International Trustee's Scholars Award
$14,000 per year | $56,000 over four years

International President's Scholars Award
$12,000 per year | $48,000 over four years

International Provost's Scholars Award
$10,000 per year | $40,000 over four years

Gordon Honors Institute Fellowship
$2,000 first year | $1,000 each additional year with continued participation
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

One-year honors learning group with extended opportunities across all four years, such as global study, internships and research.

Requirements:
Complete the Gordon application and GHI application before December 1.
Attend an Honors Day on December 6 or January 24. Contact us if travel is not possible.

A. J. Gordon Scholars
$3,000 per year ($12,000 over four years)
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Cultivating the curiosity and character of emerging scholars and leaders
This longstanding four-year scholars program named for our founder tailors individual academic and personal development for emerging scholars and leaders, reflecting the foundations in earnest learning and faith demonstrated by Dr. A. J. Gordon himself. The A. J. Gordon Scholarship is awarded to 12 first-year applicants each year. 

Program Highlights:

• A personal learning plan through all four years culminating in a capstone, honors thesis or internship.
• Preparation for servant-leadership through practical experiences in community engagement
• Seminars, weekend retreats and social experiences to explore leadership, spiritual disciplines and calling.

Requirements:
Complete the Gordon application and GHI application before December 1.
Attend an Honors Day on December 6 or January 24. Contact us if travel is not possible.

Learn more about the A. J. Gordon Scholars program →

Global Scholars
$3,000 per year | $12,000 over four years
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Equipping thoughtful Christian leaders for lifelong global learning and engagement
The Global Scholars cohort equips thoughtful Christian leaders for lifelong global learning and engagement. Highlights include an international trip to places like Greece, Scandinavia, and England and a blocal internship with a Christ-serving organization. The Global Honors Scholarship is awarded to 10 first-year applicants each year.

Program Highlights:

• International trip: listen and learn from the unique voices of both Gordon faculty and global Christian leaders while traveling internationally with your cohort.
• International Internship: shape your future vocation and service in God’s kingdom through practical hands-on learning.
• Intercultural engagement through local experiences in Boston and around the North Shore.

Requirements:
Complete the Gordon application and GHI application before December 1.
Attend an Honors Day on December 6 or January 24. Contact us if travel is not possible.

Learn more about the Global Scholars program →

Department of Music Leadership Award and Music Education Honors Award
$19,000 per year ($76,000 over four years)
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

The Department of Music is pleased to award signature scholarships to 12 incoming music majors (B.M. in Music Education, B.M. in Music Performance, B.A. in Music) each year who demonstrate exceptional musical abilities, and who exhibit the potential for musical leadership and service in their field.

Music Leadership and Music Education Honors awardees benefit from strong mentoring relationships and a commitment to serving our communities now and in the future. Through the nurturing of their God-given musical gifts and passion, each student will explore their calling through an intentional, personalized approach that undergirds and supports their development as Christian musicians, educators, scholars, and performers. Throughout their time at the Department of Music, each student will experience life at the intersection of faith and music-making and will develop a path forward through college and into the future where they will maximize their impact as leaders for Christ and the world. 

Requirements:

Apply to Gordon College and the Department of Music no later than February 16, 2025.

Perform your audition by February 22 to be eligible for the Music Leadership and the Music Education Honors awards. Live and Zoom audition dates are available in December, January, and February. 

Learn more about our Music program →

Music Major Scholarship
$3,000 per year
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding abilities in performance and/or who show significant potential as future music educators.

Students must apply to the Department of Music by March 31, 2025, and perform their audition by the end of April to be eligible for a stackable music major scholarship. All scholarships are awarded by the faculty to incoming music majors based on their entrance audition and interview.

Learn more about music scholarships 

Music Minor and Musical Theatre Minor Scholarships
$1,000 — $2,000 per year
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Awarded to students who demonstrate well-rounded musical abilities and a willingness to engage and contribute to the Department of Music.

