Scholarships
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Incoming Students
All incoming traditional students may be considered for the scholarships listed below, provided they meet the qualifications for each. Students are only considered once they have been admitted to Point University and have filled out the necessary application (if required).
All institutional scholarships listed below may only be applied to tuition and required fees (not room and board). Additionally, all not available for student athletes and marching band participants. However, many student athletes may be considered for merit-based scholarship in addition to athletic/talent scholarship. For additional information regarding athletic/talent scholarship, please contact the program coach/director.
If you have any questions not addressed on this page, please contact the Admission Office at 706-385-1202.
Founders Scholarship
Students seeking enrollment at Point are only considered for the Founder’s Scholarship when they have met the following qualifications:
- Must be an incoming first-year student and must live on campus each term enrolled.
- Possess a 3.5 GPA in high school coursework
- Possess a combined SAT score of 1310 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math) and an ACT score of 27
- Provide a written essay about why a Point University education is important and why he or she desires to attend the University
The scholarship covers room and board*, as well as all tuition and fees and is available for two students each year. The Founder’s Scholarship is renewable based on a 3.5 cumulative GPA at Point for a maximum of four years.
Two scholarships will be awarded are awarded on a rolling basis. Athletic/Marching Skyhawk participants do not qualify for this scholarship.
*Scholarship covers 15-meal plan. Student will be required to pay difference if 19-meal plan is selected
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, and determinations will be made the semester before your start date. Apply here.
Merit-Based Scholarship
All students seeking enrollment at Point are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships when they complete the regular admission process. These scholarship amounts vary and are based on high-school/transfer GPA and SAT-I/ACT scores.
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, and determinations will be made the semester before your start date.
Byron and Katie Cartwright Music Scholarship
Music scholarships are available for a limited number of talented students. Scholarships are based on a student’s audition and application. Please refer to the Music Scholarship Application Form for full details on this process.
Scholarship values range depending on student talent, need and availability. Contact Fine Arts at 706-385-1049 or by email.
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, and determinations will be made the semester before your start date.
DCE Transition Honors Scholarship
Students who complete at least 12 hours of Point University credit with at least a 3.0 GPA are eligible to apply. This scholarship amounts to $1000 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 3.00 GPA (must be a full-time student not enrolled in the dual enrollment program). Qualifying students may apply for the scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of five scholarships will be awarded each year.
DCE Transition Scholarship
Current Point University dual enrollment students may apply. This scholarship amounts to $500 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 2.00 GPA (must be a full-time student not enrolled in the dual enrollment program). Qualifying students may apply for the scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of five scholarships will be awarded each year.
CCCU College Tuition Waiver
The President’s Association of Christian Colleges & Universities has established the Intercollegiate Tuition Waiver Program (ITWP) for qualified dependents of full-time employees at participating institutions. Download the application here.
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, and determinations will be made the semester before your start date.
Restoration College Tuition Waiver
To be eligible for a Restoration College Tuition Waiver, a student must have a parent or legal guardian employed full-time at a participating university affiliated with the Christian Church. Download the application here.
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, and determinations will be made the semester before your start date.
Out of State Scholarship
Freshmen attending Point University from outside the state of Georgia may apply for the out-of-state scholarship by achieving a 3.00 high school GPA (GPA can be evaluated prior to graduation but final GPA will also be reviewed). This scholarship amounts to $2,500 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 3.00 GPA at Point University. Qualifying students may apply for the out-of-state scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of five scholarships will be awarded.
Transfer Scholarship
Students transferring to Point University from another institution with at least a 2.50 GPA are eligible to apply for this scholarship. This scholarship amounts to $500 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 2.50 GPA at Point University. Participation in dual enrollment at another institution does not qualify as transfer status. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of five scholarships will be awarded each year.
You can download the application here.
First Generation Student Scholarship
Freshmen attending Point University as a first generation college student (the first person in your immediate family to attend college) may apply for this scholarship. This scholarship amounts to $500 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 2.00 GPA at Point University. Qualifying students may apply for the scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. “First Generation” status must be verified by submitted FAFSA. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of five scholarships will be awarded each year.
Point Legacy Scholarship
Freshmen and transfers attending Point University that are a dependent of a Point University graduated alum may apply for this scholarship. This scholarship amounts to $250 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 2.00 GPA. Qualifying students may apply for the scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of four scholarships will be awarded each year.
Sons and Daughters of Ministry Scholarship
Freshmen and transfers attending Point University that are a dependent of full time vocational ministry/mission parent(s) may apply. This scholarship amounts to $250 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 2.00 GPA. Qualifying students may apply for the scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of four scholarships will be awarded each year.
