The Bellarmine University Scarlet Scholarships is available to entering first-year students based on the admissions application. Students must have a strong academic profile and extracurricular involvement. Students must maintain full-time enrollment status to maintain this award, and the award only covers tuition costs during the fall and spring semesters. For students who intend to apply for a full-tuition scholarship, they must submit a recommendation letter from a high school counselor or teacher. Students may choose a test-optional application.