CANTON, MO – Culver-Stockton College announces a new scholarship opportunity for transfer students called the Transfer for Excellence Scholarship Competition. The college will be accepting applications through Thursday, April 17. This prestigious initiative is designed to support exceptionally talented students who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, leadership potential, and a commitment to thriving in both the rigorous academic environment and the broader world beyond college.
To be considered for the Transfer for Excellence Competition, applicants must fir meet the following requirements: be admitted to Culver-Stockton College as a first-time student, maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale, a complete the C-SC Leadership Form on MyCulver.com. Transfer applicants must be in the process of completing two full-time semesters, at a transfer institution or anticipated completion of an associate’s degree. All eligible candidates will be invited to participate in a competitive selection process. The selection process will include a campus visit with a Wildcat Ambassador, attendance at a session with the Scholar Committee, and submission of an essay on a multi-faceted current event, as assigned by the Scholar Committee.
“Our new Transfer for Excellence scholarship awardee receives full tuition coverage (awarded annually at the tuition value of their first year at C-SC). The scholarship awarded annually to one highly qualified student admitted to Culver-Stockton Colle as a transfer student,” stated Director of Admission Eric Kniel. This competitive scholarship program is intended for students who embody the qualities of resilience, intellectual curiosity, and leadership—traits that will help them excel both in the classroom and in their careers after graduation.
“The Transfer for Excellence and our Honors Scholars Program offer high-performing students immersive enrichment opportunities in leadership, creativity, service, and research. We encourage our students to become involved in fine arts, athletics, stude life, and Greek life as they develop the leadership skills unique to them,” Haidee Heaton, Honors Program Director and Fine, Applied, and Literary Arts Division Associate Chair.
Alyvia Wagner, transfer student, testifies to her experience transferring to the College She states, “After meeting with faculty members, I felt like they really cared about me and my education, and that they would help lead me in the best direction.”
Candidates not awarded the Transfer for Excellence Scholarship may still qualify for up to an additional $1,000 in scholarship aid, making this opportunity an excellent path for academically gifted students who are committed to excellence.
For more information on the Transfer for Excellence Scholarship, including how to apply, please visit culver.edu or contact the Admissions Office at 800-537-1883 admission@culver.edu.
About Culver-Stockton College
Culver-Stockton College, situated on 140 acres in Canton, Missouri, atop The Hill overlooking the Mississippi River, was founded in 1853 by members of the Disciples of Christ Church. Today, more than 1,000 students from around the world shape their futures in academic excellence with opportunities in 80 majors and minors, four graduate programs, 19 NAIA inter-collegiate athletics, 35 diverse student organizations, and many campus-life events.
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