Longwood University Scholarships (2026–2027)
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Last Updated on May 31, 2026
What This Page Covers:- Tuition, housing, and average family net price
- Automatic merit ranges and qualifier benchmarks
- Flagship and hidden-gem awards
- Honors and stacking strategy
📊 Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance Rate: ~88%
- Middle 50% ACT: 23
- Middle 50% SAT: 1130
- Average GPA: 3.7
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📌 Longwood University at a Glance
🏆 Full tuition available (Cormier Honors College Scholarships & Cormier Honors Full Ride Scholarship)
Average Net Price
$20,983/year (in-state estimate)
Average paid for residents.
Automatic Merit
$1,000–$7,000/yr
No separate application.
Scholarships Tracked
17 opportunities
5 automatic · 2 competitive · 4 hidden gem · 6 honors
Typical Qualifiers
GPA 3+; ACT TBD+ / SAT TBD+
Benchmarks for top-tier awards.
Testing Policy
Test-optional
Superscores ACT/SAT.
Key Deadlines
Priority: Dec 1 • FAFSA: Mar 1
Full-Tuition / Full-Ride
Cormier Honors College Scholarships & Cormier Honors Full Ride Scholarship
Honors College
Honors Program Available
🚨 Easy-to-Miss “Gotchas” at Longwood University (Read This First)
- December 1 priority deadline matters: That’s when Longwood gives the best shot at automatic merit. Apply later and you may still get in—but with less money.
- Full-tuition and full-ride awards are NOT automatic: The big money comes through the Cormier Honors College and programs like McGaughy, which require a separate application and are highly competitive.
FAQ
Is this college test-optional? Yes — Longwood University is test-optional.
What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 23; SAT: 1130.
Average net price? About $20,983/yearyear after aid.
Does this school use waivers/reciprocity?
Yes — participates in ACM.
💰 Cost of Attendance at Longwood University 2026-2027
📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once official 2026–2027 numbers are released.
Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.
| Category (2026–2027) |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
| Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2 semesters) |
$16,288 |
$29,146 |
| Housing & Meals (typical) |
$17,970 |
$17,970 |
| Total (Direct Costs) |
$34,258 |
$47,116 |
Average Federal Net Price: $20,983 — this is what families actually paid after grants and scholarships (no loans), based on the most recent federal data. Your specific cost could be significantly lower or higher depending on your financial aid eligibility and merit scholarships. New to Net Price & SAI? Read our guide.
Academic Common Market (ACM): Students from qualifying SREB states may study certain majors at Longwood and pay the Virginia resident tuition rate.
Example: A non-resident major eligible under ACM who’d normally pay $29,146 in tuition could instead pay the $16,288 resident rate — saving ~$12,858.
FAQ: Academic Common Market
Who qualifies?
Students from SREB member states whose chosen major is not offered in their home state and is approved for ACM at Longwood.
How much can you save?
Roughly the difference between non-resident and resident tuition (~$12,000+ per year).
Is it automatic?
No. You must apply through your home state’s higher-education agency for ACM approval before enrolling.
Sources:
Longwood University — Cost of Attendance (Undergraduate On-Campus)
Longwood University — Tuition & Fees (Undergraduate)
BigFuture (College Board) — Longwood University Tuition & Costs & Net Price
✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships
Automatic
Presidential Scholarship
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: rolling
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$6,000–$7,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 4.0+ GPA👥 ~unlimited; awarded to all eligible freshmen who meet criteria within institutional aid policies winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Merit scholarship amounts may be influenced by other institutional awards and are part of the overall financial aid package. Total institutional aid cannot exceed cost of attendance.
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Strategic Detail
Longwood's merit grid awards up to $7,000/year for Early Action applicants (guaranteed for those applying by Dec. 1) and up to $6,000/year for Regular Admission applicants with a 4.0+ GPA. Renewal requires a 3.0 cumulative GPA and 30 credit hours per academic year at Longwood.
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Who Actually Wins
Incoming first-year students with a 4.0+ high school GPA who apply by the Early Action deadline and have strong overall applications. Early Action applicants are guaranteed up to $7,000/year; Regular Admission applicants are in the running for up to $6,000/year but it's not locked in. Either way, this is Longwood's top automatic merit tier.
