Scholarships are organized by region:
Midwest — Four Corners/Northwest — New York/New Jersey/Pennsylvania — Southeast — New England — Mid-Atlantic — International
Midwest Scholarships 2013
Andrews University
www.andrews.edu
Scholarship: Andrews Partnership Scholarship
Amount: $2,500-$10,000 per year for freshman for each year until graduation; transfers receive $1,500-$7,500 per year for each year until graduation (or 5 years, whichever comes first).
Award details: visit www.andrews.edu/apply for full list of requirements
For more info: Office of Undergraduate Admissions 269-471-6343 or 800-253-2874 or email undergraduate@andrews.edu
Bethany College
www.bethanylb.edu
Scholarship: Servant Leadership Award
Amount: Varies
Award details: These renewable awards are given to incoming students who have demonstrated significant involvement in servant leadership activities throughout their high school or college careers and plan to continue in servant leadership. Award amounts are based on the strength of the application, which includes an essay outlining the students’ experiences and two letters of support.
Scholarship: Avid Award
Amount: $500
Award details: These renewable awards are given to incoming students who are members of the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program.
Scholarship: Academic, Art, Music and Athletic Performance Awards
Amount: Varies
Award details: Excellent students may be eligible for scholarships in academics, art, music, or athletic programs. Awards are based on performance.
For more info: 800-826-2281 or admissions@bethanylb.edu
Bradley University
www.bradley.edu
Scholarship: Bradley University Scholarship
Amount: $6,000
Award details: University Scholars score 22 to 24 on the ACT (or 1030 to 1140 on the SAT), have a 3.25 or higher GPA, with preference given to students ranking in the top quarter of their high school class.
Scholarship: Bradley Deans Scholarship
Amount: $9,000
Award details: Recipients of the Deans Scholarship score 25 to 27 on the ACT (or 1150 to 1250 on the SAT), have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and are active in service to their schools and communities.
Scholarship: Bradley Presidential Scholarship
Amount: $12,000
Award details: Top scholars who score 28 or higher on the ACT (or 1260 or higher on the SAT) are considered for these prestigious awards. President's Scholars have a minimum high school GPA of 3.75 and demonstrate leadership and service in their schools and communities.
For more info: www.bradley.edu/admissions/freshman/scholarships
Butler University
www.butler.edu
Scholarship: Freshman Academic Scholarships
Amount: $750-$1,000
Award details: Awards are based on the student's academic record-SAT and/or ACT scores, class rank, high school curriculum and extracurricular involvement at the time of admission. Transfer students with fewer than 24 hours of college credit may be considered for this scholarship.
Scholarship: Freshman Academic Scholarships
Amount: $750-$1,000
Award details: Awards are based on the student's academic record-SAT and/or ACT scores, class rank, high school curriculum and extracurricular involvement at the time of admission. Transfer students with fewer than 24 hours of college credit may be considered for this scholarship.
Scholarship: Departmental Awards
Amount: TBD
Award details: Academic strength and intended major in one of the following: College of Business, College of Communication, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Exploratory Studies, Engineering Dual Degree Program, Pre-law and Pre-med Programs.
Scholarship: Athletic Grants-in-Aid (Athletic Scholarship)
Amount: Varies depending on the athletic program.
Award details: Awards are made in 13 NCAA Division I athletic programs. Contact the Department of Athletics at (800) 368-6852, extension 9375 or check out their website, www.butlersports.com
Scholarship: Jordan College of Fine Arts Audition Awards
Amount: Varies depending on the student's intended primary major. Students are encouraged to apply for admission and audition early.
Award details: Check out the JCFA website (www.butler.edu/jcfa) for audition dates or to submit the JCFA supplemental application. Awards are made to students who intend on majoring in the Jordan College of Fine Arts - dance, music, theatre and arts administration.
Scholarship: Dr. John Morton-Finney Leadership Program
Amount: TBD
Award details: In addition to academic strength as indicated by class rank, GPA and SAT/ACT scores, applicants must demonstrate commitment and actions to promote diversity through high school and community activities.
