Kalamazoo College Scholarships
In addition to merit scholarships, Kalamazoo College offers several other scholarships for incoming students. Some scholarships may require an additional application or other steps. Additional information on these scholarships can be found below:
Fine Arts Scholarships
Fine Arts Scholarships are awarded to those prospective admitted students who show outstanding talent and/or achievements in visual art (all mediums), music (all types) or theatre (acting or tech/design). Recipients receive a $5,000 tuition-specific scholarship (renewable for up to four years). Recipients do not need to major or minor in the arts to be eligible for this scholarship. Additional information can be found on the Fine Arts Scholarship website.
Global Leadership Scholarships
Kalamazoo College proudly offers a select number of full-tuition Global Leadership Scholarships (GLS) to incoming international students. These prestigious awards recognize academic achievement and are renewed all four years, based on current cost of attendance. Recipients of the GLS are not eligible for additional merit scholarships from Kalamazoo College.
All applicants must have fully completed their Common Application by November 1 and received an admission decision by December 15. Additional requirements include:
- GLS Application with Short Essay Responses – can be accessed through the student’s Kalamazoo College application portal.
- Leadership Resume – one-page resume highlighting professional/volunteer experience, coursework, or training, that demonstrates leadership and/or has a global focus.
- Letter of Recommendations – A letter of recommendation from someone who can reflect on student’s leadership abilities and dedication to broadening your global perspective.
K Tradition Scholarships
These scholarships are for students who have one grandparent, parent, step-parent or legal guardian as an alum of Kalamazoo College. This award is open to first-year, transfer and international applicants.
Scholarship Partner Programs
Kalamazoo College is proud to partner with a number of external scholarship programs to make college affordable for our students. These scholarship programs may have additional applications or requirements that students must meet. Please review the program websites for information on eligibility and requirements. Below you will find additional details on those programs:
Kalamazoo Promise
Kalamazoo College is a proud partner of the Kalamazoo Promise Scholarship for students who graduate from Kalamazoo Public Schools. Eligibility is determined by the Kalamazoo Promise program office and rosters are sent to Kalamazoo College. Promise-eligible students are not eligible to receive merit scholarship aid from the College in addition to the Promise award; the level of tuition support is dependent on the qualifying years of eligibility under the terms of the Promise. For program details, please review the Kalamazoo Promise website.
Below you will find the level of tuition support provided by both the Kalamazoo Promise and Kalamazoo College for the 2025-26 academic year:
| Attendance at KPS | Promise Benefit | K Promise Scholarship | K College Scholarship | Total Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K-12 | 100% | $19,497 | $43,980 | $63,477 |
| 1-12 | 95% | $18,523 | $43,980 | $62,503 |
| 2-12 | 95% | $18,523 | $43,980 | $62,503 |
| 3-12 | 95% | $18,523 | $43,980 | $62,503 |
| 4-12 | 90% | $17,548 | $43,980 | $61,528 |
| 5-12 | 85% | $16,573 | $43,980 | $60,533 |
| 6-12 | 80% | $15,598 | $43,980 | $59,578 |
| 7-12 | 75% | $14,623 | $43,980 | $58,603 |
| 8-12 | 70% | $13,648 | $43,980 | $57,628 |
| 9-12 | 65% | $12,673 | $43,980 | $56,653 |
Incoming students must complete the scholarship acceptance form through the Kalamazoo Promise website before funds can be applied to your student account here at K.
If students file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), they may also be eligible for additional federal and state need-based aid.
Bearcat Advantage
Kalamazoo College is a proud partner of the Bearcat Advantage program for students who graduate from Battle Creek Public Schools. Students who are eligible for the Bearcat Advantage are not eligible to receive merit scholarship aid from the College. The level of tuition support is dependent on the qualifying years of eligibility under the terms of the Bearcat Advantage. For program details, please review the Bearcat Advantage website.
Below you will find the level of tuition support provided by both the Bearcat Advantage and Kalamazoo College for the 2025-26 academic year:
| Attendance at BCPS | Tuition Benefit | Bearcat Advantage Scholarship | K College Scholarship | Total Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K-12 | 100% | $19,497 | $43,980 | $63,477 |
| 1-12 | 95% | $18,523 | $43,980 | $62,503 |
| 2-12 | 95% | $18,523 | $43,980 | $62,503 |
| 3-12 | 95% | $18,523 | $43,980 | $62,503 |
| 4-12 | 90% | $17,548 | $43,980 | $61,528 |
| 5-12 | 85% | $16,573 | $43,980 | $60,533 |
| 6-12 | 80% | $15,598 | $43,980 | $59,578 |
| 7-12 | 75% | $14,623 | $43,980 | $58,603 |
| 8-12 | 70% | $13,648 | $43,980 | $57,628 |
| 9-12 | 65% | $12,673 | $43,980 | $56,653 |
If students file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), they may also be eligible for additional federal and state need-based aid.
Heyl Scholarships
The Heyl Scholarship is a competitive scholarship open to high school students from Kalamazoo Public Schools who are interested in beginning their careers in STEM at Kalamazoo College. Scholars selected for the program are awarded a scholarship for tuition, mandatory fees, room, and a book allowance. Scholars are required to ultimately pursue a major in the natural sciences at Kalamazoo College. For full program details, please see the Heyl Scholarship website.