Automatic
Provost's Scholarship
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: rolling
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$5,000–$6,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~unlimited; GPA-grid based institutional merit winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
May be adjusted when combined with other institutional scholarships. Total institutional aid is subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
Longwood's merit grid awards up to $6,000/year for Early Action applicants and up to $5,000/year for Regular Admission applicants with GPAs between 3.75 and 3.99. Renewable with a 3.0 GPA and 30 credits per year.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Admitted freshmen whose high school GPAs fall in the 3.75–3.99 band. Early Action applicants are guaranteed up to $6,000/year; Regular Admission applicants are considered for up to $5,000/year. Apply by December 1 to lock in the higher tier.
Automatic
Dean's Scholarship
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: rolling
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$4,000–$5,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.5+ GPA👥 ~unlimited; GPA-band based winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Counts as institutional merit aid and may combine with other scholarships as long as total aid does not exceed cost of attendance.
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Strategic Detail
The Dean's Scholarship tier offers up to $5,000/year for Early Action applicants and up to $4,000/year for Regular Admission applicants with GPAs between 3.50 and 3.74. Renewable for up to four years with a 3.0 cumulative GPA and 30 credits per year.
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Who Actually Wins
Fall freshmen whose high school GPA falls in the 3.50–3.74 range. Early Action applicants are guaranteed up to $5,000/year; Regular Admission applicants are eligible for up to $4,000/year. Completing the application by December 1 is the single most important lever here.
Automatic
Rotunda Award
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: rolling
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$2,000–$3,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.3+ GPA👥 ~unlimited; GPA-based tier winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Institutional merit award that may be adjusted when combined with other Longwood scholarships, subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
The Rotunda Award provides up to $3,000/year for Early Action applicants and up to $2,000/year for Regular Admission applicants with GPAs between 3.25 and 3.49. Renewable with a 3.0 GPA and 30 credits per academic year.
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Who Actually Wins
Admitted freshmen with high school GPAs in the 3.25–3.49 range who enroll at Longwood. Early Action locks in up to $3,000/year; Regular Admission students are considered for up to $2,000/year. Even at this tier, applying early is worth real money.
Automatic
Lancer Distinction Award
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: rolling
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$1,000–$2,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.0+ GPA👥 ~unlimited; automatic for qualifying admitted freshmen winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Lowest tier of the automatic merit grid. May stack with need-based and outside aid up to cost-of-attendance limits.
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Strategic Detail
Longwood's grid awards up to $2,000/year for Early Action applicants and up to $1,000/year for Regular Admission applicants with GPAs between 3.0 and 3.24. Renewable under the same 3.0 GPA and 30-credit annual requirement as all other merit tiers.
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Who Actually Wins
Admitted Fall freshmen with a 3.0–3.24 GPA — the entry point of Longwood's merit grid. Early Action guarantees up to $2,000/year; Regular Admission students are eligible for up to $1,000/year. Renewing this award only requires maintaining the same 3.0 GPA students already earned in high school.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
Ranges reflect Longwood’s published cap (“up to $15k”). GPA/test bands are estimates because Longwood does not publish a fixed grid; thresholds can shift with the applicant pool and funding.
Longwood does not list automatic awards tied to National Merit, Stamps Scholarships, or QuestBridge.
FAQ: Automatic Merit at Longwood
Separate application? No. You’re automatically considered with admission (Early Action by Dec 1 gets the strongest look; final deadline is Feb 1).
Superscoring? Yes. If you submit scores, Longwood considers your highest section scores across test dates.
Test-optional? Yes. Merit is still possible based on GPA and rigor.
Stacking? Merit often stacks with need-based aid but total aid can’t exceed the Cost of Attendance. Honors/full-ride awards may replace standard merit.
Sources:
longwood.edu/scholarships/
catalog.longwood.edu/undergraduate-admissions/
longwood.edu/financialaid/
🏆 Flagship Scholarships (university-level, highly competitive)
These are Longwood’s top, university-level competitive scholarships (sometimes called “flagship” awards). They are separate from Honors and department awards. After a deep search of official sources, we did not find any publicly listed flagship/competition scholarships outside the Cormier Honors College.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Longwood Enslaved Ancestors College Access Scholarship
📅 Deadline: Varies by year; check the current application PDF on the Longwood Financial Aid scholarships page for the specific deadline.
