The Bonner Leader program at Elizabethtown College provides student participants with dynamic and meaningful opportunities to develop and expand their commitment to service, leadership qualities, civic engagement, and social justice.   View more information about the Bonner Scholarship .

The Stamps Scholars Program recognizes and rewards exceptional students who exemplify leadership, perseverance, scholarship, service, overcoming obstacles and innovation. Stamps Scholars receive an award meeting 100% of the total cost of tuition plus access to an enrichment fund which can be used for study abroad, internship support, community/civic engagement opportunities and other qualified educational activities. This prestigious scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters. Students must submit a completed application to Elizabethtown College by January 15 to be eligible for this scholarship; interviews are encouraged. Learn more about the Stamps Scholarship .

Mosaic Award winners have a demonstrated commitment to valuing and fostering the diversity reflected in their community and in the bigger world beyond. They have sought opportunities to both seek and provide perspective in conversations and activity related to race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, gender, gender identity and expression, age, and national origin. Elizabethtown expects Mosaic Award winners to continue to contribute in similar ways during their time on campus. All accepted students are considered for the Mosaic Award. Learn more about the Mosaic Award .

At Elizabethtown College, relationships are important. Relationships that develop between students, faculty, staff, and alumni are a large part of what makes the College distinct. Elizabethtown recognizes the relationship legacy students have with our community by awarding a Legacy Scholarships to accepted students who are children or grandchildren of Elizabethtown alumni. This scholarship is renewable for up to a total of four year (8 regular consecutive semesters), provided the student remains in good academic standing and has a favorable disciplinary record as defined by the  Student Handbook .

These grants are available to students who demonstrate financial need. A student must apply annually to be considered for this grant. This money is an outright grant to the student and does not have to be repaid. This aid is listed as a credit on the College bill. The receipt of additional institutional awards/aid, outside scholarships/aid or a change in residential status may impact this amount. The Trustee Grant may be swapped dollar-for-dollar for a named endowed scholarship.

These awards are available to students who are active members of the Church of the Brethren when they are admitted to the College. This money is an outright award to the student and does not have to be repaid. This aid is listed as a credit on the College bill.

These scholarships are awarded to first-year and transfer students who are outstanding performing musicians who meet the challenges of Elizabethtown's academic environment. Scholarships are open to music and non-music majors. Awards are renewable for four years. Scholarship winners must participate in a College music ensemble identified by the College and take private music lessons for credit in their primary performing areas to maintain their scholarships. Students must receive "pass" grades in the ensembles and no less than "B-" in the lessons to remain eligible for the scholarship.  Music Scholarship Auditions and Information.

Elizabethtown College offers dozens of endowed scholarships, each with different requirements. These could be based on major, year of study or interest.

Transfer students are eligible for all merit-based scholarships (with the exception of the Stamps Scholarship) and may also qualify for the renewable Transfer Scholarship. Additionally, members of PTK can apply for the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, which provides an additional $1,000 per academic year.

Contact Lily Nardozzi, Coordinator of Transfer Recruitment or at 717-361-1162 for more information or information regarding your eligibility for specific scholarships.

Beginning in 2022, this renewable scholarship is awarded to all new, full-time transfer students who enroll through the traditional day program. No separate application is required. Contact Lily Nardozzi, Coordinator of Transfer Recruitment or at 717-361-1162 for more information.

Qualified International Students are eligible for an Elizabethtown College International Student Scholarship for their four years at the College. To learn more about this opportunity, contact  the Office of International Students.

These scholarships are awarded to incoming students who reside outside of the state of Pennsylvania. The award is renewable for four years (eight regular consecutive semesters).

The  Hatch a Jay program  is a community referral program, where community members are encouraged to refer prospective students who they believe would be a good fit for the Blue Jay community. Currently enrolled students at the college are not eligible to make referrals.

These grants are funded by the Federal Government on the basis of its financial need formula. This grant does not have to be repaid. This aid is listed as a credit on the College bill.

These federally funded grants are need-based awards, granted through Elizabethtown College. These grants are given to students with extremely high financial need. This money is an outright grant to the student and does not have to be repaid. This aid is listed as a credit on the College bill.

A Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died in the line of duty while serving as a public safety officer is eligible, under the Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship, to receive a maximum Federal Pell Grant award. If you feel you may be eligible, please contact the Office of Financial Aid to discuss next steps and documentation needed.

Elizabethtown College, in conjunction with the Veterans/Military Education State Approving Agency, manages veterans education benefits for students attending Elizabethtown College. Visit Registration and Records to find more information about the certifying officials and frequently asked questions.

These funds are awarded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on the basis of its financial need formula. Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) must have received your FAFSA results prior to May 1 to be eligible. The figure shown is only an estimate of your award. You will receive a confirmation notice from PHEAA. This is a grant which does not have to be repaid. PHEAA limits students to 8 semesters of Pennsylvania State Grant eligibility. Students with Pennsylvania State Grants must advance a minimum of 24 credits per academic year in order to maintain eligibility. This aid is listed as a credit on the College bill. Note: Late state grants received reduce institutional need-based gift aid by 100%.

Pennsylvania Summer State Grant:

To be eligible for the Pennsylvania Summer State Grant Program, you must be enrolled at least half-time (defined as at least six credits per semester) and be enrolled in at least 5 weeks worth of courses. Students must submit an application to PHEAA to determine if they are eligible. Summer Pennsylvania State Grants will be credited to eligible student accounts at the end of summer. You will  not  receive this funding at the beginning of the summer session(s) so all students must plan accordingly.

Please note, a Summer Pennsylvania State Grant is included in the maximum number of payments for which a student may be eligible. By law, students are limited to the number of Pennsylvania State Grant payments needed to complete the program in which they are enrolled. All eligible students are limited to the equivalent of four academic year State Grant awards (8 total semesters).  Using the grant during the semester can take away potential fall or spring eligibility later.

To complete the application and learn additional information about the Pennsylvania Summer State Grant Program, please click  here.

This is a program that provides a tuition waiver for eligible youth who are or have been in foster care and are seeking access to a postsecondary education. For more information, please visit the Fostering Independence Tuition Waiver Program.