Long-Vanderburg Scholars Program

Graduating student speaking

Recognizing Service, Leadership and Community Service

The Long-Vanderburg (LV) Scholars Program recognizes high scholastic achievement among underrepresented students and their allies. Students in the program have a demonstrated commitment to the advancement of social justice through service, leadership and community engagement.

The LV Program is named in honor of Millikin's first two African-American graduates, Fred Long and Marian Vanderburg. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years as long as the student maintains a 3.2/4.0 cumulative GPA and actively participates in the program.

Students must first submit their application for admission to Millikin University by December 1 and receive an acceptance packet before they can apply for scholarships. Admitted students can access the application through their VIP page.

  • Hear from student Amelia Aayotte on her own experience as a Long-Vanderburg Scholar at Millikin.

    Scholarship Benefits 

    • Up to $20,000 ($5,000 annually) over four years
    • Specialized courses and Performance Learning opportunities that foster academic, cultural and personal growth
    • Residence in exclusive Living-Learning Communities
    • The LV Scholars Freshman Summer Leadership Academy
    • Global opportunities — apply for an additional LV travel stipend to study abroad!

  • Scholarship for: First-Year & Transfer Students

    Amount: $20,000 ($5,000/year) + study abroad scholarship

    Deadline: January 15 (First-Year); April 1 (Transfer)