Non-Renewable
👥 ~One scholarship awarded annually, subject to program funding and institutional selection. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
One-time award designed to partially offset cost of attendance. May stack with federal, state, and other institutional aid as long as total funding does not exceed cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Download and complete the Longwood Enslaved Ancestors College Access Scholarship application for the current aid year. Submit narrative responses describing your personal and historic connection to slavery in Virginia — or your membership in a community still experiencing its legacy — along with any requested supporting documentation via Longwood's secure Financial Aid upload link.
Selection criteria: Selection follows state guidance and Longwood committee review, emphasizing financial need, strength and clarity of the historical or community connection, and alignment with the program's memorial and access goals.
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Strategic Detail
Longwood participates in Virginia's Enslaved Ancestors College Access Scholarship and Memorial Program and awards one scholarship annually to an eligible Virginia undergraduate. Recipients must be enrolled full-time, eligible for need-based aid, Virginia residents, and able to demonstrate a qualifying connection to slavery in Virginia or a community impacted by its legacy. The application PDF is linked directly on the Financial Aid scholarships page.
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Who Actually Wins
A very small number of Virginia undergraduates at Longwood each year — students who can clearly document financial need, Virginia residency, and a genuine personal or community connection to the legacy of slavery in Virginia. Priority goes to students whose ancestry traces to enslaved persons in Prince Edward County or surrounding counties.
App Required⚠ Transfer Only
Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship
📅 Deadline: Each fall; specific date published by Financial Aid — email finaid@longwood.edu to confirm the current deadline.
✓ Renews
👥 ~Between one and ten $1,000 scholarships awarded each fall, depending on renewals. winners/yr🎓 Transfer
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Stacking & Combining
May be combined with other institutional, state, and federal aid up to cost of attendance. Availability of new awards depends on how many existing recipients renew — some years have more open slots than others.
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How to Apply
Apply and be admitted to Longwood as a transfer student. Email the Financial Aid office at finaid@longwood.edu to request the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship application form, then complete and submit it by the stated deadline.
Selection criteria: Competitive review based on academic merit, PTK standing, and financial need as determined by the Financial Aid office, within the constraints of limited annual award slots.
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Strategic Detail
Between one and ten $1,000 renewable scholarships are available each fall for PTK members transferring to Longwood. Selection is based on merit and need. Students must email Financial Aid to request the application form — it is not posted publicly.
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Who Actually Wins
A small group of PTK transfer students each fall with strong academic records. Between one and ten awards are available depending on how many prior recipients renew, so competition can vary significantly year to year. Worth applying every fall you're enrolled.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
No university-level flagship (competitive) scholarships are publicly listed for outside the Cormier Honors College and departmental funds. If Longwood adds a campus-wide competition later (e.g., interview day, presidential scholars), we’ll add it here during the Phase 2 recheck.
FAQ: Flagship (Competitive) Scholarships at Longwood
Does Longwood run a separate campus-wide competition day? No public announcement outside Honors. We’ll recheck during Phase 2.
Where should high-achieving students focus? The Cormier Honors College (competitive portfolio review; scholarships from $500/year up to full ride) and departmental/identity programs listed in Hidden Gems.
Deadlines that matter? Apply by Dec 1 (Early Action) for strongest merit consideration; Honors portfolio invitations follow general admission. Always watch your Longwood portal for any added competitions.
Do flagship awards stack with automatic merit? When a university-level flagship award exists, it often replaces standard merit to avoid exceeding the cost of attendance. Confirm stacking in your financial aid offer.
Sources:
longwood.edu/scholarships/
catalog.longwood.edu/undergraduate-admissions/
longwood.edu/financialaid/
💎 Hidden Gem Scholarships
These are niche opportunities—often need-based, identity-based, or tied to experiences like research, study abroad, or ROTC—that don’t fall under automatic or flagship awards. They can be great ways to stack extra support if your student qualifies.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Longwood Foundation & Departmental Scholarships
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
👥 ~Varies by fund; collectively hundreds of awards (897 scholarships in a recent year) across the university. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Awards from the Longwood Foundation and departmental funds may stack with state, federal, and institutional merit aid up to cost-of-attendance limits. Many awards are for one year at a time and may require reapplication through the scholarship portal.
