2026|27 University of Providence Competitive Leadership Scholarships (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 
University of Providence

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

Scholarship Summary: 
University of Providence awards the Leadership Scholarship to outstanding freshmen students (US citizens and residents only) with demonstrated leadership capacity.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must;
i. Obtain a high school GPA higher than 3.0 
ii. Be accepted for admission to the University of Providence
iii. Demonstrate involvement in clubs, activities, or service outside of academics
iv. Demonstrate leadership and service in your high school, community, and church.
v. Have a desire to serve or work in a faith-based capacity after earning your bachelor’s degree.

Value of Scholarship: 
The Competitive Leadership Scholarships are namely as follows; 
1. Spirit of Service Leadership Scholarship: $10,000 annually 
2. Sister Mary Loretta Gately Scholarship for Church Leadership: $10,000 annually

Full-time enrollment, participation in campus activities, on-campus residency and satisfactory academic progress are required to maintain the award through graduation

Scholarship Application Guide: 
To apply for this scholarship, 
1. Complete an Application for Admission
2. Provide supplemental admissions materials.
Provide all supporting materials needed to complete your admissions file, including transcripts and test scores (if applicable). The sooner UP receives these items, the sooner the school can share your admissions decision with you and you'll move forward with your scholarship application.

3. Complete the Leadership and Gately Scholarship Applications within your and send along any supporting scholarship application documents (an essay, resume, professional letter of recommendation) by the deadline. You can also send your documents by physical mail to:
 
University of Providence
Office of Admissions
1301 20th St S
Great Falls, MT 59405

or email: katelyn.marsik@uprovidence.edu

4. Details of the personal interview for selected applicants will be communicated.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the University of Providence Scholarship Page.