- To qualify for Special Interest Awards, students must apply for admission before submitting a Special Interest Award application or audition request form.
- In addition to one Wittenberg Scholarship, students may receive one special interest award.
- Interested students must apply separately to be considered for any Special Interest Award.
- Students may apply for multiple Special Interest Awards, but may only receive one.
- All awards will be renewed for up to four years if the student maintains good academic standing and meets the award-specific renewal criteria.
Special Interest Award in Chemistry (Up to $2,000)
- Application deadline: December 15
This award recognizes students who demonstrate an interest in studying chemistry.
Special Interest Award in Community Engagement (Up to $2,000)
- Application deadline: December 15
This competitive award recognizes students who demonstrate a sustained commitment to community service, and exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Special Interest Award in Entrepreneurship (Up to $2,000)
- Application Deadline: December 15
This award recognized students who are interested in the study and practice of entrepreneurship, regardless of major or minor.
Special Interest Award in Environmental Science (Up to $2,000)
- Application Deadline: December 15
This award recognizes students who are passionate about the environment. A major or minor in environmental science is required.
Special Interest Award in Leadership (Up to $2,000)
- Application deadline: December 15
This competitive award recognizes students who have had superior leadership experience and are interested in applying and furthering their leadership skills in college.
Special Interest Award in Art (Up to $2,000)
Interested students must submit a portfolio of up to 20 recent works by December 15. The portfolio must be in a PowerPoint presentation format. Recipients must maintain an art major or minor.
Special Interest Award in Dance (Starting at $1,000)
- Admission Application Deadline: January 21
- Scholarship Audition Request Deadline: January 21
Recipients must actively participate in the dance program at Wittenberg, regardless of major or minor.
Special Interest Award in Theatre (Starting at $1,000)
- Admission Application Deadline: January 21
- Scholarship Audition Request Deadline: January 21
Recipients must actively participate in the theatre program at Wittenberg, regardless of major or minor.
Special Interest Award in Music (Starting at $1,000)
- Admission Application Deadline: January 21
- Scholarship Audition Request Deadline: January 21
Audition guidelines are available online: Here. Recipients must actively participate in the music program at Wittenberg, regardless of major or minor.