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How to Apply
After enrolling at Longwood, log into the Longwood Scholarship Homepage (AcademicWorks) with your LancerNet ID and password. Complete the general scholarship application and any recommended departmental or named scholarship applications by the posted deadline, typically around March 1, to be matched with Foundation- and department-funded awards.
Selection criteria: Committees for individual funds use criteria such as GPA, major, financial need, leadership, service, and essays to select recipients from the pool of portal applicants.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Longwood reports that its Foundation scholarship program provided 897 scholarships totaling $2.5 million to more than 680 students in a single year. Students apply and are matched to opportunities through the Longwood Scholarship Homepage (AcademicWorks), which lists hundreds of scholarships with varying criteria across majors, leadership, need, and campus involvement.
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Who Actually Wins
Continuing and, in some cases, incoming students who complete the general application and meet criteria for specific endowed or departmental funds, such as major, GPA, leadership, financial need, or activity participation.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Music Department Scholarships
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
👥 ~Multiple departmental music scholarships awarded each year to both incoming and continuing students; specific counts vary by fund and budget. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Music scholarships may be combined with academic merit, state grants, and federal aid as long as total funding does not exceed cost of attendance.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood and schedule a music audition with the Department of Music. All prospective students who audition for the music program and are accepted to Longwood before March 1 are considered for music scholarships. Returning students may apply for departmental scholarships through the Longwood Scholarship Homepage and departmental processes.
Selection criteria: Evaluated on audition performance, musical potential, ensemble and program needs, and, for continuing students, academic and musical progress.
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Strategic Detail
The Department of Music states that it offers scholarships of varying amounts to incoming and returning music students by application and audition, and that all students who audition and are accepted before March 1 are considered for scholarships. Specific named funds and dollar amounts are managed through the department and Foundation.
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Who Actually Wins
Incoming and returning music students who audition well and are accepted into the program. Instrumentation needs, ensemble participation, and faculty evaluations of talent and potential all play a role.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Art & Graphic and Animation Design Scholarships
📅 Deadline: Departmental deadlines associated with portfolio review and scholarship consideration.
✓ Renews
👥 ~Several departmental art and design scholarships awarded annually; each named fund has its own budget and number of recipients. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Departmental art scholarships may stack with academic merit and need-based aid up to cost-of-attendance limits. Some awards are renewable; others are one-year, non-renewable scholarships.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood as an Art (Art Education/Studio) or Graphic and Animation Design (GAND) major. Follow the Art Department’s instructions to submit a portfolio and, where required, complete scholarship applications or forms for specific departmental awards listed on the Art Scholarships page. Many awards are evaluated through portfolio submission and departmental review.
Selection criteria: Departmental review of portfolios and academic standing, with additional consideration of need, research interest, and donor criteria for certain funds.
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Strategic Detail
Longwood’s Art Department lists multiple named scholarships such as the Lucile Walton Art Scholarship, Franklin Federal Art Scholarship, Jane Aman Liepis Research Award for the Arts, Barbara L. Bishop Scholarship, Art Departmental Scholarship, and Virginia Estes Bedford Memorial Scholarship. These are merit- and in some cases need-based awards evaluated through portfolio submission for full-time Art or GAND students.
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Who Actually Wins
Full-time Art and GAND students whose portfolios stand out to faculty committees, often demonstrating strong artistic ability, promise, and, for certain awards, financial need or research interest.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
English & Modern Languages Scholarships and Awards
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
👥 ~Multiple departmental scholarships and awards each year for English and Modern Languages students; exact numbers vary. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Departmental awards may supplement university merit and need-based aid; some are one-time awards, while others may be renewable depending on donor criteria and departmental policy.
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How to Apply
For incoming freshmen, submit a writing sample, one letter of recommendation from a high school English or foreign language teacher, and a cover letter to the Department of English and Modern Languages by March 1. Current majors can apply for departmental scholarships and awards through the English scholarships page and, when applicable, the Longwood Scholarship Homepage.
Selection criteria: Evaluated by the departmental awards committee based on writing quality, academic performance, recommendation strength, and alignment with donor or award criteria.