Students must apply to the Department of Music by March 31, 2025, and perform their audition by the end of April to be eligible for a stackable music minor scholarship. All scholarships are awarded by the faculty to incoming music majors based on their entrance audition and interview.

Learn more about music scholarships 

Ensemble Participation Scholarship
$1,000 per year (based on Ensemble Participation)
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Awarded to students who are not music majors or minors. These are awarded to eligible students who demonstrate a high level of musical proficiency, and a desire to participate in Department of Music ensembles during their time as a Gordon College student.

Students must apply to the Department of Music by March 31, 2025, to be eligible for an Ensemble Participation scholarship. Scholarships are awarded by the faculty to incoming students based on their audition. 

Learn more about music scholarships

Art Major Scholarship
$1,000—3,000 per year
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Awarded to students enrolling as a fine arts major whose art portfolio has been reviewed by the Department of Fine Arts. These awards recognize excellence and the potential to contribute to the arts at Gordon.

Students who wish to be eligible for an art major scholarship must submit their portfolio by March 31, 2025.

Learn more about art scholarships

Theatre Major Scholarship
$1,000—3,000 per year
(Added to your academic scholarship and other scholarships up to $22,000)

Awarded to students enrolling as a theatre major who have auditioned within the Theatre Program. These awards recognize excellence and the potential to contribute to the arts at Gordon.

Theatre Experience Day on Saturday, March 29, 2025 is the last day to audition for the Scholarship.
Deadline to apply is March 22, 2025.

Learn more about theatre scholarships

International Student Ministry Grant
$1,000 per year | $4,000 over four years

In addition to merit-based scholarships, certain international applicants are eligible to receive a grant of $1,000 based on financial need and/or a parent who is in full-time ministry or missions work. To apply for this grant, please complete the International Student Finance Form on the accepted student portal.

Because "full" scholarships are not available, F-1 Visa students should plan to have documented funding from multiple sources (e.g., from Gordon College and from family members or other sponsors).

Grapevine Scholarship
$1,000 per year | $4,000 over four years

This scholarship is awarded to high school graduates from our Gordon Grapevine Consortium.

To learn more about joining the Gordon Grapevine Consortium, contact Sharon Carlson, Director of School Relations, at [email protected].

Church Student Assistance Program
Up to $1,000 per year | Up to $4,000 over four years

The Church Student Assistance Program is an opportunity for a church to assist its Gordon students with college costs by giving a minimum of $250. Gordon will match up to $1,000 of their gift.

Learn more about the Church Student Assistance Program

Alumni Referral Scholarship
$1,000 per year | $4,000 over four years

This scholarship is awarded to incoming first-year students who have been referred by a graduate of Gordon College.

Learn more about the Alumni Referral Scholarship

Young Life Scholarship
$500 per year | $2,000 over four years
Awarded to students who are active members of Young Life. Applicants may be asked to complete additional essay questions and provide recommendations from Young Life leaders.

Apply for Young Life scholarship

Outside Scholarships

To find scholarships and grants outside of Gordon College, search the following sites:

www.thrivent.com
www.supercollege.com
www.studentscholarshipsearch.com
www.fastweb.com
www.collegeexpress.com
www.scholarships.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.myscholly.com

Gordon College has the right to modify, suspend or terminate the terms and conditions of scholarships as circumstances change.

On Campus Employment

The Student Employment Office provides students with part-time, temporary and seasonal employment opportunities while enrolled at Gordon College. Visit the following site for more information:

Student Employment at Gordon College →

F-1 Visa international students can work up to 20 hours a week during the fall and spring semesters, when school is in session. They can also work up to 40 hours a week during the winter, spring, and summer breaks, when school is not in session. International Student Services helps students obtain a U.S. Social Security Number, after they arrive on campus and secure an on-campus job.

Students in other visa types or statuses are permitted to work up to 40 hours a week at all times, if they hold a valid EAD (Employment Authorization Document) card. Having an EAD card also allows a student to accept off-campus employment for an unlimited number of hours a week.