Scholarships
Champlain College offers a variety of merit-based and need-based scholarships to help students cover the cost of tuition.
Our financial aid staff awards scholarships that match the student’s level of achievement, need, and other characteristics. You will automatically be considered for most scholarships when you apply.
Because the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will not be available until December 2024, Champlain College is using the CSS Profile Lite application for Fall 2025 applicants. This allows Champlain College to provide our incoming class with a prompt preliminary estimate of Federal Financial Aid and merit scholarships.
Applicants will also need to fill out the FAFSA when it becomes available to get an official Federal Aid package.
Only the Pathways Scholarship requires the submission of a supplemental nomination form.
With our Count-On-It Financial Aid Guarantee, Champlain scholarships are renewed annually as long as the student remains enrolled full time. No minimum GPA is required for scholarship renewal, and awards do not need to be repaid.
Champlain scholarships are generously supported by individuals and organizations that believe deeply in Champlain’s mission and are committed to recognizing student academic achievement and need.
Merit-Scholarships
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Division of Communication & Creative Media Scholarships
The Division of Communication & Creative Media (CCM) values and rewards the academic and creative talents of students in our major programs through a variety of college and industry-sponsored scholarships and fellowships. We encourage eligible students to take advantage of these opportunities to support tuition and other educational expenses.
Visit the Division of Communication & Creative Media for details about CCM Scholarships.
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Leahy Center Scholar Program
A renewable four-year program that supports students pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Computer Science & Innovation, and Data Analytics. Annually, scholars receive a $10,000 merit-based scholarship-for a total of $40,000 over four years-and guaranteed employment in the Leahy Center once they meet certain employment requirements.
Students with academic achievement and demonstrated interest such as participation in clubs and organizations while in high school, attaining certifications related to their major, and participating in a summer program will be considered. Up to 20 students will be accepted into the program every year.
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Miller Scholarship
The Miller Scholarship is awarded to full-time, first-year traditional undergraduate students in the School of Social Innovation with significant involvement in community service. Miller Scholarship recipients are selected by the Champlain College Office of Admissions based on the community service activities listed on the student’s application for admission.
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Sarah E. Ramsey ’12 Scholarship
The Sarah E. Ramsey ’12 Scholarship is awarded annually to a rising sophomore or current junior student who exemplifies Sarah’s qualities, including her drive, determination, passion for their profession, creative and critical thinking, individuality, and thirst to experience all life has to offer. Students who have demonstrated strong academic performance should consider applying for this scholarship to expand their professional and international experiences through study abroad or an overseas internship program.
Visit the Office of Institutional Advancement for more information about the Sarah E. Ramsey ’12 Scholarship.
Need-based Scholarships
Champlain College understands that educational goals and financial capabilities aren’t always aligned. Our need-based scholarships offer prospective students the possibility of achieving their goals removing financial concerns from the equation.
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Pathways Scholarship
Aligned with Champlain’s goal to create an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community. This scholarship aims to empower students who strive to live out these values, enhancing their exploration and pursuit of academic and professional interests by covering the full cost of attending Champlain College when combined with federal and state assistance.
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New American Student Scholarship
A need-based scholarship for Vermont’s refugee and asylum students. Recipients must be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. This scholarship covers tuition, less the student’s expected family contribution and any federal and state grants the student receives.
Visit the Office of Institutional Advancement for details about the New American Student Scholarship.
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Single Parent Scholarship
A scholarship for Pell-eligible, Vermont residents who are single parents participating in the Champlain College Single Parents Program. This scholarship is designed to ease tuition expenses for parenting students.
Visit the Office of Institutional Advancement for details about the Single Parent Scholarship.
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Vermont First Generation Scholarship
Targeted at first-generation college-bound high school seniors from Vermont, recipients must be full-time traditional students and eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. This scholarship, in combination with the expected family contribution, federal and state programs (to include work-study, student loans, grants, and other gift aid), will provide funding up to the full cost of attendance at Champlain College. Vermont First Generation Scholarship recipients must remain in campus housing to qualify for the full award.
Visit the Office of Institutional Advancement for details about the Vermont First Generation Scholarship.
Scholarships & Aid with Specific Eligibility Requirements
Some scholarships are available only to students who meet certain requirements.
Outside Scholarships
Often created for students with particular interests, backgrounds, or goals, scholarships can be based on merit (academic excellence or extracurricular achievements) or demonstrated financial need. Contact your local civic, professional, religious, community organizations, or your high school guidance counselor to ask about available scholarships.
If you receive an outside scholarship, your Champlain College scholarship will not be reduced, in most cases. However, tuition benefits, tuition exchange, and military/veterans’ benefits are not considered outside scholarships and could impact your eligibility for additional Champlain scholarships.
Endowed Scholarships
Endowed or “named” scholarships are funded by generous gifts from alumni and friends of Champlain College. The funds are awarded each year to students who meet the donors’ designated criteria. Qualifications and award amounts vary, but the determination of the award is generally based on financial need.
Students applying for financial aid are automatically considered for these funds, based on the information provided in the student’s application.
More Inside Types of Aid
Scholarships
Champlain College offers a variety of merit-based and need-based scholarships to help students cover the cost of tuition.
Federal & State Grants
When it comes to covering your educational expenses, grants are great. Typically, they do not need to be paid back, which means they're basically free money!
Educational Loan Programs
There are some fundamental differences between federal loans and loans available from private lenders. Below is a basic overview to help you begin to navigate your loan options.
Federal Work-Study Program
Federal Work-Study Program is an employment program funded by the federal government and Champlain College that allows students to earn money to help with the costs of attending Champlain.