The following John Cabot University scholarships and grants are available to degree-seeking students and apply to the regular academic (fall and spring semesters) year only.
Expansion Scholarships
JCU’s new Expansion Scholarships are designed to increase ethnic and national diversity at the University and are awarded to students who are citizens of countries in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe (including Russia), and Latin America. Students who are national minorities within their own countries will also be considered for this scholarship.
The Expansion Scholarship is a €4,000 annual scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship, you need a GPA of 2.75 (or equivalent) and have demonstrated leadership potential. You will automatically be considered for a scholarship based on your application to JCU. No additional application is required.
Expansion Scholarships renew automatically each academic year, if you maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 and satisfactory academic progress.
Presidential Scholarships
JCU Presidential Scholarships are awarded primarily on the basis of academic achievement. The student’s personal statement may also be considered when determining the award of this scholarship. If you are a new freshmen or transfer student with a strong academic record, you may qualify for annual Presidential Scholarships in the following amounts:
| Cumulative GPA (or equivalent) |
Annual Presidential Scholarship |
| 3.75 and above |
up to € 7,000 or $ 9,500 |
| 3.50 to 3.74 |
up to € 6,000 or $ 8,000 |
| 3.00 to 3.49 |
up to € 3,750 or $ 5,000 |
You will automatically be considered for a scholarship based on your application to JCU. No additional application is required.
For students who come from the British educational system, the Presidential Scholarships are awarded based on the average grade of three A-levels using the following conversion:
| A-level grade |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
| Equivalent GPA Points |
4.00 |
3.50 |
3.00 |
2.50 |
2.00 |
For example, students who have an AAB would have an equivalent GPA of: (4.0 + 4.0 + 3.5)/3 = 3.83.
For other students who have graduated with the International Baccalaureate (IB), Presidential Scholarships are awarded in the following amounts:
| IB Diploma Grade |
Annual Presidential Scholarship |
| 36 and above |
up to € 7,000 or $ 9,500 |
| 28 to 35 |
up to € 6,000 or $ 8,000 |
| 24 to 27 |
up to € 3,750 or $ 5,000 |
For all other students, your admissions counselor will compute your equivalent GPA.
Scholarships are initially awarded for one entire academic year. They are renewed annually provided that you maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA and satisfactory academic progress at the end of each scholarship year.
Navigator Scholarship
The Navigator Scholarship is awarded to new degree-seeking students (freshman and transfer applicants) who have demonstrated an appreciation for the richness and diversity of other cultures and have shown they have leadership potential. The Navigator Scholarship is awarded based on the application essay and letters of recommendation.
This is a one-time only award of $1000 (€700). The award is disbursed over two semesters in equal disbursements of $500 (€350).
This scholarship cannot be combined with other institutional aid with the exception of Work Study and JCU Financial Assistance Grants. You will automatically be considered for a scholarship based on your application to JCU. No additional application is required.
Sibling Tuition Reduction
John Cabot University offers a 20% tuition reduction to the siblings of enrolled students. Students who have a sibling who has graduated from JCU will also receive a 20% tuition reduction. The tuition discount will apply for each subsequent sibling who enters the University after the first.
Example A: John Smith enters JCU as a freshman and pays normal tuition. The following year his brother Paul Smith enrolls at the University and receives a 20% tuition reduction.
Example B: Mark Smith, brother of JCU students John and Paul, also enrolls at JCU at a 20% tuition discount.
Example C: Sally Cooper graduates from JCU. The following year her sister Laura enrolls at JCU and receives a 20% tuition reduction.
These grants are awarded independent of financial need. Qualifying students must submit a written statement to the Financial Aid Office stating that they have a sibling(s) currently studying at JCU or a sibling(s) who has graduated from JCU.
Children of Alumni Tuition Reduction Grants
The University also offers a 20% tuition reduction to children of John Cabot University graduates.
These grants are awarded independent of financial need.
Qualifying students must submit a written statement to the Financial Aid Office stating that they have a parent who has graduated from JCU.
JCU Assistance Grant
JCU Assistance Grants may be given to students who can demonstrate a legitimate need for aid. The amount awarded may range between $1,000 and $3,000 (or €750 and €2250) annually. The award will be based on the official EFC (expected family contribution) as determined by the FAFSA for US students; students from other countries are required to submit official tax documents that indicate annual family income. JCU Assistance Grants are limited and applications are accepted once per academic year for the following Fall semester. The priority application date for JCU Assistance Grants is April 15, 2012.
Students applying for the Financial Assistance Grant need to fill out a separate Application.
The Financial Assistance Grant may be supplemented by Work-Study.
The Alessandro Mioni Annual Student Scholarship Award
The Alessandro Mioni Annual Student Scholarship Award, funded by a donation from the family of Alessandro Mioni and matched by John Cabot University, is given each year to two current John Cabot University Students. Students must be nominated for this award by JCU Staff and Faculty.
Background
As a John Cabot University student, Alessandro Mioni was an inspiration to others. From the manner in which he modeled positive student behavior and dedicated his time and energy to projects in collaboration with faculty and staff, to his participation in the Student Ambassador program where he helped illuminate the need for students to be sensitive to the cultural and personal differences that characterize the JCU community. Alessandro Mioni was a young man who provided support to anyone who needed it and guided many through their lives with his outgoing character and constructive nature. He exemplified the educational goals of JCU to educate young people to be tolerant and respectful of others. The scholarship award recipient(s) carry forward these valued traits that Alessandro held dear.
Award and Eligibility
Two scholarships for €3000 (or $4000) each are awarded each year to students who have been nominated and selected by the award committee. The Scholarship is applied to the student’s JCU tuition for the spring or upcoming semester. Final award decisions will take into consideration the student’s JCU-funded financial aid package. Nominated students must meet the basic eligibility requirements of completion of 75 university credits of which 30 are from JCU and are in good academic standing. Students will receive notice of their nomination from the Financial Aid Office where they may be requested to supply additional supporting materials for the final award consideration