✎ Essays💌 Letters of Rec
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Strategic Detail
The department honors its most exceptional majors each spring at a scholarships and awards banquet. Incoming freshmen can apply for listed awards by submitting a writing sample, teacher recommendation, and cover letter by March 1; current majors have access to additional departmental awards managed by faculty.
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Who Actually Wins
Exceptional English and Modern Languages majors and incoming students with strong writing samples, recommendations, and academic records, as identified by the department’s awards committee.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
Amounts for some scholarships are based on publicly available ranges from similar Longwood programs. Exact figures and deadlines may vary each year; check the current scholarship portal for confirmed amounts and dates.
- Citizen Leader Awards – leadership recognition awards for current students in clubs and organizations (Joan of Arc Visionary Leadership Award, etc.).
- Bill Stuart Memorial Scholarship – departmental award for Communication Studies majors with leadership/service emphasis.
- Departmental/Music/English/Business Scholarships – numerous named awards with varying amounts; examples include Waverly M. Cole Music Scholarships (can reach full tuition), Rosemary Sprague Memorial Scholarship, and Wells Fargo Plurality Scholarship for minority students.
FAQ: Hidden Gems at Longwood
Can these awards stack with merit? Yes. Most hidden gems (research, internships, study abroad, ROTC stipends) can stack with automatic merit up to the cost of attendance.
Do I need a separate application? Yes, usually. These are managed by specific offices like the OSR, Study Abroad, or Career Services.
Are amounts fixed? No. They vary depending on funding each cycle and program length, but typically range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand.
Who should look closely at these? Students seeking extra experiences—research, teaching, service, military training, or global study—who also want financial support to make those possible.
Sources:
longwood.edu/scholarships/
longwood.edu/global-engagement/
longwood.edu/career/
longwood.edu/mister/
longwood.edu/rotc/
🎖️ Honors College
The Cormier Honors College for Citizen Scholars at Longwood University is the most selective pathway on campus, blending academic rigor with a strong emphasis on leadership and service. Students admitted to Honors are automatically considered for some of the university’s most competitive scholarships, including top-tier awards that can cover full tuition, room, and board.
What a Typical Longwood Honors Student Looks Like:
GPA around 3.75 or higher in high school, advanced coursework (AP, IB, dual enrollment, or honors classes), strong writing in the portfolio, and leadership or service experience that shows a commitment to Longwood’s citizen-leader mission.
Perks That Matter:
- Renewable Honors scholarships ranging from $500 per year to full ride (tuition, room/board, and books)
- Priority registration and Honors housing
- Small seminar-style courses and faculty mentorship
- Special funding for study abroad, research, and projects
- Dedicated Honors community and leadership development
Full RideApp Required
Cormier Honors College Scholarships
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: Typically in spring before enrollment.
✓ Renews (3.25 GPA, 4 yrs)
Full Ride
Honors merit scholarships ranging from partial awards to full-ride
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~Limited competitive awards at the upper end; every Honors admit receives at least the base $500/year award. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Honors scholarships may stack with general Longwood merit awards up to cost of attendance. For students receiving full-ride packages, other institutional awards may be adjusted so total aid does not exceed tuition, standard housing, meal plan, and estimated book costs.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood University as a regular applicant. Students with strong GPAs and academic backgrounds will receive an invitation from Admissions to complete the Honors Portfolio — a holistic application capturing who you are beyond test scores. Submit all materials, including the Honors Portfolio, by the December 1 priority deadline to be considered for the full range of Cormier Honors scholarships.
Selection criteria: Holistic Honors review emphasizing academic performance and rigor, leadership, service, essay quality, and fit with the citizen-scholar model. Larger awards and full rides are reserved for the strongest candidates identified through this process.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Every student accepted into the Cormier Honors College receives a renewable Honors scholarship of at least $500/year. The scholarship range runs from $500/year all the way to a full ride covering tuition, on-campus room and board, and books. The most competitive named awards — Cormier Citizen Scholars, Hull Scholars, and Longwood Scholars — fall in the $2,000–$10,000/year range. All Honors students also receive a scholarship toward a study abroad or away program during their time at Longwood. Early completion of Honors application materials is required for full consideration.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Every student admitted to the Cormier Honors College receives at least a $500/year renewable scholarship — that's a guarantee. Larger awards ($2,000–$10,000/year and full rides) go to the strongest Honors admits after holistic review. The GPA floor for a typical invitation is 3.75, but Longwood reviews applications holistically and lower GPAs don't automatically disqualify a student.