Scholarship: Center for Faith and Vocation (CFV) Freshmen Scholars program
Amount: $4,000 annually
Award details: Ideal candidates should be interested in one or more of the following: service to others or social justice activism; interfaith programs; majoring or minoring in religion; entering a religious vocation (such as ordained ministry, theology or faith-based activism); reflecting about how you and others are called to lives of purpose, meaning and contribution.
Scholarship: Edward W. Sawyer, Disciples of Christ Scholarship
Amount: Tuition awards vary
Award details: Must be a member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ); rank in the top ten percent of your high school class; have a composite SAT score of 1100 or higher, or ACT of 24 or higher at the time of admission; demonstrate school, community, and church leadership.
For more info: www.butler.edu
Capital University
www.capital.edu
Scholarship: Transfer Fellowship (Full tuition scholarship competition)
Amount: $31,364 (value for 2012 school year)
Award details: Apply for admission online. Must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA. Invited automatically if qualified.
Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship
Amount: $7,000 - $13,500 (Amount ranges based on cumulative GPA)
Award details: Students considered for award at time of acceptance.
Scholarship: Phi Theta Kappa Grant
Amount: $15,682 (half tuition, value for 2012 school year)
Award details: Must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa and be a full-time day time student.
For more info: Deanna Bond, dbond@capital.edu or 614-236-6101
Carroll University
www.carrollu.edu
Scholarship: Trustee Scholarship
Amount: $14,000 per year for 4 years ($56,000 total)
Award details: Awarded at the time of acceptance. Students must be in the top 10% of their class and ACT score of 27 or higher, OR must be in the top 20% of their class and ACT score of 30 or above.
Scholarship: Voorhees Scholarship
Amount: $13,000 per year for four years ($52,000 total)
Award details: Awarded at the time of acceptance. Students must be in the top 10% of their class and ACT score of 21 to 26 OR top 20% of their class and ACT score of 24 to 27 OR top 30% of their class and ACT score of 27 and above OR top 40% of class and ACT score of 30 and above.
Scholarship: Charles Carroll Scholarship
Amount: $12,000 per year for four years ($48,000 total)
Award details: Awarded at the time of acceptance. Top 20% of class and ACT score of 21 to 23 OR top 30% of class and ACT score of 21 to 26 OR top 40% of class and ACT score of 24 to 29.
Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship
Amount: $9,000 per year for four years ($36,000 total)
Award details: Awarded at the time of acceptance. Top 40% of class and ACT score of 21 to 23.
For more info: 1-800-CARROLL ext. 7220 or infor@carrollu.edu
Cleary University
www.cleary.edu
Scholarship: Admissions Scholarship Level I
Amount: $7,500
Award details: Minimum GPA of 3.7 and minimum ACT score of 25 required.
Scholarship: Admissions Scholarship Level II
Amount: $5,400
Award details: Minimum GPA of 3.2 and minimum ACT score of 23 required.
Scholarship: Admissions Scholarship Level III
Amount: $4,500
Award details: The BPA Scholarship is awarded to a first-time undergraduate student enrolled at Cleary University (full-time) who meets the requirements of documenting community service, proof of membership in his/her high school business professional organization and providing a high school advisor or teacher recommendation. Applicants must submit a Scholarship Application and an essay and must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
For more info: admissions@cleary.edu or 800-686-1883
Cottey College
www.cottey.edu
Scholarship: Academic Merit Scholarships
Amount: $3,000-$9,000 per year
Award details: Eligible upon acceptance. Awards are based on ACT/SAT scores and high school GPA.
For more info: enrollmgt@cottey.edu
Scholarship: Fine Arts Scholarships (Art, Dance, Music and Theatre/Speech)
Amount: $500-$3,000 per year
Award details: Accepted students must submit Fine Arts Scholarship applications by deadline.
