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2026-27 Huntington University Horizon Leadership Award (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s 

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

Scholarship Summary: 
Each year, the Horizon Leadership Program awards a select number of full-tuition and partial-tuition scholarships to domestic students from underrepresented populations, as well as to students who demonstrate a clear commitment to intercultural understanding, reconciliation, and community belonging.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
In order to be eligible for the Horizon Leadership Scholarship, a student must:
i. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
ii. Demonstrate commitment to Christ-Centered Diversity through leadership, service, or bridge-building across diverse communities.
iii. Show strong academic achievement in pre-college coursework evidenced by having at least a 3.0 GPA.
iv. Provide evidence of Christian faith.
v. Express a desire to engage meaningfully in multicultural contexts while at Huntington University.
vi. Demonstrate financial need.

Value of Scholarship: 
The Horizon Leadership Scholarship is valued as follows;
ii. Two students will receive full-ride scholarships that cover tuition, standard fees, room and board.
ii. Applicants who do not receive the full scholarship will receive a $5,000 in addition to their academic scholarship.

Renewal
In order to renew a Horizon Leadership Scholarship, 
  1. Students must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, submit a community service log by the last day of each semester, and must be in good standing with the Center for Spiritual Formation and Intercultural Enrichment, and Student Development Office. 
  2. Students renewing full scholarships must submit their FAFSA by April 15 each year.

Scholarship Application Guide: 
To apply, applicants must:
Be accepted for admission to HU by the deadline.
Apply for the online by the deadline.
Submit their FAFSA by April 15.
Submit two references online (one mentor, one peer).
Selected applicants will be invited to attend an interview day on February 7, 2026 with the committee.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Huntington University Horizon Leadership Scholarship Page.