Presidential Scholarship Application 2026

The top merit award available to Randolph College applicants, the Presidential Scholarship is a full tuition award offered to first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic qualities along with significant extracurricular pursuits.

Students who apply for this scholarship may also receive consideration for our Global Scholars initiative, which provides a free international trip for a select group of our first-year students. Please select the box below if you would like to also be considered for our Global Scholars initiative.

As part of this competition, applicants are required to submit a 1-3 page, double-spaced writing sample or a 3-5 minute presentation on one of the topics below. Each submission will need to be accompanied by at least two letters of recommendation which may include but are not limited to: teachers, counselors, coaches, community leaders, or other persons with non-familial relationships.

Semi-finalists will also be asked to complete an on-campus interview with the scholarship committee.

Commitment to Leadership

Describe a time you showed leadership, the role played, and the outcome. How will you continue developing leadership skills in college?

Fostering Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

Explain how you will promote diversity and inclusion on campus, reflecting on your experiences, the actions you'll take to create a welcoming environment, and how you'll share your culture and community.

Your Degree, Your Impact

Your college degree is a tool to make a difference in society. Explain how you plan to use your education to address a societal challenge or contribute to the greater good.

Submission Deadline: January 26, 2026
Winners announced: Week of March 1, 2026

*The Presidential Scholarship is a tuition-only scholarship which replaces all other institutional scholarships and grants offered by Randolph College.

First Name*

Last Name*

Preferred Name*

Email Address*

Name of High School*

Are you interested in our Global Scholars Initiative?

Yes

Presidential Scholarship Interest and Motivation Reflection

Please respond briefly (3-5 sentences):
Why are you interested in participating in the Randolph College Presidential Scholarship Competition, and what do you hope to gain from the experience?

Please select one of the essay options and then upload it below*

Commitment to Leadership: Describe a time you showed leadership, the role played, and the outcome. How will you continue developing leadership skills in college?

Fostering Diversity and Inclusion on Campus: Explain how you will promote diversity and inclusion on campus, reflecting on your experiences, the actions you'll take to create a welcoming environment, and how you'll share your culture and community.

Your Degree, Your Impact: Your college degree is a tool to make a difference in society. Explain how you plan to use your education to address a societal challenge or contribute to the greater good.

Scholarship Essay Upload*

Recommendation Upload

Presidential Scholarship Commitment

By signing below, I acknowledge that:

I have reviewed all suggested eligibility requirements for the Presidential Scholarship.
I will submit any pre-competition materials (essays, resume, recommendations) by the required deadlines.
I will conduct myself with professionalism, respect, and integrity throughout the competition process.
I understand that failure to participate in any portion of the competition, or to meet deadlines, may result in my disqualification from consideration.
If selected as a semi-finalist, I understand that I am required to participate in an on-campus portion as part of the interview process.

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