For more info: financialaid@cottey.edu
Davenport University
www.davenport.edu
Scholarship: Davenport University Gold Scholarship
Amount: $3,000 max per academic year (full time); $1,500 max per academic year (3/4 time); $750 max per academic year (1/2 time)
For more info: http://www.davenport.edu/financial-aid/types-financial-aid/scholarships-du/institutional-scholarships
Scholarship: 2 Si Se Puede Cesar E Chavez Scholarship
Amount: Up to full tuition and fees
For more info: http://www.davenport.edu/financial-aid/types-financial-aid/scholarships-du/institutional-scholarships
Scholarship: 3 MLK Inherit the Dream Scholarship
Amount: Up to full tuition and fees
For more info: 1-800-686-1600 or kzmsmall@davenport.edu
Hamline University
www.hamline.edu
Scholarship: Bishop Hamline Award
Amount: $3,000 per year, renewable
Award Details: Students who have participated in a college readiness program such as Upward Bound, AVID or College Possible receive this scholarship on top of any academic scholarship they qualify for.
Scholarship: Robbins Leadership Award
Amount: $3,000 per year, renewable
Award Details: Students who have achieved the Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts or earned the Girl Scout Gold Award are awarded this scholarship. To apply, send a description of your scouting project with your application for admission. This scholarship is on top of any academic scholarship from Hamline.
Scholarship: Bishop Hamline Award
Amount: $7,000 for 3.0-3.49 GPA; $10,000 for 3.5-3.74 GPA; $12,000 for 3.75-4.0 GPA; Phi Theta Kappa members receive an additional $2,000 per year.
Award Details: Awarded to transfer students upon admission based on your college GPA. Transfer scholarships are renewable.
For more info: 651-523-2207 or admission@hamline.edu
Hanover College
www.hanover.edu
Scholarship: Global Scholars
Amount: Up to full tuition
Award Details: No minimum GPA, SAT or ACT required.
For more info: www.hanover.edu/gsp or call 800-213-2178 or email admission@hanover.edu
Heidelberg University
www.heidelberg.edu
Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship
Amount: $12,000 annually
Award Details: Awarded at point of acceptance.
For more info: www.heidelberg.edu/offices/financialaid/scholarships#Scholarships
Scholarship: United Church of Christ Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 annually
Award Details: Must be a member of the United Church of Christ and provide a letter of recommendation from a minister.
For more info: 419-448-2330 or admit@heidelberg.edu
Scholarship: Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 annually
Award Details: Must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa, have attempted at least 15 semester hours or 23 quarter hours and earned a 3.5 or higher GPA. Full-time enrollment also required.
For more info: 419-448-2330 or admit@heidelberg.edu
Henry Ford Community College
www.hfcc.edu/scholarships
Scholarship: General College and Departmental Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Award Details: Apply and search for scholarships online at www.hfcc.edu/scholarships
For more info: 1-800-585-HFCC (4322)
Illinois College
www.ic.edu
Scholarship: Trustee Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition
Award Details: All students who apply for admission by December 15 of their senior year of high school are considered. Top candidates will be invited to attend an on-campus scholarship competition in February that includes interviewing with alumni, faculty and students. Five full tuition scholarships awarded.
Scholarship: Academic Scholarship
Amount: $8,000-$15,000
Award Details: All students who apply for admission are automatically considered. Factors considered for the scholarship include GPA, course selection, and extra-curricular involvement.
Scholarship: Fine Arts Scholarship
Amount: $5000-$10,000
Award Details: Students majoring or minoring in Art, Music, or Theatre can audition (submit portfolio for Art) for scholarship. Students must be admitted to Illinois College and audition for scholarship by February 15 of their senior year of high school.
For more info: www.ic.edu/futurestudents
Illinois Wesleyan University
www.iwu.edu
Scholarship: Alumni Scholarship
Amount: $5,000 to $18,000
Award Details: Available to all students based on academic info provided with application for admission.
Scholarship: Alumni Fine Arts Scholarship
Amount: $5,000 to $18,000
Award Details: Available to all students majoring in the fine arts, based on audition or portfolio review.
Scholarship: Jennings Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 and free lessons in the School of Music
Award Details: Students majoring or minoring in Art, Music, or Theatre can audition (submit portfolio for Art) for scholarship. Students must be admitted to Illinois College and audition for scholarship by February 15 of their senior year of high school.
For more info: 800-332-2498
Lawrence University
www.lawrence.edu
Scholarship: Conservatory of Music Scholarships
Amount: $12,000-$18,000
Award Details: For Conservatory of Music (Bmus or BA/BMUS) candidates only. Eligibility determined primarily on quality of audition.
