Scholarships

All students who apply for freshman admission
by March 1 are automatically considered
for merit scholarships.

Merit or Academic Awards

Scholarship Criteria for New Freshmen 

• The minimum criteria is a 3.5 cumulative GPA and 1100 on the SAT or 24 on the ACT (excluding the writing test results for both exams)
• Students who apply for admission will be automatically evaluated for scholarship eligibility during the admission process.
• All freshman applicants who are admitted and meet the minimum criteria will receive a scholarship. To receive an award, a completed application must be received by the International Center by March 1. The complete application for admission will include the application form, application fee, official high school transcript, proof of English language ability and SAT or ACT scores.
• Students whose applications become complete after March 1 will be considered for scholarships if funds are available.
• All awards are renewable. Students must enroll in 12 or more hours each semester and earn a cumulative GPR of 3.0.   Trustee's Scholarship recipients must earn a minimum GPR of 3.2 to qualify for a renewal of their scholarship.
• Note: Financial aid received from all sources cannot exceed the cost of attendance at Winthrop University. The Office of Financial Aid reserves the right to adjust the amount of a Winthrop scholarship as deemed necessary to comply with federal, state and institutional guidelines.

For the names and monetary value of the different merit or academic scholarships available at Winthrop University, visit the Office of Admissions Scholarship Criteria site.  Please note, international students studying for a degree at Winthrop on an F-1 student visa are categorized as Out-of-State Freshman.

Athletic Awards

Athletic scholarships are available for our 17 intercollegiate sports.  Please contact the International Center for more information on who to contact in our Athletic Department for information on athletic scholarships.

Talent Awards

Talent awards are awarded by the College of Visual and Performing Arts based on portfolio review or auditions.  Please contact the International Center for more information on who to contact in our CVPA Department for more information on talent-based scholarships.

Transfer Scholarships

Scholarships are available for students transferring to Winthrop University from other colleges/universities.  In order to qualify for a transfer scholarship a student must -

• The minimum criteria is a 3.5 cumulative GPA completed on 30 or more hours (excluding remedial or developmental courses).
• Students with a previously earned bachelor's degree or who are classified as a readmit are not eligible.
• Students who apply for admission will be automatically evaluated for scholarship eligibility during the admission process.   Transfer scholarships are considered only after the final college transcript has been received by the International Center.
• All awards are renewable based on the quidelines set forth by the Scholarship Committee.

International Ambassador Scholarship

The International Center provides a limited number of scholarships to selected undergraduate students that wish to serve as International Center Ambassadors.  These Ambassadors volunteer to help promote the goals of the International Center, support international students at Winthrop University and promote international understanding among local students and the broader community.  Scholarship recipients volunteer 30 hours per semester with the International Center.

Scholarships will be awarded by the International Center Scholarship Committee.   The scholarship applies during the Fall and Spring semesters (typically not during the summer sessions).   During the Fall and Spring semesters recipients would receive $250 per semester plus pay in-state tuition.   The total value of the scholarship is estimated at over $10,000 per academic year. 

If you are interested in applying for the scholarship please review our International Ambassador Scholarship application.  Submit your essay to The International Center of Winthrop University, 701 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, South Carolina, 29733, USA.  You may also submit your essay via email to the International Center.

On-campus Employment

International students are allowed to work on campus, but not off campus.  On campus jobs are available and international students can compete with other students for those positions.  On campus employment can be no more than 20 hours per week during the semesters and pays at least $7.25 per hour.   On campus employment cannot be considered when meeting the requirement for evidence of financial support.  You cannot depend on on-campus employment to pay tuition and other fees at Winthrop.  At $7.25 an hour for 20 hours per week a student would earn an estimated $145 per week.  At $145 per week for 15 weeks of a semester a student would earn an estimated $2,175.  Working 20 hours per week would give a student spending money for living expenses but not enough to pay tuition and fees, etc.

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate Assistantships are available to highly qualified graduate applicants.  Please visit the Graduate School for more information on GA positions.

Thank you for your interest in Winthrop University! 

Please contact the International Center if you have any questions about scholarships.