Academic Scholars
Students automatically qualify for the Academic Scholars Program by being named a Presidential Scholar by the U.S. Department of Education, a National Merit Scholar or National Merit Finalist, or by scoring in the 99th percentile of the American College Testing Program. In addition to automatic qualifiers, five additional academic scholars are selected each year. The recipients of these five scholarships must meet at least two of the following requirements: 1) have a composite ACT score of 30 or higher , 2) 3.8 or higher high school GPA, 3) be ranked in the top 4% of their senior class. Applications are available in the Office of Scholarships, the Office of Student Financial Services, and all branch campus offices.
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Award: $7,426
Duration: 4 years
Deadline: February 1
Baccalaureate Scholars
Each year fifteen outstanding entering freshmen are selected as Baccalaureate Scholars. Eligibility is based on an ACT composite score of 30 or higher, 3.5 high school GPA, exceptional class rank, or status as a National Merit Semifinalist or Commended Student. Applications are available in the Office of Scholarships, the Office of Student Financial Services, and all branch campus offices.
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Download an application (pdf)
Award: $8,426
Duration: 4 years
Deadline: February
Collegiate Scholars
The Collegiate Scholarship is offered to entering freshmen with an ACT composite score of 27 or higher and a 3.5 high school GPA. Award is applied toward tuition only and does not cover other enrollment fees, books, or room & board.
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Award: $1,700
Duration: 4 years
Priority Deadline: March 1