For more info: http://lawrence.edu/admissions/apply/conservatory/audition.shtml
Scholarship: Community Engagement Scholarship
Amount: $1,000-$7,000
Award Details: Community Engagement Scholarships recognize students with outstanding school-based and/or community-focused engagement, service and leadership.
Scholarship: Environmental Leadership Scholarship
Amount: $1,000-$7,000
Award Details: Lawrence University is committed to greening its campus and cultivating habits of mind and disposition that lead to care of the earth. We hope to attract and develop students with similar interests. These scholarships recognize students who are ecologically intelligent and have engaged in activities that contribute to environmental sustainability and care of the earth.
Scholarship: Global Perspectives Scholarship
Amount: $1,000-$7,000
Award Details: Lawrence is a place that values broad global experiences and perspectives. These scholarships, for U.S. citizens, recognize students with outstanding international service and/or study experiences
Scholarship: Academic Scholarships
Amount: $12,000-$18,000
Award Details: Academic performance (English, math, languages, natural sciences, history/social studies); Strength of curriculum within the context of your school; class rank (if available); essay and standardized test results are all taken into consideration.
For more info: 920-832-6500 or admissions@lawrence.edu
Marian University
www.marian.edu
Scholarship: St. Mary Academic Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition
Award Details: Six scholarships are awarded annually to incoming freshmen. Minimum 3.75 cumulative grade point average, ACT composite score of 27 or SAT 1200 (critical reading and math combined). This competitive scholarship requires the completion of the Marian University Academic Scholarship Application and participation in one of two scholarship competition days.
For more info: http://www.marian.edu/Scholarships/Pages/SaintMaryAcademicScholarship.aspx
Scholarship: San Damiano Scholarship
Amount: Amount varies, up to $11,000
Award Details: Scholarship selection is based on academic performance, church or religious involvement, and intent of post-graduate church-related employment or significant volunteer service.
For more info: http://www.marian.edu/Scholarships/Pages/SanDamianoAwardApplication.aspx
Scholarship: Fine Arts Talent Awards for Instrumental and Vocal Performance
Amount: Amount varies
Award Details: The Fine Arts Talent Award for Instrumental and Vocal Performance is available to students with outstanding abilities who agree to be active participants in the Marian University Marching Band, Color Guard, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Concert Choir, Sacred Choir or Show Choir. This award varies based on the level of commitment of the recipient and position openings with the instrumental and vocal programs for the current season.
For more info: http://www.marian.edu/Scholarships/Pages/FineArtsTalentAwardforInstrumentalPerformance.aspx
Missouri University of Science and Technology
www.mst.edu
Scholarship: Chancellor's Scholarship
Amount: $12,000 per year
Award Details: For incoming freshmen Missouri residents, students must be accepted and have an ACT score of 30 and 3.75 GPA
For more info: www.sfa.mst.edu
Scholarship: Merit-Based Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Award Details: Automatically awarded to first time freshmen upon admission.
For more info: www.sfa.mst.edu
Scholarship: McBride Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Award Details: Junior, senior and transfer engineering majors are eligible.
For more info: sfa@mst.edu
Monmouth College
www.monmouthcollege.edu
Scholarship: Midwest Scholars Award
Amount: $25,000 to full tuition, renewable each year for 3 additional years
Award Details: Awarded annually to a group of first-time freshman students, the Midwest Scholars Award recognizes exceptional students who have an interest in studying in the Midwest. Two students will earn full tuition scholarships and three students will earn $100,000 scholarships, $25,000 per year, that are renewable for up to three additional years, as long as the student maintains a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students must meet at least two of three qualifications: have at least a 25 ACT or a 1680 SAT; have a high school GPA of at least 3.75; and/or be in the top 10% of his/her high school class.
Scholarship: Monmouth College Academic Achievement Award
Amount: $5,000 to $16,000
Award Details: Achievement Awards are determined automatically, no additional application is needed from the student. The amount of the award depends upon the student’s academic credentials, including ACT/SAT score, high school transcript and class rank. The student must be admitted to Monmouth to be considered for this award.
