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Grants & Scholarships

Grants and scholarships don’t have to be paid back and are a great way to help pay for college. They are usually awarded based on a number of different factors, including financial need and academic merit.

In addition to the ones listed below, you’ll want to research other sources of grants and scholarships.

How to Get Aid

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Federal

The U.S. Department of Education offers a vast amount of money to BJU students pursuing undergraduate degrees. You apply for federal aid by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

You’ll want to apply for federal aid as soon as possible. The FAFSA opens on Oct. 1 every year, so you can begin it the year before you plan to enter college. Learn more about the FAFSA.

If you’re applying for federal aid, you should review the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAP) for Federal Student Financial Aid: Undergraduate | Graduate.

Pell Grant

up to$7,395

based on financial need as determined by your FAFSA

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

$550

Exceptional financial need
Must also be eligible for Pell Grant

Amounts shown are for the 2024–25 academic year and have been confirmed by the Federal Department of Education.

Amounts shown are based on full time enrollment (12 credits).

South Carolina Residents

The following grants are available for qualifying South Carolina residents. You must submit an Affidavit of Eligibility each year for all South Carolina grants and scholarships. LIFE and HOPE scholarship applicants must also submit a Certification Form along with the affidavit.

Palmetto Fellows Scholarship

up to$6,700

for freshman; based on academic merit

up to$7,500

for sophomores and above; based on academic merit

up to$10,000

for math and science students (sophomore and above); based on academic merit


Palmetto Fellows qualify for the BJU Fellows Scholarship

South Carolina LIFE Scholarship

up to$5,000

based on academic merit

up to$7,500

for math and science students (sophomore and above); based on academic merit

South Carolina HOPE Scholarship

$2,800

for freshmen; based on academic merit

South Carolina Tuition Grant

up to$4,700

based primarily on financial need (requires a FAFSA)

Eligibility is based on full time enrollment of at least 12 credits. For continuing eligibility there are specific yearly credit requirements.

BJU — 2024-25

As a new first-year student, you are automatically considered for BJU aid once you finish the admission application process.

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Studying in the School of Theology & Global Leadership? Do you have a parent in full-time ministry? Did either of your parents graduate from BJU?

Total BJU Aid

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Estimated BJU Scholarship
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Estimate your cost and aid

Estimate only. Official aid is applied for through the FAFSA and communicated to admitted students through a financial aid offer.

BJU Scholarships

Academic Scholarship

up to$11,000

Based on academic performance

School of Theology & Global Leadership Scholarship

$2,000

Studying a theology program

Legacy Scholarship

$1,500

2 parents – BJU grads

$1,000

1 parent – BJU grad

Ministry Scholarship

$2,000

Parent employed full-time in a Christian ministry


S.C. Students

BJU Fellows Scholarship (South Carolina Students)

For South Carolina students who qualify for the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program from the stateCombining your entire aid packageQualifying students pay $0 in tuition.

Students are responsible for books, fees and room and board (if applicable).

S.C. Pell Promise (South Carolina Students)

For South Carolina students who qualify for the South Carolina LIFE Scholarship and the Federal Pell GrantCombining your entire aid packageQualifying students pay $0 in tuition.

Students are responsible for books, fees and room and board (if applicable).


Need-Based Scholarships

To be considered for need-based funds, a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required. Awards are based on financial need.


BJU Financial Aid Terms and Conditions

If you have any questions, email the Financial Aid Office.