ESU Merit-Based Institutional Scholarships for Fall 2025
The Office of Admissions automatically reviews candidates for merit award eligibility during the admission application process. If eligible for a merit-based scholarship, you will receive a scholarship notice following your acceptance. All merit scholarship amounts will be included in your financial aid award letter.
Scholarships are provided on a funds-available basis, so apply for admission early.
Merit Scholarship
Incoming freshman and transfer students could be eligible based on their academic performance at their previous educational institution.
How to Apply
No need to apply! You are automatically considered when your admissions application is submitted to ESU and processed. Late applicants will be considered on a funds-available basis.
Renewal Criteria
Scholarships can be renewed every year by earning 30 credits per academic year with a qualifying GPA.
Have Questions?
Office of Admissions at admission@esu.edu or (570) 422-3542
Financial aid at fa@esu.edu or (570) 422-2800 option #1
ESU Foundation Offers
The ESU Foundation offers additional scholarship opportunities to some new students and continuing students. Scholarship eligibility and deadlines vary.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Band Audition Scholarships
Available to first-time Pennsylvania students who join the Warrior Marching Band.
Awards (amounts per year)
50% Tuition discount
If you would like more information about the program or the 4-year renewable scholarship, please feel free to contact bhodge1@esu.edu.
All other scholarship opportunities can be found on the ESU Scholarships page.
