Types of Scholarships Awarded
First-year applicants do not need to apply separately for most Trinity scholarships. All applicants are automatically considered for these awards as part of the admission process. Some specialized scholarships may require additional steps.
Trinity awards merit-based scholarships to students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, drive, and a commitment to purposeful learning. Scholarships are often combined with grants, student employment, and loans to create a personalized financial plan that supports your education.
Merit-Based Scholarships
Your application for admission also serves as your application for merit scholarship consideration. Merit scholarships are awarded for academic achievement and range from $12,000–$35,000 annually.
Talent and Special Interest Scholarships
These scholarships recognize achievement in areas such as the arts, debate, leadership, and other special interests.
Tuition Exchange Scholarships
Programs for eligible families and partner institutions.
Featured Scholarships
Scholarships at Trinity recognize more than academic success. They reflect how you think, engage, and contribute.
Trinity Tower Scholarship
Up to 20 full-tuition scholarships are awarded to entering first-year students who receive top merit scholarships and are invited to participate at the Trinity Tower Scholars Day (TTSD) competition. Invitations to TTSD are issued to students in the top portion of the applicant pool.
Semmes Distinguished Scholars in Science Scholarship
Full-tuition scholarship for students interested in studying STEM fields at Trinity. This scholarship includes a $5,000 stipend to be used for research support, professional travel, materials, and supplies.
Music Scholarship
Music scholarships are awarded to incoming first-year students based on musical ability. Awards are available to music majors and non-majors in voice, composition, and a variety of instrumental areas.
Baker Duncan Theatre Scholarship
Baker Duncan Theatre Scholarships are awarded to meritorious incoming first-year students who are interested in all aspects of theatre, including performance, directing, design, theatre management, and theatre scholarship.
Baker Duncan Art Scholarship
Baker Duncan Art Scholarships are awarded to meritorious incoming first-year and transfer students who plan to pursue a major in studio art. Awards are competitive, merit-based, and renewable.
Baker Duncan Debate Scholarship
Baker Duncan Debate Scholarships are awarded to talented incoming first-year students who plan to join and remain active in Trinity’s Debate program. Awards are competitive, merit-based, and renewable.
Storer and Tillman Christian Leadership Scholarship
The Storer and Tillman Christian Leadership Scholarship is a renewable, need-based award for incoming first-year and transfer students who want to develop their leadership skills in the context of their faith.
Murchison Scholarship
Murchison scholarships are offered to students with distinguished scholastic records. Select Murchison recipients are invited to compete for up to 20 full tuition scholarships during Trinity Tower Scholars Day or Semmes Scholars Day.
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Each January, the Scholarship Fund seeks applications. Applications are due January 25. The scholarship is awarded annually by the Scholarship Committee and considers all applications from qualified persons without regard to sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status. The award(s) from The Trinity University Women’s Club Endowed Scholarship Fund may be given to one or more eligible recipients and award amounts can vary.
Veterans and their dependents with Yellow Ribbon status will receive a full-tuition scholarship to Trinity. The Veterans' Administration will cover half of the scholarship. Trinity will match the Veterans' Administration contribution.
The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation—the federal memorial to our thirty-third President—awards merit-based scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service. Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, participate in leadership development activities, and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government.
Among other factors being evaluated, a minimum recalculated core GPA of 3.5 is expected to be competitive for these awards.
Trustees’ scholarships are offered to students with distinguished scholastic records.
Participating institutions' employees’ dependents can be considered for full scholarships at Trinity. Awards are limited to space availability.
Participating ACS institutions' employees’ dependents can be considered for full scholarships at Trinity. Awards are limited to space availability.
Rice employees’ dependents can be considered for full tuition scholarships at Trinity. Awards are limited to space availability.
These scholarships were established by an endowment gift in honor of professor Jacob Uhrich, a former faculty member in the Department of Biology. The scholarship provides financial assistance to worthy biology majors with demonstrated financial need.
Veterans and their dependents with Yellow Ribbon status will receive a full-tuition scholarship to Trinity. The Veterans' Administration will cover half of the scholarship. Trinity will match the Veterans' Administration contribution.
Four students are nominated from each San Antonio-area high school, and winners are granted scholarships based on academic standing.