Community Service Scholarship
Point University is committed to service in the community and rewards students for those services during their time in high school. Incoming freshmen may apply for this scholarship. This scholarship amounts to $500 per year and is renewable by maintaining a 2.50 cumulative GPA at Point University. Students may apply for the scholarship by filling out the application available online or in the admission office. Additionally, applicants must submit documentation of at least 50 hours of community service during their senior year of high school. Student athletes and marching band members receiving a scholarship are not eligible to apply. Maximum of four scholarships will be awarded each year.
Event Recruitment Scholarship
Select scholarships will be permitted for promotion of recruitment events. Drawings will be held for each event from list of attendees. Total budget for scholarship is $1000 and is to be divided up between events and applicable promotions.
Returning Students
Endowed Scholarships
Point offers a number of endowed scholarships provided from funds given by generous donors in honor of or in memory of loved ones, churches, etc. Each spring, traditional students will receive notification via e-mail of the endowed scholarship application process, qualifications for receipt of an endowed scholarship, and deadlines for application.
Byron and Katie Cartwright Music Scholarship
Music scholarships are available for a limited number of talented students. Scholarships are based on a student’s audition and application. Please refer to the Music Scholarship Application Form for full details on this process.
Graduate Students
Point University will offer a variety of financial resources to support graduate students. Each student’s needs are different and students may qualify for different opportunities.
To learn more about what is available to prospective graduate students at Point University, please contact the College of Graduate and Professional Studies Enrollment Office at graduate@point.edu or 706.385.1209.
Any questions regarding future financial aid for graduate students may send questions to financial.aid@point.edu.
Online Students
For information on the Point Community Scholarship, visit https://online.point.edu/paying-for-school/point-community-scholarship/.
Other Available Scholarships
Scholarships represented below are from outside parties and are not Point scholarships. Students should always be cautious when providing personal information. You should never provide a social security number or financial information, and no scholarship should require any payment or payment information.
Scholarships | Link |
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AAA Paver Sealer | aaapaversealing.com |
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program | abbottandfenner.com |
Applicature Scholarship | applicature.com |
Associates Home Loan Scholarship | associateshomeloan.com |
Automotive Stuff Scholarship | automotivestuff.com |
Bellesoa Method Scholarship | bellesomamethodscholarship.com |
Brain Cradle's Technology | braincradle.com |
Building the Future Scholarship | education.com |
Cardinal Digital Marketing Scholarship | cardinaldigitalmarketing.com |
Career Fitter | careerfitter.com |
CareerEnjoyment Scholarship | careerenjoyment.com |
Catdi Printing Scholarship | catdi.com |
Child of an American Veteran Scholarship | cck-law.com |
Children's Scholarship Fund | medevacfoundation.org |
Coastal Scholarship Program | coastal.com/scholarships |
Cocodrie Fly Fishing | cocodrieflyfishing.com |
Cogniizant Transformation Young Entrepreneur Scholarship | harrishsairaman.com |
Conex Boxes | conexboxes.com |
Coupon Marathon Scholarship | couponmarathon.com/scholarship |
Coupons Plus Deals Scholarship | couponsplusdeals.com |
Create and Go Design Your Future Scholarship | createandgo.co |
Crush Your Exam Scholarship | crushthepmexam.com |
Cusabio Scholarship 2018 | cusabio.com |
Dallas Car Accident Lawyers Cancer Awareness Scholarship | dallascaraccidentlawyers.net |
DesignBrandPrint.com Scholarship | designbrandprint.com/scholarship |
Diet Chart Scholarship | dietchart.com |
Digital Marketing Scholarship | verticalmeasures.com |
Dr. Usha Rajagopal Scholarship | drusharajagopalscholarship.com |
Eagle Touch Scholarship | eagle-touch.com |
Earnest Scholarship | earnest.com |
Electric: Mobile Device IT Innovation | electric.ai |
Empowered Future Teachers Scholarship | education.com |
