Fall 2026 Arcadia University Distinguished Scholarship (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 
Arcadia University

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will be reviewed on an ongoing basis  

Scholarship Summary: 
The Arcadia University Distinguished Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that recognizes academic excellence, outstanding leadership, and community service of first-year applicants (domestic and international). 

First-year students are evaluated on their grades, SAT/ACT scores (if submitted), high school grades, high school rank (if applicable), and involvement.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 
There are no set criteria for consideration but past recipients were in the top 35% of applicants.

Value of Scholarship: 
The scholarship award amount goes up to $30,500 and is renewable annually.

Scholarship Application Guide: 
There is no special application required; all students who apply for full-time will be automatically reviewed.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Arcadia Freshman Scholarship Page.