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Saint Martin's is dedicated to helping you fund your education. On average, each year we award over $20 million dollars in scholarships — ranging from $100 to full tuition*.

Use our search feature to find institutional and private scholarships and awards (based on your student status or program).

First-year Saint Martin's scholarships

The following anticipated annual awards are based on a holistic review of applications and unweighted cumulative GPA.

GPAScholarship award
4.0 - 3.9$25,000 Chancellor's
3.89 - 3.75$23,000 President's
3.74 - 3.5$22,000 Dean's
3.49 - 3.0.$20,000 Faculty
2.99 - 2.5.$18,000 University
2.49 - below$10,000 Angus McDonald

Transfer Saint Martin's scholarships

The following anticipated annual awards are based on a holistic review of applications and unweighted cumulative GPA of all college work.

GPAScholarship award
4.0 - 3.4$21,000 Trustee's (invitation only)
4.0 - 3.4$16,000 Chancellor's
3.39 - 2.86$13,000 President's
2.85 - below$10,000 University

* Saint Martin’s is now a test optional university. Although we are test-optional, we are still happy to accept and consider SAT or ACT scores as part of your application review. Talk with your admissions counselor about how your test scores can affect your merit award.

* Be sure to include any high school activities, awards, clubs and rigor of your high school curriculum (honors, AP/IB, college in the high school, etc.) on your Saint Martin’s application as merit awards are based on a holistic review of your application.

Institutional scholarships (internal)
Students are not required to submit a separate scholarship application to be considered for most scholarships available through Saint Martin’s University, except where noted. Students who wish to receive need-based financial aid must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA). The financial aid priority application deadline is January 1.

Private scholarships (external)
We encourage students to complete as many outside scholarship applications as possible! We provide a list of current, private scholarships† with separate application processes, updated as we are made aware of them. This select list of scholarships is available through our search feature. Scholarship search engines are an excellent resource for students looking for outside funding. Students can find scholarship search engine hyperlinks available under Private scholarship search engines (external).

Scholarships for international students
International students are not eligible to submit the FAFSA and may only apply to specific scholarships. Please review the eligibility requirements of each scholarship carefully.

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International Student Achievement Award
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*Scholarship amounts are for new entering students only and are subject to change based on availability of funds and student eligibility.
†Saint Martin's does not endorse any private scholarship and is not responsible for the content on any of their websites.

Scholarships & Awards

Act Six

The Act Six program at Saint Martin’s University is an embodiment of our community centered Benedictine values. Saint Martin’s University is proud to partner with Act Six to select a cadre of seven emerging urban and community leaders who have a passion for service and want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home. Students must meet the following requirements:

Eligible students

Students in the Thurston County and Tacoma-Seattle metropolitan area

Amount

Full tuition plus full need

Applications

Applications must be submitted by the Nov. 6 deadline. Visit www.actsix.org for more information. Your Act Six application serves as your application to Saint Martin’s University.

Apply to Act Six

Act Six Scholarship recipients are required to travel to Tacoma or Seattle every week for leadership training.

Contact

Office of Admissions
Call: 360-438-4596 and 800-368-8803
Text: 360-810-5093
admissions@stmartin.edu

Alumni and Friends Scholarship

Internal scholarship offered by Saint Martin's University

Eligible students

Incoming first-year and transfer students

Brief description

Alumni, parents, and friends of the University use this form to award potential first-year or transfer students who you believe will thrive in and contribute to the Saints community for an annual, renewable $1,000 tuition award. Recommendation form must be received in the Office of Admission before the student begins classes at Saint Martin’s University.

Award a potential first-year or transfer student

America's Service Heroes Scholarship

Internal scholarship offered by Saint Martin's University

Eligible students

  • Scholarship awards from the fund should be made to undergraduate, matriculated students enrolled in Saint Martin’s-JBLM programs who are making satisfactory progress toward a baccalaureate degree and who are in priority order
  • Members of the Wounded Warrior Project/ Warrior Transition Battalion
  • Active duty military personnel or members of the Military Reserve or National Guard (even if not on active duty), or family members of people in one of the above categories
  • In addition, recipients must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA
  • Recipients should exhibit the special characteristics that are a part of the Saint Martin’s mission and that make Saint Martin’s-JBLM a special community of learners.
  • Recipients discharged from their service component during the term of this scholarship must have been discharged under honorable conditions

Brief description

In the spirit of Saint Martin's commitment to service and community, Saint Martin's-JBLM is pleased to award a number of scholarships each year. America's Credit Union (ACU) and Major (Retired) Richard B. (Doc) Hecker created this scholarship to assist military service members and their families who are pursuing bachelor's degrees at the University. Recipients are selected on the bases of merit, service, and the quality of the written application.

