Scholarships for Current Students
In addition to any renewable freshman scholarships, WWU awards the following to selected continuing undergraduate students:
Employment Recognition Award | $300-$1,000 per year
Walla Walla University distributes a number of awards to students each spring in recognition of outstanding work. Nominations for awards are made by departments and supervisors and are for the following school year.
Camp Match
WWU matches 75% of the student's gross earnings up to $2,000 per year when they work as an overnight camp staff member, renewable. For camp details and to apply, click here.
Church Match
When a student's home church contributes to the student's educational expenses, Walla Walla University matches the first $3,000 from the church provided. Up to $3,000 per year depending on financial need, renewable. For the application form, click here.
Colporteur Match
WWU matches 75% of the student's gross earnings up to $2,000 per year when they work as a colporteur. For details and to apply, click here.
Additional Scholarships | Amounts vary | Over $1 million in scholarships awarded annually
Additional scholarships for continuing students are offered through the generosity of alumni and friends of Walla Walla University. Awards Celebration is an annual event where over 500 scholarships are awarded to continuing students.
Contact Nathan Follett, Director of Student Financial Services, at nathan.follett@wallawalla.edu or 509-527-2815 if you have any questions.
Awards Celebration
What is it?
Alumni and friends of WWU have provided additional scholarships for WWU students through endowments and generous annual gifts.
Learn the stories behind these endowed and annual scholarships.
When may I apply?
The award application for the 2027-2028 school year will open in February 2027. Students will be notified via email and the daily announcements when the application is live.
Are the scholarships need-based or merit-based?
There are many scholarships awarded based on merit, community engagement, academic programs, work, and more. However, almost half of all scholarships awarded do have a need component.
To be evaluated for financial need, students can complete one of the following:
- FAFSA - for US citizens and eligible non-citizens
- WASFA - for WA State residents who cannot complete the FAFSA
- CSS Profile - for international students and others who cannot complete a FAFSA or WASFA
If you have any questions about applying for need-based student aid, our Student Financial Services Team is here to help.