2026 Application Guide for Pacific Lutheran University Presidential Scholarships

Scholarship Awarding University:
Pacific Lutheran University

Type of degree:
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

Scholarship Summary:
PLU is awarding several competitive scholarships to domestic freshmen students who have distinguished themselves in their academic studies and have demonstrated significant leadership and service.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must;
i. Have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.8 (weighted), OR
ii. Scored 1310 or higher on the SAT (math and evidence-based reading and writing only), OR Scored 28 or higher on the ACT.
iii. Demonstrated significant leadership and service

Value of Scholarship:
The Presidential Scholarship varies in amount and will be awarded in addition to any merit scholarships students receive.

Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
i. Students must submit their by the deadline
  • Students applying via the Common application will be assessed based on the activities section of the Application
  • A supplement outlining leadership and service during high school will be needed for students using the Automatic Admission or Niche Direct Admission acceptance form.
ii. Students selected for the Presidential Scholarship will be notified by mid-January.

Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Pacific Lutheran University Freshman Scholarship Page.