Long-Vanderburg Scholars Program

Graduating student speaking

Recognizing Diversity, Leadership and Service

The Long-Vanderburg program recognizes high scholastic achievement among underrepresented students or students who have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, leadership and community service.

The LV Program is named in honor of 星空无限传媒'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  to 星空无限传媒 University by December 1 and receive an acceptance packet before they can apply for scholarships. Admitted students can access the application through their .

  • Hear from student Amelia Aayotte on her own experience as a Long-Vanderburg Scholar at 星空无限传媒.

    Program Benefits 

    • Up to $20,000 ($5,000 annually) over four years
    • Specialized courses designed to foster cultural, identity and leadership development
    • The LV Scholars Freshman Summer Leadership Academy
    • Residences in exclusive Living Learning Communities
    • Contribution to impactful service projects
    • Participation in distinctive LV programs and activities focused on preparing scholars for success
    • 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)