Full RideApp Required
Cormier Honors Full Ride Scholarship
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: Typically in spring prior to enrollment.
✓ Renews (3.25 GPA, 4 yrs)
Full Ride
Highly competitive full-ride Honors scholarship covering tuition, standard room and board, and books
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~Two full-ride Cormier Honors scholarships awarded annually. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
For students receiving this full-ride package, other institutional awards may be reduced so total institutional aid does not exceed tuition, standard housing, meal plan, and estimated book costs. Outside scholarships may still reduce out-of-pocket costs subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood and complete the Cormier Honors College Honors Portfolio by the December 1 priority deadline. All Honors applicants are automatically considered for full-ride scholarships based on the strength of their Honors Portfolio, academic record, and in some cases interviews — there is no separate full-ride application.
Selection criteria: Holistic Honors review identifying two top students for full-ride support, based on academic excellence, leadership, service, essay strength, and alignment with the citizen-scholar mission.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
Longwood's merit grid notes that students admitted to the Cormier Honors College may receive additional scholarships, including two full rides renewable for four years. The Honors scholarships page confirms coverage includes tuition, on-campus room and board, and books. Only two of these awards are given annually.
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Who Actually Wins
Two of the very strongest Cormier Honors College admits each year — students with exceptional academic records, compelling leadership and service, and a clear, personal alignment with Longwood's citizen-scholar mission. This is Longwood's most prestigious and competitive merit award.
App Required
Cormier Citizen Scholars
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: Typically in spring before enrollment.
✓ Renews (3.25 GPA, 4 yrs)
$2,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~Limited; small cohort selected annually as part of the Honors scholarship review. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Named Honors award that stacks with the base Cormier Honors scholarship. Total institutional aid subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood University and complete the Cormier Honors College Honors Portfolio by the December 1 priority deadline. All Honors applicants are automatically considered for the Cormier Citizen Scholars award as part of the holistic Honors review — no separate named-scholarship application is required.
Selection criteria: Holistic Honors review with emphasis on academic achievement, leadership, civic engagement, essay quality, and strength of fit with Longwood's citizen-scholar model.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
The Cormier Citizen Scholars is one of the most competitive named awards within the Cormier Honors College, valued at $2,000–$10,000/year and renewable for four years. Awarded as part of the holistic Honors admissions and scholarship review process. Students apply by completing the Honors Portfolio by December 1.
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Who Actually Wins
A small cohort of top Cormier Honors College admits each year who demonstrate exceptional leadership, civic engagement, and a powerful commitment to Longwood's citizen-scholar mission — on top of strong academics. These are students who stand out in the holistic Honors review for both intellectual achievement and community impact.
App Required
Hull Scholars
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: Typically in spring before enrollment.
✓ Renews (3.25 GPA, 4 yrs)
$2,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~Limited; small cohort selected annually as part of the Honors scholarship review. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Named Honors award that stacks with the base Cormier Honors scholarship. Total institutional aid subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood University and complete the Cormier Honors College Honors Portfolio by the December 1 priority deadline. Students planning to enter the teaching profession are automatically considered for the Hull Scholars award as part of the holistic Honors review — no separate named-scholarship application is required.
Selection criteria: Holistic Honors review with emphasis on academic achievement, commitment to the teaching profession, essay quality, leadership, and alignment with Longwood's citizen-scholar mission.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
The Hull Scholars award is one of the most competitive named scholarships within the Cormier Honors College, valued at $2,000–$10,000/year and renewable for four years. It is specifically designated for students entering the teaching profession. Awarded as part of the holistic Honors admissions and scholarship review — students apply by completing the Honors Portfolio by December 1.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: A small cohort of top Cormier Honors College admits each year who are committed to becoming teachers. If your student has their heart set on education as a career and they're Honors-caliber, this is a scholarship worth highlighting in the Honors Portfolio essays.
App Required
Longwood Scholars
📅 Deadline: December 1 · 📢 Results: Typically in spring before enrollment.
