A CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
is an investment of a lifetime‌
95% 82%
of Williams students receive scholarship assistance
of Williams students receive federal aid
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How does Williams compare? Average Tuition/Fees per year Private Colleges in the U.S........................... $28,500* CCCU Colleges........................................... $22,684* Williams Baptist College.............................. $13,150
*Source: The Chronicle of Higher Education (Nov. 4, 2011).
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES If you Have or If you Are:
You are Eligible for:
Which is Worth Per Semester:
Freshman Academic/Leadership Opportunities An ACT of 28 and a high school Scholarship with Honors Varying Amounts GPA of 3.25 Program (see page 6 for summary) An ACT of 26-27 and a high school GPA of 3.0 OR Valedictorian of your high school class
President’s Select Scholarship $2,500
An ACT of 24-25 and a high school GPA of 3.0 OR Salutatorian of your high school class
President’s Scholarship
$2,000
An ACT of 22-23 and a high school GPA of 2.5, OR in the top 10% of your high school class
Dean’s Scholarship
$1,500
An ACT of 19-21 and a high school GPA of 2.5
Leadership Scholarship
$1,000
Attend High School in Lawrence County
Lawrence County Scholarship
$2,000 - $3,000 (Not Stackable)
Church Related Opportunities Active in your church Church Matching Scholarship OR Christian Foundation Scholarship
$400 (WBC will match church donation evenly) $3,000 (WBC will match $1 for every $2 from the church)
A high school senior or transfer
Baptist Associational Scholarship
$500 total for the first year only
A dependent child of a Southern Baptist minister and a full-time student
Ministerial Dependent Scholarship
$400
Ordained or licensed by a Southern Baptist church
Ministerial Scholarship
$825
Attend a private high school Private High School (for first time freshman only) Scholarship
$500 total (first year only)
A homeschool student
$500 total (first year only)
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Homeschool Scholarship
If you Have or If you Are:
You are Eligible for:
Which is Worth Per Semester:
Performance Opportunities Chosen by audition Williams Singers Scholarship $350 A music major recommended by Music Talentship Scholarship Varying Amounts the Chair of the Music Department
Chosen after a review of your portfolio Art Scholarship Varying Amounts Offered a scholarship by the head coach Athletic Scholarship Varying Amounts Combination Opportunities A dependent of a Southern Missionary Dependent Tuition, Room, Baptist missionary Scholarship (see specific Board & Fees requirements in the online catalog) Private Scholarships Private scholarships are made available through gifts of individuals, groups, churches, and/or organizations. A separate application is required and may be requested through the Office of Admissions. Recipients must meet certain restrictions to qualify for these scholarships. Outside Scholarships Hammons Charitable Foundation Scholarship was established in memory of Mr. and Mrs. O.P. Hammons by their son, Dr. Edward P. Hammons. Freshmen or sophomores from eastern Arkansas or western Tennessee who are active members of a Southern Baptist church are eligible to apply. The application is available at www.abf.org. The deadline is February 1. Transfer Academic Scholarship Opportunities Attend one of the following two-year institutions: Black River Technical College, Ozarka College, Arkansas Northeastern College, Crowley’s Ridge College, University of Arkansas Batesville, ASU-Newport, East Arkansas Community College and have a 3.0 GPA and 45 hours of college credit Summit Scholarship $2,000 A 3.0 college GPA at a 2 or 4 year college Academic Excellence Scholarship $1,500 A 2.5 college GPA at a 2 or 4 year college Institutional Scholarship
$500
A member of Phi Theta Kappa
$500
Phi Theta Scholarship
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SCHOLARSHIP WITH HONORS PROGRAM Students with an ACT of 28 or higher and a minimum high school GPA of 3.25 are eligible to compete for the following scholarships within the Williams Scholarship with Honors Program:
Trustee Scholarship: At least one applicant will be chosen each year to receive full tuition, room and board. The recipient of the Trustee Scholarship must maintain a 3.25 cumulative GPA.
Founder’s Scholarship: A select group of recipients will receive a $5,000 scholarship per semester.
Heritage Scholarship: A select group of recipients will receive a $4,000 scholarship per semester.
President’s Elite Scholarship: A select group of recipients will receive a $3,000 scholarship per semester. NOTE: Two reference forms are required and made available to the applicant once he or she is accepted for admission. (One recommendation is required from a teacher or administrator; one recommendation is required from a pastor or church leader.) Scholarship award notifications will be mailed beginning January 21, 2013.
