Premier Scholarships
Major Support for Major Scholars
Premier Scholarships Cover Full Tuition & Fees!
Are you an academic high performer? Are you looking for a competitive edge in employment? Do you want focused preparation geared toward admission to graduate programs and prestigious postgraduate fellowships?
Our Premier Scholarship offers our most competitive package for our most promising students. The scholarships cover the full cost of undergraduate tuition and fees at Millsaps for four academic years.
In addition to the financial award, each of the 16 Premier Scholarships provide you with a community of distinguished, highly motivated peers. As a Premier Scholar, you will share experiences that enrich your education and prepare you for focused achievements in scholarship or service.
Together, you will take part in an honors-level course track as well as community exploration and engagement. You will connect with interests, strengths and networks curated for your personal and professional development.
As part of your scholarship, you are guaranteed support for an experiential learning opportunity. This includes study abroad, paid internships, paid research assistantships or a summer stipend to support fellowship programs.
Our shared Premier-specific curriculum, spanning three years at Millsaps, puts you in the driver’s seat for career exploration and allows you to connect your interests through academics, relationships and experiences.
Premier Scholarship Experience
As a Premier Scholar, you will receive educational enrichment opportunities, including:
- A shared Premier-specific curriculum, spanning three years at Millsaps
- Focused preparation for prestigious postgraduate fellowships
- Guaranteed support for at least one experiential learning opportunity such as study abroad, paid internship, paid research experience or a stipend for summer fellowship programs
You will be with a group of students who share similar interests. Your group will be housed in a living/learning community your first year to provide active, interactive and dynamic settings to grow and thrive.
As a Premier Scholar, you will have a faculty/staff mentor and benefit from the built-in support systems that come from living and working with outstanding peers.
Dates & Deadlines
| August 1, 2026 | Scholarship Application Opens |
| December 11, 2026 by 4:00pm CST | Application Closes (Application must be submitted in its entirety, with all supplemental materials included) |
| January 15, 2027 | Finalist Notification |
| February 5-6, 2027 | Scholars Weekend |
| March 12, 2027 by 4:00pm CST | Scholarship Acceptance Deadline (Offers must be accepted in writing and deposit must be received by this deadline) |
Application Requirements
Become a Millsaps Premier Scholar. Application Requirements
You must have an unweighted minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and a minimum ACT score of 28 or 1300 on the SAT. You will need to attend Millsaps for your undergraduate education for at least three years.
A complete application for the Premier Scholarship includes the following:
- Standard Millsaps application or Common Application must be completed before applying for Premier Scholarship
- Premier Scholarship Application comprising the following:
- A short essay response to one of the two provided prompts. Essay must be 500-700 words.
- Two letters of recommendation. One should be from a teacher, counselor or principal; one should be from a coach, an employer or a mentor. Letters should not come from a relative.
- Optional portfolio of work demonstrating your achievements in relevant areas (academic, artistic, performative, leadership, etc.).
Frequently Asked Questions
What scholarships are available at Millsaps College?
All admitted students are automatically considered for merit scholarships up to $34,000 per year — no separate application needed. Premier Scholarships cover full tuition and fees (requires 3.5 GPA + 28 ACT/1300 SAT, 16 awarded annually). Talent scholarships exist for music, art, and theatre. 95% of students receive financial aid. Transfer students receive $18,000–$22,000 plus a $6,000 housing grant.
What merit scholarships does Millsaps College offer?
Millsaps offers automatic merit scholarships up to $34,000 per year for all admitted students. Premier Scholarships cover full tuition and fees — 16 are awarded annually, requiring a 3.5 GPA and 28 ACT/1300 SAT. Talent scholarships are available for music, art, and theatre. Legacy students ($1,000) and Methodist students have additional opportunities. Transfer merit awards range $18,000–$22,000.
How important are essays in the Millsaps application?
Essays are important at Millsaps, especially since Millsaps is test-optional and GPA carries more weight in the review. A strong personal essay helps admission counselors understand your character, goals, and fit. For Premier Scholarship consideration, a 500–700 word essay is required along with two letters of recommendation. Essays are evaluated as part of the holistic review process.
Are there honors programs at Millsaps College?
Yes — the Premier Scholarship is Millsaps’ flagship honors program, awarding 16 students full tuition and fees per year in a living/learning community with faculty mentors. Requirements: 3.5 GPA + 28 ACT/1300 SAT. The Compass Curriculum also integrates honors-level learning across all majors. Multiple honor societies are active on campus including Alpha Epsilon Delta (pre-health).
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