by gaining medical or community service experience and who excel academically. Wornom Fellows are expected to complete the pre-requisite course work for medical school admission and apply to medical school. Wornom Fellows will have the opportunity to pursue research projects at R-MC, and will work closely with faculty members to develop a research project. They will also have access to and assistance in securing  internship and shadowing opportunities, mentorship by a pre-med advisor throughout their college tenure, and assistance with a Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) course. 

Wornom Fellowships are extremely competitive; successful candidates will be among the top of their graduating high school class with exceptionally strong grades and course selection, as well as very competitive test scores (typically 1400 or above on SAT critical reading and math selections, or 31 or above on ACT).

Jackson Fellowships for Chemistry

The Jackson Fellowship awards scholarship ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 per year to students who plan to major in chemistry at Randolph-Macon College. Students are selected by the chemistry department based on their performance on a chemistry placement exam administered during a Presidential Scholarship interview day. To be eligible, a student must also be the recipient of a Presidential Scholarship; the Jackson Fellowship award will be in addition to the Presidential Scholarship award. Jackson Fellowships are renewable for up to four years, provided the student maintain the academic eligibility of their Presidential Scholarship and remain a chemistry major in good standing.

Robert Epes-Jones Scholarship for Classical Studies

The Robert Epes-Jones Scholarship is award to one or more incoming freshmen who plan to major in classical studies at Randolph-Macon College. Students are selected by the classical studies department based on their high school record and interest in classical studies and/or Latin. To be eligible, a student must also be the recipient of a Presidential Scholarship; the Epes-Jones Scholarship award will be in addition to the Presidential Scholarship award.

Army ROTC Scholarships

Randolph-Macon College offers Army ROTC through the Spider Battalion, headquarted at nearby University of Richmond.  Scholarships for full tuition, a $1,200 annual book stipend, and monthly stipend from $300 to $500 are awarded by U.S. Army Cadet Command to applicants who have demonstrated their attributes as a scholar, athlete, and leader. ROTC Cadets pursue the academic major of their choice and take one Military Science and Leadership course each semester through a cross-enrollment agreement with the University of Richmond while training to become commissioned officers. Upon graduation they will serve as second lieutenants in the active duty Army, Army National Guard, or Army Reserve.

For more information, contact the University of Richmond, Department of Military Science at (804) 287-6066 or visit http://military.richmond.edu/.
 

Private Scholarships

In addition to the scholarships offered by Randolph-Macon, students may be eligible for private scholarships. Search for private scholarships.