Discovery Visit & Apply Grant
A $2,000 grant for eligible admitted first-year students entering John Carroll University in fall 2027. Apply by December 1, 2026, and visit by February 1, 2027.
Two steps to qualify for $2,000
Apply by December 1, 2026
Submit your application for admission to JCU. Only your application needs to be submitted by this date. Transcripts and other supporting materials are not required by the grant application deadline.
Visit by February 1, 2027
Complete an in-person visit or event hosted by the JCU Office of Admission.
December 1 is the grant application deadline. It is not an extension of Early Action, which closed November 1, 2026. The Regular Decision deadline is February 1, 2027.
Eligibility and your award
Admitted first-year students entering JCU in fall 2027 who meet the application and visit requirements qualify for this $2,000 grant. Consideration is automatic if you are eligible, and the grant is included in your JCU financial aid offer.
Frequently asked questions
What if I already applied?
If you submitted your application by December 1, 2026, you have met the grant application deadline. You must also meet the qualifying visit requirement by February 1, 2027.
Which visits or events qualify?
Qualifying visits include any in-person visit or event hosted by the JCU Office of Admission.
Do I need a separate grant application?
No. Consideration is automatic for eligible students who meet the application and visit requirements.
How will I receive the grant?
If you are admitted and meet the eligibility requirements, the grant will be included in your JCU financial aid offer.
Questions about your eligibility? Contact your admission counselor.
