Scholarships and Grants

Institutional Scholarships and Grants- Fulltime Traditional Students

The Sister Mary Glennon '62 Full-Tuition Scholarship - Eligible students must have a 3.7 GPA, or be ranked in the top 5% of class, and will take part in an essay writing competition (held on several days in late January/early February), and the top scoring students will return to campus in late February for an interview with committee members. Students who receive a SMG scholarship are required to reside in on-campus housing for two academic years.  Click here to learn more about the Sister Mary Glennon '62 Full-Tuition Scholarship

Merit Scholarship - To demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence, the University awards financial assistance to incoming freshmen who have attained outstanding academic records. The annual scholarships are renewable until graduation, provided minimum grade point averages and satisfactory academic progress are maintained. The minimum averages required for retention of the award are outlined in the scholarship notification letter. Annual award amounts range from $10,000 to $23,000 (these amounts include the University’s Residential Grant for students living on campus). Students are automatically given scholarship consideration at time of admission. 

Misericordia Success Grant - To demonstrate its commitment to academic success, the University awards financial assistance to incoming freshmen who show determination and have academic promise. The annual award is renewable until graduation, provided satisfactory academic progress is maintained. The grant is awarded in the amount of $7,000. Students are automatically given consideration of this award at time of admission. 

Residential Grant- (students entering 2023-2024) This award of $3,000 is granted to a student who will reside in on-campus housing. Students who receive this award must maintain satisfactory academic progress and maintain on-campus residency.

Legacy Award - Incoming full-time freshmen who are the children or grandchildren of Misericordia University alumni will receive a $1,000 annual award.

Sibling Grant - A sibling discount of $1,000 per year is available when two or more eligible siblings are concurrently enrolled full time (charged flat rate tuition) at the institution. Award is given to the eldest sibling. If more than two siblings are enrolled, the eldest sibling(s) will receive the Sibling Discount. 

Non Pennsylvania Resident Grant - Out of state students who demonstrate significant financial need and reside on campus will be reviewed for the non-Pennsylvania resident grant. This annual award is renewable provided on-campus residency. Students who receive the Non-PA Grant must maintain satisfactory academic progress and file the FAFSA form each year.

Mission Award- Through its own fund raising effort, Misericordia University provides substantial financial assistance to students who demonstrate significant financial need through Mission Awards. These awards help over 65 percent of Misericordia students meet their University costs. These awards are available to undergraduate full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Awards range yearly depending on need, total cost of attendance, available funds, and other aid received by the student. Students who receive the Mission Award must maintain satisfactory academic progress and file the FAFSA form each year. Changes in Housing status will impact a student's eligibility, which is determined each year.

Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation

Newcombe Scholarship eligibility requirements:

• Man or Woman, age 25 or older
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5
• Demonstrated financial need
• Enrolled full time or part time in a traditional or accelerated undergraduate program
• Completed at least half of the credits towards degree program

Newcombe Scholarships are intended to provide less than the full cost of attendance for the semester or year. Scholarship funds may be credited to the student’s financial aid account and used to cover only standard categories within “cost of attendance,” specifically including tuition, education-related fees, academic textbooks, child care, practice teaching, and internship experience.

Transfer Opportunities- Please view the transfer student scholarship opportunities Click Here.

*Please note that the maximum award for any combination of scholarships and grants is the annual full-time undergraduate tuition. Gift aid cannot be applied towards fees, room, and board charges.*

Federal and State Grants

Federal Pell Grant - This federal program provides grants depending on financial need and educational costs. Students who have not yet completed their first undergraduate degree may be eligible. Eligibility is determined by filing the "Free Application for Federal Student Aid."(FAFSA) All students who seek financial aid from Misericordia University are considered for this grant by filing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant - This federal program is available to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Awards range from $250 to $500 yearly depending on need, available funds and other aid received by the student. Eligibility for these funds is automatically evaluated for all students who complete the FAFSA.

Pennsylvania State Grant (PA State Grant) - The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) determines eligibility and awards grants to Pennsylvania residents. All PA residents must respond to the email sent by PHEAA which will include directions to complete their State Grant status notice at www.pheaa.org. Grant status must be verified at www.pheaa.org or call 1-800-692-7392. Amounts appearing on your financial aid offer letter are only estimates of eligibility. Official notification of state grant eligibility will be emailed from PHEAA to students in May.

Other State Grants - Some states provide grants to their residents which can be used at colleges in other states including PA. These include Ohio, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, West Virginia, Delaware, Washington D.C., and Vermont. Prospective students should contact their high school guidance office or their state higher education office to learn more about their state programs and to obtain applications.

Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant - The TEACH Grant is a program designed for Education majors enrolled in the high need fields of Special Education, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and English as a second language. Incoming first year applicants must have achieved a 3.25 high school grade point average (GPA). Current students must maintain a 3.25 GPA. A TEACH Grant recipient must serve as a full-time teacher in a low-income school for at least four academic years within eight years after completing the course of study. Otherwise, the grant will convert to a Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan that must be repaid. The annual award is $4,000, with aggregates not to exceed $16,000 for undergraduates or $8,000 for graduate students.

As required by the Budget Control Act of 2011 (the sequester law), any TEACH Grant where the first disbursement is on or after October 1, 2021 and before October 1, 2022 requires a reduction of 5.7 percent from the award amount for which the student would otherwise have been eligible.

For more information on the TEACH Grant Eligibility and Requirements, please Click Here.

Federal Work Study - This federal financial aid program is for eligible undergraduate students who have demonstrated financial need from the FAFSA.  Work-study allows student to earn money to cover a portion of educational expenses by working on campus, earning minimum wage. EARNINGS ARE PAID DIRECTLY TO STUDENTS, NOT CREDITED TOWARD PAYING THE SEMESTER BILL.

Part-time Jobs - Some part-time employment is available in the community for students. Students who are interested in part-time employment opportunities in the community should inquire at the Insalaco Center for Career Development.

Scholarship Websites - Students can use web-based scholarship search services to apply for outside scholarships. These searches are free. Please use caution and never pay for a scholarship search. One free scholarship search engine is www.fastweb.com

Additional Scholarship Information - High school seniors should also contact their school guidance counselors for local scholarship information, and be aware of opportunities from local businesses, churches, groups, and organizations.

Please contact the Misericordia University Admissions Office at 1-866-262-6363 for additional information and criteria.

*Please note that the maximum award for any combination of scholarships and grants is the annual full-time undergraduate tuition. Gift aid cannot be applied towards room and board charges.*