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ARKANSAS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS Arkansas residents only
Take advantage of the Arkansas online universal application by going to www.adhe.edu and selecting the YOUniversal icon. This universal application serves as the online application for Arkansas state funded financial aid. With this application you can search and apply for scholarships and grants, create your account, check your status and receive notices through email and manage your account 24/7. Below is a list of scholarship programs and grant opportunities that you can apply for through the YOUniversal application: Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship Program Award amount at any Arkansas 4-year university or college is $4,500 per year for a full-time student. The deadline is June 1, 2013. Students must complete the FAFSA form, but there is no income requirement for this scholarship. Amounts are subject to change. Arkansas Governor’s Scholarship Program is divided into two categories: Governor’s Scholarship: A limited number of Arkansas residents receive awards of $4,000 per year. Governor’s Scholars awards are competitive and will be awarded to one student in each of Arkansas’ 75 counties. The deadline is February 1, 2013. Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship: Students who achieve a 32 composite score on the ACT or a 1410 combined math and critical reading score on the SAT and a 3.5 cumulative grade point average in high school OR students who are named a National Achievement Finalist or National Merit Finalist are eligible to apply for this scholarship. The amount of the scholarship is up to $10,000 per year. Williams makes up the difference to cover tuition, room, board, fees and books. The deadline is February 1, 2013.
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FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the starting point for the ENTIRE financial aid process and will determine if the student is eligible for the following: Federal Pell Grant Up to $2,775 per semester (‘12–’13 year amount).
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Up to $300 per semester; must be eligible for Pell in order to receive FSEOG.
Federal College Work-Study Students work an average of 6 hours a week on campus and earn up to $696 per semester. They receive a paycheck once a month on hours worked. Williams offers approximately 240 Federal Work-Study positions.
Federal Loans Students are eligible for a student loan for the amounts below:
gross amount
Freshman (0-29 hrs. accumulated)
Up to $3500 per year
Sophomore (30-59 hrs. accumulated)
Up to $4500 per year
Junior and Senior (60+ hrs. accumulated)
Up to $5500 per year
Dependent students are eligible for an additional unsubsidized loan in the amount of $2,000 per year. Independent students are eligible for an additional unsubsidized loan in the amount of $6,000 per year.
Federal Parent Loan Program (PLUS) Loans are provided to the parents of dependent undergraduate students who are enrolled on at least a half-time basis. Repayment begins 60 days after the loan has been fully disbursed, at a minimum of $50 per month with a variable interest rate not to exceed 9 percent. The loan amount can be up to the remainder of the student’s bill.
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FINANCIAL AID CHECKLIST September Apply for Admission on-line at www.williamsbaptistcollege.com. By applying for admission, you are also applying for academic scholarships.
January Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) worksheets are mailed to all applicants for the upcoming fall semester. You will also receive a Work-Study questionnaire at this time.
January-February Complete Federal income tax returns. Once your returns are complete, fill out the FAFSA on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Include Williams’ Federal school code (001106). If you do not have access to the Internet please call the Williams Office
of Admissions to request a paper copy of the FAFSA. Hammons Foundation Scholarship deadline is February 1. Governor’s Scholarship Program deadline is February 1. Christian Foundation Scholarship deadline is February 15.
March Once FAFSA results are received by Williams, financial aid award letters are mailed to Freshman applicants. Your admissions counselor will follow-up with a phone call to review your financial aid package. As additional scholarships are awarded, revisions will be mailed to you.
April Early pre-registration for first-time freshmen begins.
June Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship deadline is June 1.
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EXAMPLE OF A FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE Costs for 2012-2013 academic year: Tuition............................................................ $6,150 per semester Room and Board........................................... $3,000 per semester General Fees.................................................... $425 per semester
Total costs (excluding books)...............$9,575 per semester Awards: President’s Scholarship................................. $2,000 Federal Pell Grant......................................... $1,700 FSEOG............................................................. $300 Work-Study....................................................... $696 Arkansas Challenge Scholarship.................. $2,250 Restricted Scholarship..................................... $600 Church Matching Scholarship.......................... $400 Student Loan................................................. $1,750
per per per per per per per per
semester semester semester semester semester semester semester semester
Total Financial Aid Package.................$9,696 per semester
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CONTACT INFORMATION Barbara Turner Director of Financial Aid 1-800-722-4434 or 870-759-4112 financialaid@wbcoll.edu
Office of Financial Aid P.O. Box 3734 Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
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“A Christian college education at Williams Baptist College is an investment that pays dividends for a lifetime, and we are committed to assisting students in making that investment as affordable as possible. The information in this brochure and our excellent financial aid staff will help guide you to maximize the resources available to you. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We look forward to serving you!” Dr. Thomas Jones, WBC President
P.O. Box 3737 | Walnut Ridge, AR 72476 | 1-800-722-4434 | www.williamsbaptistcollege.com