Washington Scholars Program

The Washington Scholars Program was developed to provide the benefits of a Washington College education to students who may not otherwise have the opportunity because of substantial financial need. Washington Scholars receive full tuition and fees, as well as room and board. This program seeks high-performing students who are passionate about and dedicated to their academic and extracurricular pursuits. While relieving financial concerns is a major benefit, the College recognizes that there is more to a transformative college experience than financial resources; hence, Washington Scholars is a program, not merely a scholarship.

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Presidential Scholarships

Available only to admitted students who are invited to join Presidential Fellows.

Presidential Fellows candidates have the opportunity to apply for additional scholarships, ranging from the highly-selective George Washington Signature Scholarship — a full-tuition, four-year scholarship available to one (1) student — to the selective Francis Waters Scholarship — an up to $5,000 tuition scholarship available to multiple students.

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Presidential Fellows programs and scholarships are invitation only. 

The Cincinnatus Scholarship

Three (3) $2,500 scholarships — awarded through the Institute of Religion, Politics and Culture at Washington College — are renewable and awarded annually to three admitted students per year with strong interests in the study of religion’s influence on American and world history and its contemporary importance for cultural and political life. Additionally, one (1) scholarship recipient is awarded an extra $5,000 stipend for experiential learning opportunities.

Through experiential learning opportunities such as the Oxford Research Seminar and the Cincinnatus Leadership Scholars Program, among many others, the Institute of Religion, Politics and Culture helps students explore a range of pressing issues facing contemporary society and the enduring value of America’s founding principles.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

The Constance Stuart Larrabee Scholarship

Incoming students with proven talent in visual art, music, dance, or theatre are encouraged to submit a portfolio of work to compete for the Constance Stuart Larrabee Scholarship. Larrabee scholarships are renewable for up to four years, provided the recipient maintains a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Recipients are strongly encouraged to participate in campus opportunities related to the visual and performing arts, but do not need to declare a major or minor in the arts in order to keep this scholarship.

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Fourteen (14) tuition scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 divided among the various disciplines will be offered,  renewable annually for four year.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

Eastern Shore Society Scholarship

Admitted students from Maryland's Eastern Shore or of Eastern Shore heritage who are interested in a major in environmental science or studies are encouraged to apply for the Eastern Shore Society Scholarship.

Learn More about the Chesapeake Semester

Three (3) $3,000 tuition scholarships will be offered, renewable annually for four years. Additionally, each of the three chosen scholarship recipients will receive a one-time grant of $2,000 to offset the cost of the Chesapeake Semester.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

The Environment & Society Fellowship

Admitted students who are interested in exploring environmental science or studies as a major, minor, or area of focus are encouraged to apply for the Environment and Society Fellowship.

Learn more about the Center for Environment & Society

A total of twelve (12) $3,000 tuition schlolarships will be made, renewable annually for four years. 

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

The Eirik A. T. Blom Ornithology Scholarship

Admitted students who have experience as birders, wildlife enthusiasts, or conservationists are encouraged to apply for The Eirik A. T. Blom Ornithology Scholarship.

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A total of three (3) $1,500 tuition scholarships will be made, renewable annually for four years.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

Sophie Kerr Gifts in English Literature

The Sophie Kerr Scholarship, renewable annually, offers funds to students interested in English, Creative Writing, or Journalism, Editing & Publishing. Sophie Kerr scholars also get the chance to take full advantage of everything Washington College has to offer aspiring writers: one-on-one mentorship with award-winning writers, a thriving community of student writers from every discipline, and guidance from professors who are themselves publishing journalists, novelists, poets, and scholars.

Learn more about Sophie Kerr Scholarships

A total of fourteen (14) tuition scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 will be made, renewable annually for four years. The English Department faculty selects the scholarship finalists. Details on the portfolio submission will be shared with admitted students in January.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

Tim Maloney Theatre Scholarship

Incoming students are invited to audition for the Tim Maloney Theatre Scholarship, renewable annually. Students should make note of their interest in theatre scholarships on their admissions application.

Learn more about the Department of Theatre & Dance

A total of three (3) scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $7,500 will be made, renewable annually for four years.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

Quill & Compass Scholarships

Admitted students who are interested in exploring History, Political Science, Communications and Media Studies, Pre-Law, or American Studies as a major, minor, or area of focus are encouraged to apply for the Quill & Compass Scholarship.

Quill & Compass recipients are also considered for special opportunities such as internships, and are invited to participate in unique opportunities and lectures.

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A total of ten (10) tuition scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 will be made, renewable annually for four years.

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Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

Toll Fellows Program*

Toll Apprentices assist faculty and senior Toll Fellows in their original research, attend small group discussions with faculty and visiting speakers, visit regional research facilities, and tour federal laboratories.

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*Toll Fellows recipients are not awarded additional scholarship upon acceptance into the program. 

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Application Deadline: April 26, 2024