Scholarships

Earlham scholarships recognize your abilities or involvement in activities. Scholarship funds do not have to be paid back. You must notify Earlham of any outside scholarships you are receiving from local, corporate or other sources outside of Earlham. Earlham-funded scholarships include, but are not limited to:

Scholarships at a glance…

Art Scholarships

Earlham offers annual scholarships ranging in amount from $1,000 to $2,500 a year for eligible students who major or minor in art.

Earlham also offers the Rariden Scholarship, a $5,000 annual scholarship, to one Indiana student entering Earlham who is interested in pursuing an area within the visual and performing arts.

At a glance

  • For students pursing art
  • Separate application required
  • $1,000 to $5,000 annual scholarships available

Carleton B. Edwards Chemistry Scholarships

The Carleton B. Edwards chemistry scholarships are awarded to outstanding incoming students who plan to major in chemistry or biochemistry. Recipients are chosen by the faculty in the chemistry department based on academic achievement in high school, level of interest in chemistry and their reference letters.

At a glance

  • For students pursuing chemistry or biochemistry
  • Separate application required
  • Scholarships start at $1,000 annually

Community Scholars Program

Earlham College has a long history of engaging students in service and social justice issues. The Community Scholars Program is a four-year, service-based scholarship program that provides a wide range of community engagement opportunities within the city of Richmond. Eligible students have demonstrated a commitment to community service and social justice work throughout high school.

At a glance

  • For students committed to service and social justice
  • Separate application required
  • Scholarships range from $2,000-$5,000 annually

Davis UWC Scholars

We are proud to be a part of the Davis United World College Scholars Program, a major philanthropic force in promoting international understanding. The Davis Scholars Program offers scholarships to graduates of the United World College schools who are enrolling at one of the participating U.S. colleges and universities. Earlham is one of 92 U.S. institutions that receives Davis Scholars funding.

At a glance

  • For graduates of the Davis United World College Scholars
  • No separate application required.
  • Scholarships range from partial scholarships to 50 percent tuition, as well as a $20,000-$40,000 Davis Grant

Earlham Science Scholars Program

The Earlham Science Scholars is a National Science Foundation funded program that provides scholarships, research opportunities, and other mentoring to academically talented Pell-eligible students planning to major in STEM. The goal of this program is to make it easier for you to start your science career by increasing the financial support and career services available to you during your time at Earlham.

At a glance

  • Maximum of $10,000 per year

Heartland Region Scholarships

This scholarship will provide accepted students who live within 150 miles of Earlham with $2,000 each year, for up to four years–that’s an $8,000 scholarship, just for being our neighbor.

At a glance

  • No separate application required
  • Must live within 150 miles of Earlham
  • $2,000 annual scholarship

Hometown Scholarships

Through a partnership with the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce, Earlham is pleased to offer the Hometown Scholarship to students of Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce members.

At a glance

  • For students whose parents or guardians are employed by a member organization of the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce
  • No separate application required
  • $1,000 annual scholarship

INspire Earlham Program

As part of our ongoing efforts to widen the path to a four-year college education, we are offering free tuition to Indiana students whose families are Pell and State of Indiana grant-eligible and earn up to $60,000 per year.

Eligible Indiana students must be accepted to and enroll at Earlham as part of the fall 2022 entering class; file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1, 2022; and be eligible for state (21st Century Scholars, Frank O’Bannon), and federal (Pell, FSEOG) aid. 

At a glance

  • No separate application required
  • For students whose families are eligible for state and federal aid and earn up to $60,000 per year
  • Free tuition

Merit Scholarships

These achievement-based scholarships are renewable for four years at Earlham and are determined by the Office of Admissions based on the application for admission.

At a glance

  • Achievement-based
  • No separate application required
  • Scholarship amounts vary

Music Scholarships

Earlham offers annual scholarships ranging in amount from $1,000 to $2,500 a year for eligible students.

Earlham also offers the Rariden Scholarship, a $5,000 annual scholarship, to one Indiana student entering Earlham who is interested in pursuing an area within the visual and performing arts.

At a glance

  • Separate application required
  • For a student in music
  • $1,000 to $5,000 annual scholarships available

Quaker Fellows Scholarships

This scholarship is available to those with an active interest in the Religious Society of Friends for the duration of their time at Earlham (with required re-enrollment each year based on academic standing).

At a glance

  • Interest-based
  • Separate application required
  • $2,500 annual scholarship

Theatre Arts Scholarships

Earlham offers annual scholarships ranging in amount from $1,000 to $2,500 a year for eligible students.

Earlham also offers the Rariden Scholarship, a $5,000 annual scholarship, to one Indiana student entering Earlham who is interested in pursuing an area within the visual and performing arts.

At a glance

  • Separate application required
  • For a student in theatre arts
  • $1,000 to $5,000 annual scholarships available

More types of aid to help with your journey

Grants

Grants are typically need-based funds provided by the federal or state government. Earlham College also administers its own grant funds, thanks to our generous donors and alumni. Grant funding does not have to be repaid. To be considered for grants, make sure to complete the FAFSA.

Loans

Loans are funds provided by the federal government or financial institutions. Loans must be repaid once you graduate or if you withdraw or drop to less than half-time enrollment. Each academic year, you’ll need to submit the FAFSA to Earlham to be eligible for federal loans. Since the cost of your program paired with the other aid you receive affects your eligibility for any Federal Direct Loan, your eligibility for loans is individually determined by the Earlham College’s Office of Financial Aid.

Student employment

Students who are financially eligible may receive aid via Federal College Work-Study (FCWS) or another work program as part of the financial aid award. If eligible, you have an opportunity to work on campus to help offset your college expenses. Student employment awards are need-based funds, so be sure to complete the FAFSA to be considered.

Financial aid information and resources

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