Expert Insurance Scholarship | expertinsurancereviews.com |
Fairfax Kitchen Bath Scholarship | fairfaxkitchenbath.com |
Fieldbloom Student Scholarship | fieldboom.com |
The Find Answering Service Connectivity Scholarship | findansweringservice.com |
FrameStore Scholarship | framestore.com |
Friendly Dental Group Scholarship | friendlydentalgroup.com/scholarship |
From Classroom to Classroom Scholarship | education.com |
Future Technologies Scholarship | brightstarsystems.com |
Geneva Rock Scholarship | genevarock.com |
Georgia Home Improvement Scholarship | sprucejoy.com |
Get Best Sewing Machine Scholarship | getbestsewingmachine.com |
Go Start A Blog Scholarship | gostartablog.com |
Good Call Scholarship | goodcall.com |
Hartford Technology Rental Scholarship | Download more information |
HVAC Schools 411 Scholarship | hvacschools411.com |
Island View Private Loan Scholarship | ivplfund.com |
JMD Furniture Scholarship | jmdfurniturescholarship.com |
Kass & Moses Defense from Injustice Scholarship | kassandmoss.com |
Kay-Grant Group Scholarship | kay-grant.com |
Komparelt Higher Education Scholarship | kompareit.com |
The Last House Scholarship | thelasthouse.net |
The Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo Scholarship | caseyshomolaw.com |
The Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP Scholarship Program | cohenjaffe.com |
Link Pushing Scholarship | linkpushing.neet |
Local Adventures Scholarship | traveloffice.org |
Local Realty Service Scholarship | localrealtyservice.com |
Lotus Boutique Scholarship | lotusboutique.com |
Maptive Scholarship | maptive.com |
Michael Moody Scholarship | michaelmoodyfitness.com |
Mark Alvarado Scholarship | markalvaradoscholarship.com |
The Medical Malpractice Help Community Service Scholarship | medicalmalpracticehelp.com |
Maverick Doctor Scholarship | maverickdoctor.com |
Montana Capital Scholarship Program | montanacapital.com |
National Bio-CARE | nationalbiocare.com/scholarship |
National Founder’s Scholarship (Brown, PC) | Download Application |
Newsome Melton Student Leadership Scholarship | newsomelaw.com |
Northstar Security Scholarship | alarmsystemscalgary.ca/scholarship |
Officeideas Scholarship | officeideas.net |
OnBlastBlog Scholarship | onblastblog.com |
Outdoor Stack's Annual Financial Aid Program | outdoorstack.com |
Parxavenue Ltd. Scholarship | parxavenue.ca |
Parrish Law Firm Scholarship | perrishlawfirm.com |
Penguin Private Scholarship | penguincbd.com |
Police Scanner Scholarship | zipscanners.com |
PosiRank Scholarship | posirank.com/scholarship |
Pro Bike Ninja Scholarhsip | probikeninja.com |
Red Cross Scholarship | redcrossblood.org |
Rentkidz Annual Scholarship for 2019 | rentkidz.com |
Responsify Empowering Others Scholarship | responsify.com |
RevPart Scholarship | revpart.com |
Rizio Lipinsky Lawyer Scholarship 2020 | https://www.riziolawfirm.com/scholarship/ |
Rotary Scholarship for Graduate Study Abroad | Download Brochure |
RWCA Faith Under Fire Scholarship | rhemawordchristianacademy.com/scholarship |
SafeButler Scholarship | safebutler.com |
Saleh Stevens Scholarship | salehstevens.info |
Scholarship for a Cause | pinmart.com |
Scholarship From Get on the Map | getonthemap.us |
ScienceSoft Scholarship | scnsoft.com |
The Scooter Guide Scholarship | thescooterguide.com |
Scooters 'N Chairs Scholarship | scootersnchairs.com |
Self Score Scholarship | selfscore.com |
SeniorAdvice Caregiver Scholarship | senioradvice.com |
Senior Care Scholarship | senioradvice.com |
Senior Living Scholarship | seniorguidance.org |
Shifu.com Scholarship | shifu.com/scholarship |
Shook & Stone Scholarship | shookandstone.com |
SiteReportCard Scholarship | sitereportcard.com |
Secure Care 65 Scholarship | securecare65.com |
Sure Oak Scholarship | sureoak.com/scholarship |
Tasty Placement Scholarship | tasteyplacement.com |
Ted & Stacey Scholarship | www.mattress-guides.net/scholarships |
Tommy Smith Scholarship | tommysmithscholarship.com/ |
Top Spot SEM Scholarship | topspotsem.com/scholarship |
Toscano Law Firm Scholarship | sanantonioinjurylawyer.com |
Toptal Scholarship for Women | toptal.com |
University HQ | universityhq.org |
Vandomain Scholarship for Women | vandomain.com |
Web Design Scholarships | mybestwebsitebuilder.com |
White Glove Scholarship | https://whiteglovemoving.us/scholarship/ |
Yorkshire Terrier Scholarship | gorjesspets.com |
Young Entrepreneur Scholarship | ecosecretariat.org |
Ziprecruiter Scholarship | ziprecruiter.com |
42 Networks Scholarship | 42-networks.com |