Scholarships

Financial Aid

Bursar

89% of first-time, full-time Vincennes University students receive financial assistance

in the form of grants and/or scholarships to help pay for college.

academic scholarships

foundation scholarships

housing scholarships

Dollars for Scholars

senior citizens Scholars

OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS

VINCENNES UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Vincennes University offers 4 academic scholarships: Academic or Technical Honors Diploma, Blue and Gold, Presidential, and Valedictorian/Salutatorian.

New students must complete the admissions application and requirements. All students must file the FAFSA each academic year. Recipients are eligible for only one Academic scholarship per academic year (fall and spring semesters only, summer is not included). These scholarships are not program-specific.

The award is contingent upon enrollment at Vincennes University and meeting all criteria for the specific scholarship awarded. All final high school transcripts for scholarship recipients will be verified and awards will be rescinded if scholarship criteria are not met. Recipients of the academic scholarships will be notified via email.

For recipients living on-campus, this scholarship will pay up to 18 credit hours of tuition and fees*, standard housing*, and choice of meal plan*.–OR— For commuter recipients, it will pay up to 18 credit hours of tuition and fees* plus a $500-semester stipend and a $500-semester book voucher to the VU Old Post bookstore.
*The following are NOT covered by this scholarship and will be the recipient’s responsibility:
- Lab fees associated with the flight program, courses, or tests.
- Housing charges above the standard rate for Vanderburgh, Ebner, or Clark Hall.
- The additional cost for a private room.
- Flex dollars are not covered if added to any meal plan.

Recipient of the Indiana Academic Honors or Technical Honors diploma (or out-of-state equivalent) from high school.
Class rank must be first or second of the graduating class.
Additional SAT or ACT requirements may apply for students with a high school class of 30 or fewer students.
Must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more).
GPA of 3.3 or above is required and must be maintained at all times during the scholarship period, 4 semesters toward an associate degree, and 4 additional semesters for a baccalaureate degree.
High school graduate within the prior 18 months.
Award amounts may vary. Student’s other educational scholarships and grants will be taken into consideration.

VINCENNES UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

We’ve made applying simple for everyone! Your application process for admission to VU contains the information we need to determine if you meet the criteria for our VU Foundation scholarships. If you receive a scholarship from the Foundation, the Financial Aid Office will notify you via email and provide the instructions on how to accept your scholarship.

To see a listing of VU Foundation scholarships and criteria for each, click the link below.

All scholarship applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the FAFSA - (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) every year.

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA

Housing Scholarship

The Residential Housing Scholarship offers $1,500 for the 2025-2026 academic year, which translates to $750 per semester, for incoming and returning domestic students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

To apply, students must submit a housing application before the deadline date. Those receiving financial aid must also be in good standing under Standards of Academic Progress. The scholarship exclusively covers accommodation within VU residence halls, including Clark Hall, Godare Hall, Vigo Hall, and Ebner Hall. Apartments, including the French Quarters, do not qualify for this scholarship program. Interested applicants should contact the VU Admissions office for the scholarship deadline date.

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Female and Male student studying on Vincennes University campus

Outside Scholarships

In addition to the scholarships offered directly by Vincennes University, students are encouraged to explore external scholarship opportunities to further support their educational expenses. Numerous private organizations, foundations, and corporations offer scholarships based on various criteria such as academic achievement, community service, leadership, and specific fields of study. It's important to pay close attention to application deadlines and specific eligibility requirements for each scholarship.

Help & Resources

CONTACT INFORMATION

Financial Aid Office
FA@VINU.EDU
812-888-4361

Scholarship Information
VUSCHOLARSHIPS@VINU.EDU
812-888-4510
877-300-6992

Scholarships

Scholarships

89% of first-time, full-time Vincennes University students receive financial assistance

in the form of grants and/or scholarships to help pay for college.

VINCENNES UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

ACADEMIC OR TECHNICAL HONORS DIPLOMA SCHOLARSHIP

BLUE AND GOLD ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

VINCENNES UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Housing Scholarship

Outside Scholarships

Dollars for Scholars

Indiana Senior Citizen Tuition Program

CONTACT INFORMATION