Mount Mary College
www.mtmary.edu
Scholarship: Academic Scholarships
Amount: Up to $10,500 per year for 4 years for students entering directly from high school; up to $7,500 per year for transfer students
Award Details: Academic scholarships are awarded at the time of acceptance on the basis of GPA and test scores.
Scholarship: Caroline Scholars Program
Amount: Full tuition, room and board for 4 years
Award Details: Students must have a passion for social justice and a minimum 3.5 GPA to be considered.
Scholarship: Grace Scholars Program
Amount: 85% of tuition for 4 years
Award Details: Milwaukee area students who have a high financial need and demonstrate leadership may qualify for this program.
For more info: 1-800-321-6265 or www.mtmary.edu/financialaid
Northwest Missouri State University
www.nwmissouri.edu
Scholarship: Midwest Student Exchange Program Award OR Out-of-State Award
Amount: Estimated amount is $3,054.30 (based on 30 credit hours per academic year)
Award Details: A 50% reduction in difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition. No separate scholarship application is required. Must have an Admissions Index of 140-199 or an ACT of 23-36 and a minimum 2.0 GPA. This award is given to residents of Illionoi, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota or Wisconsin. Out-of-State Award given to residents of states other than those previously listed.
Scholarship: Distinguished Scholar
Amount: $3,500 ($1,750 Fall/$1,750 Spring)
Award Details: No separate scholarship application is required. Must have an Admissions Index of 185-199 or an ACT of 28-36 and a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Scholarship: Tower Scholarship
Amount: $2,500 ($1,250 Fall/$1,250 Spring
Award Details: No separate scholarship application is required. Must have an Admissions Index of 140-174 or an ACT of 23-26 and a minimum 2.0 GPA.
For more info: Call 1-800-633-1175 or email finaid@nwmissouri.edu
Ohio Dominican University
www.ohiodominican.edu
Scholarship: Ohio Dominican University Merit Scholarship
Amount: $5,000-$18,000
Award Details: ODU Merit Scholarships are awarded to potential new students based on their high school GPA and ACT/SAT test scores or college transcripts for transfers. The award is contingent upon application and acceptance to ODU.
For more info: Contact the Office of Admission at 800-955-6446 or admissions@ohiodominican.edu
Olivet College
www.ollivetcollege.edu
Scholarship: Presidential Achievement Scholarship
Amount: $8,000 per academic year for residential students; $6,000 per academic year for non-residential students
Award Details: Awarded to admitted students with a high school or college grade point average of 3.5 or higher and an ACT score of 24 or higher.
Scholarship: Academic Achievement Scholarship
Amount: $6,000 per academic year for residential students; $4,000 per academic year for non-residential students
Award Details: Awarded to admitted students with a high school or college grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49 and an ACT score of 18 or higher.
Scholarship: Excellence Award
Amount: $2,000 per academic year
Award Details: Awarded to admitted students with a history of leadership and involvement in service-based activities, various affiliations and co-curricular involvement.
Scholarship: Mission Award
Amount: TBD
Award Details: Awarded to admitted students who do not qualify for the Presidential Achievement Scholarship or Academic Achievement Scholarship who have successfullly submitted the FAFSA.
Scholarship: Community Connection Grant
Amount: $9,290 per academic year
Award Details: Available to new freshmen, transfer or non-traditional students from eligible area high schools.
Scholarship: Global Citizens Honors Program
Amount: The top prize is a full tuition scholarship.
Award Details: The Global Citizens Honors Program at Olivet College hosts a scholarship contest in late Janaury for students with high academic credentials who are admitted to Olivet College by January 15. Students compete for various scholarship awards through an essay contest and interviews with Olive College faculty.
For more info: Contact the Admissions Office at 1-800-456-7189 or 269-749-7635; email admissions@olivetcollege.edu or visit www.olivetcollege.edu
Park University
www.park.edu
Scholarship: Presidential Honors Scholarships
Amount: Full tuition, room and board (renewable for 3 additional years if renewal criteria is met) and $5,000 stipend for study abroad
Award Details: Required GPA from 7th semester transcript: 3.8 and 32 ACT or 1280 SAT (critical reading and math only); application with 2 letters of reference from high school instructors and participation in Scholarship Days required.
