Academic Scholarship

Presidential Scholarship Program, Villanova University

Location

Pennsylvania, United States

Level of study

Undergraduate

Cycle

2026/2027

Entry ID SC-57451

At a glance

The Presidential Scholarship is Villanova University's most prestigious merit-based award. Inspired by St. Augustine—who pursued truth (veritas) through faith, taught leadership through love (caritas), and sought change through community (unitas)—the Presidential Scholars Program aims to recruit, train, and support transformational leaders. The program's goal is to build upon the positive work of the Presidential Scholars who came before them, fostering a new generation of leaders who embody these Augustinian values. The scholarship covers full tuition, room, board, the general fee, and the cost of textbooks for up to eight consecutive semesters. Twenty-five Presidential Scholarships are offered annually.

Who can apply

  • Be high school seniors applying for first-year admission to Villanova University via the Common Application.
  • Demonstrate outstanding academic performance, typically in the top 1-2% of their high school class.
  • Exhibit strong leadership qualities and a commitment to community service.
Read the full eligibility criteria

Contact

Email: presidentialscholarship@villanova.edu

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