Our Opportunities

How to Apply

Admitted students can apply for Calvin University scholarships from December 1 to January 31, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Complete two sections to apply: 

  1. the General Application and
  2. the New Student Application or the Returning Student Application.

Music scholarships need one extra form: 

  • the New Student Music Scholarship Application or the Returning Student Music Scholarship Application.

To start, click “Sign In” and enter your Calvin username and passphrase. Save your answers any time by clicking “Save and Keep Editing.” For help, email scholarships@calvin.edu

When finished, you’re automatically considered for ALL named scholarships*. You will also receive a list of “Recommended” scholarships. Apply by answering their specific questions. 

A few external scholarships, such as the Hugh and Eve Meeter Calvinism Award, are available under the “Opportunities” tab. 

Awarding Scholarships

Calvin awards scholarships for the upcoming academic year in mid to late March. 

*Named scholarships are competitive. Automatic consideration does not guarantee an award.

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Opportunities Table
Award Name Actions
$4,100 Samuel L. Westerman Foundation Scholarship
Mr. Samuel L. Westerman established a foundation in 1971 and upon his...
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$3,900 Seymour Swets Voice Award
Contributions have been received by the Music Department in memory of...
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$7,100 Tom and Marcia Nobel Music Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Tom and Marcia Nobel in thankfulness...
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$2,300 Trena Haan Voice Scholarship
Mrs. Trena Haan, a vocal music teacher for more than 60 years, with...
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$3,200 Vander Griend Voice Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Carolyn Vander Griend who was...
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$2,900 Vander Heide Voice Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Jan and Anne Vander Heide...
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$4,000 VanderBeek/Palma Piano Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Eleanor Vander Beek Palma,...
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$3,500 VanderHaagen Family Scholarship for Church Musicians
The VanderHaagen family believe that music is used by the Spirit to...
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$4,000 Vrieland Family Business and Music Scholarship
Curtis and the late Nancy Vrieland established this scholarship for...
Ended
$6,120 William E. and Connie L. Van Eerden Family Scholarship
This scholarship was established by William E. Van Eerden, M.D., as a...
Ended