Deadline for application

July 1

Contact

SMUELD@stmartin.edu

McChord Air Force Base: Mercedes Garrido

Fort Lewis: Cruz Arroyo

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American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) scholarships

The American Association of College of Nursing maintains a data base of scholarships, grants and loan forgiveness programs that are specific to nursing.  

View scholarships and financial aid opportunities from AACN

Angus McDonald Grant

The Angus McDonald Grant is a $5,000 per year award offered by Saint Martin’s which is renewable for four years. First-year merit awards are based on a combination of high school GPA, class rank, course rigor, and community service and leadership. Students admitted with the Angus McDonald Grant are on a case by case basis.

Eligible students

First-year students only

Eligibility is determined at time of admission

Contact

Office of Admissions
Call: 360-438-4596 and 800-368-8803
Text: 360-810-5093
admissions@stmartin.edu

Army ROTC Scholarship

Room and board provided by Saint Martin's University

Eligible students

First-year or transfer students

Brief description

Pacific Lutheran University is the host college for senior Army ROTC in the south sound region. PLU allows full-time students to cross-enroll and take military science classes for a $50 fee. Saint Martin's students do not need to apply to PLU. The Army ROTC Scholarship covers 100 percent of tuition and fees.

Book allowance is $1,200 per year, and the monthly ROTC stipend is: $420 for first-year, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Students at Saint Martin's who are receiving an Army ROTC scholarship are eligible to receive Saint Martin's room and board. Eligibility is evaluated at the beginning of each semester and the student must be living on campus. The scholarship is capped at the University's double room rate and the silver meal plan.

Deadline for application

  • Current high school seniors must create an account with “GoArmy” before January 10 of the academic year they wish to join Army ROTC. All documents must be uploaded and interview conducted before Feb. 28.
  • Current high school juniors must apply after June 12 because high school seniors have priority. Juniors are encouraged to apply ASAP so they are among the first seniors considered for the next academic school year.
  • Transfer students must contact Danl A. Connelly to set up an interview.

Who to contact for additional information

Danl A. Connelly, GS
Army ROTC Career Counselor/Scholarship Officer
Pacific Lutheran University
124th St, Memorial Gymnasium
253-535-8740
Email
PLU ROTC

Links to application process

  1. First, Create a GO ARMY account.
  2. Second, complete the four year army ROTC scholarship application.
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Athletic Talent Award

Internal scholarship offered by Saint Martin's University

Eligible students

First-year, graduate, international or transfer students

Brief description

Students participating in our NCAA Division II athletic program may be eligible for an award. Awards are determined and offered by each coach and are done in strict compliance with NCAA regulations.

There is no application process. Scholarship is determined and awarded by each coach.

Contact

Athletics Program Specialist
360-438-4305

Benedictine Scholarship (holistic merit)

Internal scholarship offered by Saint Martin's University

Eligible students

Chancellor's and President's Merit Scholarship recipients

Brief description

The Benedictine Scholarship is an invitation-only scholarship that is awarded to students annually in order to explore the meaning and application of Benedictine values. Benedictine Scholars are awarded a $10,000 annual scholarship that is renewable for four years of an undergraduate degree.

Students who are invited to interview for the Benedictine Scholarship are those students whose superior academic records are matched by their leadership experiences, their contributions to the life of their school or faith communities, and their service to individuals and groups. Students are notified of their candidacy by their admission counselors.

Eligibility is determined at time of admission

Office of Admissions
Call: 360-438-4596 and 800-368-8803
Text: 360-810-5093
admissions@stmartin.edu

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Betti Foundation Scholarship

A nursing scholarship in memory of Virginia Stripling

The Bruno & Evelyne Betti Fund’s mission is to advance academic scholarship in nursing.

Amount

Awards are based on financial need and range from $500 to $1000. 

Eligibility

Awards are based on a combination of scholarship (GPA), need (FAFSA), and overall potential contribution to the nursing profession.

Apply for the Betti Foundation Scholarship

Campus Visit Award

Internal scholarship offered by Saint Martin's University

Eligible students

Propsective students

Brief description

Prospective students that visit campus either through an Open House or a formalized campus visit are eligible to receive a $500 non-renewable award upon enrollment.

Schedule your campus visit with our Admissions office to receive this award. 

Visit Saint Martin's

Who to contact for additional information

Office of Admissions
Call: 360-438-4596 and 800-368-8803
Text: 360-810-5093
admissions@stmartin.edu

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