✓ Renews (3.25 GPA, 4 yrs)
$2,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA👥 ~Limited; small cohort selected annually as part of the Honors scholarship review. winners/yr
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Stacking & Combining
Named Honors award that stacks with the base Cormier Honors scholarship. Total institutional aid subject to cost-of-attendance limits.
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How to Apply
Apply to Longwood University and complete the Cormier Honors College Honors Portfolio by the December 1 priority deadline. All Honors applicants are automatically considered for the Longwood Scholars award as part of the holistic Honors review — no separate named-scholarship application is required.
Selection criteria: Holistic Honors review with emphasis on academic achievement, leadership, service, essay quality, and alignment with Longwood's citizen-scholar mission.
✎ Essays
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Strategic Detail
The Longwood Scholars award is one of three named competitive scholarships within the Cormier Honors College, valued at $2,000–$10,000/year and renewable for four years. Awarded as part of the holistic Honors admissions and scholarship review — students apply by completing the Honors Portfolio by December 1.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: A small cohort of top Cormier Honors College admits each year identified through the holistic Honors review for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and service. One of three named competitive awards in the $2,000–$10,000/year range within the Cormier umbrella.
Automatic⚠ All Undergrad Only
Cormier Honors Study Abroad Scholarship
📅 Deadline: Varies
Non-Renewable
👥 ~Available to all enrolled Cormier Honors College students. winners/yr🎓 All Undergrad
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Stacking & Combining
Supplemental award intended specifically for study abroad or away program costs. Does not count against other merit scholarship stacking; subject to overall cost-of-attendance limits for the semester applied.
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Strategic Detail
All students enrolled in the Cormier Honors College receive a scholarship toward a study abroad or away program at some point during their time at Longwood. Award amount and eligible programs are not specified on the public Honors page — contact the Honors College directly for current details.
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Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Every enrolled Cormier Honors College student — this is a universal benefit of Honors membership, not a competitive add-on. If your student is already in the Honors College, this money is available to them when they plan a study abroad or away program.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.
Note: All Honors College scholarships are competitive and replace standard merit awards. Awards are tied to the December 1 Early Action deadline for priority consideration.
FAQ: Honors College at Longwood
Is admission automatic? No. Students must apply to Longwood, then be invited to submit an Honors Portfolio.
Does Honors add time to a degree? No. Honors courses fit into the Civitae Core, so students graduate in four years if they stay on track.
What is the minimum scholarship? All Honors admits receive at least $500/year; top students may earn a full ride.
How do Honors awards stack? Honors scholarships usually replace standard merit awards to avoid exceeding cost of attendance.
Sources:
longwood.edu/honors/
longwood.edu/scholarships/
longwood.edu/global-engagement/
longwood.edu/education/
⭐ College Specialty
Parents often ask, “What is Longwood really known for?” While it offers a full range of majors, Longwood stands out for its strong roots in teacher preparation and a mission built around citizen leadership. The school continues to deliver standout programs in education, nursing, business, and the liberal arts that open clear career pathways for graduates.
Teacher Preparation: Longwood has been recognized as one of Virginia’s historic leaders in training educators, with programs like Elementary Education and Special Education ranked among the state’s best for licensure pass rates and classroom readiness.
- Nursing (BSN) — Longwood’s Nursing program has reported 100% NCLEX pass rates in recent years, ranking among the top in Virginia for licensure success.
- Business (AACSB-accredited) — The College of Business & Economics holds AACSB accreditation, earned by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.
- Civitae Core Curriculum — A distinctive statewide model emphasizing citizen leadership, critical thinking, and service-learning as part of every student’s degree.
- Communication Studies — Known regionally for strong undergraduate research and leadership-focused scholarships, with alumni in journalism, PR, and digital media fields.
Final Thoughts
For families considering Longwood University, the takeaway is clear: while it doesn’t have the same volume of flagship awards as larger universities, it offers meaningful automatic merit, distinctive Honors scholarships, and a range of “hidden gem” programs that can ease the cost. Combined with Virginia state aid and federal grants, many students—especially those in teaching, nursing, or leadership-focused fields—can find strong value here. Most importantly, everything is laid out in plain English so you can make informed decisions without surprises.
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