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Scholarships

Over 99% of Southern Nazarene University TRADITIONAL students receive institutional scholarships and grants every year.

We think of SNU as a community resource. We strive to keep our tuition as low as possible so that everyone can benefit from the curriculum and activities it embodies. Most importantly, we never deny a person the opportunity to become a part of the Southern Nazarene family. We work hard to make sure that our university is an affordable option for the education of a student’s lifetime.

Academic Merit Scholarships

  • Please contact an Admissions Recruiter or Financial Award Manager (405) 491-6324 for specifics.
  • A minimum high school GPA of 3.0 is required for regular admission.  Students admitted to the University in this category receive an academic scholarship.
  • Students with a high school GPA below a 3.0 may submit documents through their admissions recruiter to be considered for review.  These students do not qualify for academic merit scholarships.
  • All scholarships are available only to full-time students in traditional programs unless otherwise specified.

Outside Scholarships

  • Current and future SNU students can search for outside scholarships by logging into their my.snu.edu portal by clicking here.

Scholarship Opportunities for incoming Freshman

Students registered for Oklahoma’s Promise may be eligible for a FULL TUITION WAIVER at SNU.
Application Deadline: Ongoing
 
SNU is one of only two evangelical Christian liberal arts schools in the country competing in college policy debate. Our debaters are from all majors and experience levels.
Application Deadline: Ongoing, fill out Debate Inquiry Form to apply
 
SNU is the only Christian University west of the Mississippi with an
Equestrian program. All riding levels are accepted. Horse and tack are provided.
Application Deadline: Ongoing, fill out the Equestrian Inquiry form for more information
 
SNU is committed to raising up students who lead others to be Purposefully Different. PLS students are active on campus and serve as Student Ambassadors.
Application Deadline: Application opens on September 1, Closes on February 28th
 
First-time, full-time students with qualifying scores and GPA are eligible to compete for one full-ride award and three full-tuition Kairos Scholars awards.
Application Deadline: Application opens on September 1, Closes on January 31st
 
Interested in Music, but don’t want to major in it? Scholarships available through audition, regardless of major, for vocal or instrumental talent.
Application Deadline: Various audition dates throughout the fall and early spring
 
High School Juniors and Seniors interested in majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Math/Science Education or Math field (including pre-med, pre-pharmacy and other pre-health professions) are invited to participate in Science Scholars interviews for a chance to earn a scholarship.
Application Deadline: October 1
 
HOPE RISING
Hope Rising Leadership Program is designed to build future leaders through acts of service. Recipients are required to complete 20 hours of service per semester with regular meetings for training and discipleship.
Application Deadline: Application opens on September 1 and closes on February 28th
 
Are you interested in majoring in Pastoral Ministry, Theology, Missions or Youth Ministry? This program helps ministerial students receive practical ministry experience throughout their college experience. In return, the interns receive scholarship money for the ministry hours that they work.
Application Deadline: Ongoing, see website for specific application details
 
Additional Scholarship Opportunities:
  • Do you attend a Nazarene Church?
  • Did your parents, grandparents, or siblings attend SNU?
  • Are you the child of a senior pastor or full - time associate pastor?
  • Have either of your parents ever served, or are they currently serving, in the military?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, talk to your SNU Recruiter about these scholarship opportunities.
 

Scholarship Awarding Policy

If all scholarships and grants (other than Pell) exceed actual charges (tuition, fees*, room and board**, and books), SNU ‘s institutional scholarships will be reduced to stay within actual charges.

If additional financial aid is received or living arrangements change, an adjustment will be made to your award package. These awards are based on full-time enrollment and satisfactory academic progress.

*Fees will be covered including general, health and course fees with the exception of the health insurance, class trip fees and travel fees.

**No institutional funds will be refunded to off-campus students. Students will be allowed outside funds (including Pell) to cover the equivalent of double occupancy dorm room and 15 meal plan.