For more info: http://www.park.edu/admissions/presidential.pdf
Scholarship: Park McAfee Honors Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition (renewable for 3 additional years if renewal criteria is met)
Award Details: For first-time Freshmen: 13 total available; Required 3.75 GPA from 7th semester transcript and 28 ACT or 1860 SAT (critical reading and math only); application required and participation in Scholarship Days required; Must live in residence hall first year and participate in the Honors Program
For more info: http://www.park.edu/admissions/presidential.pdf
Quincy University
www.quincy.edu
Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition for 4 years
Award Details: Select freshman admitted for the fall term are invited to compete for a four-year full tuition scholarship to Quincy University. The full-day competition includes a timed written essay and personal interviews with QU faculty. Participants are required to have a minimum ACT score of 27 and a high school grade point average of 3.2 or higher. Recipients of the Presidential Scholarship must live on campus during their 4 years at QU.
Scholarship: Academic Scholarships
Amount: $8,000 to $15,000 per year (renewable)
Award Details: Every student will be automatically reviewed for scholarships upon submitting an application. Academic scholarships are awarded on five levels ranging from $8,000 to $15,000 per year to qualified students. These renewable awards are based on a combination of the student's ACT/SAT score and high school grade point average
Scholarship: Franciscan Service Scholarships
Amount: $1,000 per year (renewable)
Award Details: The Quincy University Franciscan Service Scholarship rewards students who have embraced the Franciscan value of service to others in their early life.
For more info: 800-688-4295 or admissions@quincy.edu
Saint Louis University
www.slu.edu
Scholarship: Merit-Based
Amount: Varies
Award Details: Every student will be automatially reviewed for merit-based scholarships.
Scholarship: Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship
Amount: $3,000 (+ $10,000 guaranteed Merit)
Award Details: The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship is granted to students who are committed to the promotion of diversity in our society and who demonstrate leadership in the classroom, on campus and in the greater community. Students must qualify by ranking in the upper one-third of the their high school class, an above average ACT or SAT test score, and a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher, weighted or unweighted, as reported on the student's high school transcript at the time of application
Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition
Award Details: The Presidential Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition award, the recipients of which represent some of the most exemplary student leaders on Saint Louis University's campus. In order to qualify, you must have a cumulative GPA of 3.85 or higher, weighted or unweighted, as reported on the students high school transcript at the close of junior year, an official test score of at least 30 on the ACT or 1330 (math and critical reading) on the SAT, and an outstanding academic record.
For more info: Please contact your admission counselor. Visit www.slu.edu/admissions/couns
Southern Minnesota State University
www.smsu.edu
Scholarship: Mustang Scholarships (President's, Vice President's, Deans', Leadership and Achievement)
Amount: $2,500-$11,000 over 4 years
Award Details: The Mustang Scholarship Awards are guaranteed to qualifying students who apply.
For more info: www.smsu.edu/go/scholarships 506-537-6286
Stephens College
www.stephens.edu
Scholarship: Academic Merit Scholarships
Amount: $8,000-$12,000
Award Details: Merit scholarships are available for students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and 23 ACT or 1590 SAT and are awarded upon acceptance.
Scholarship: Full Tuition Scholarship/75% of tuition
Amount: Full tuition or 75% of tuition
Award Details: 6 scholarships (3 for full tuition and 3 for 75% of tuition) are awarded through an on-campus academic competition during Scholars Weekend.
Scholarship: Ann Scott Carell Scholarship
Amount: Minimum of $10,000
Award Details: Competitive scholarship for incoming freshment. Criteria includes financial need, character, scholarship achievement, leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities.
For more info: www.stephens.edu/admissions or email apply@stephens.edu or call 800-876-7207
University of Findlay
www.findlay.edu
Scholarship: Trustees' Scholarship
Amount: $14,500
Award Details: 3.8 to 4.0 GPA and ACT score of 28 or higher
Scholarship: President's Scholarship
Amount: $13,500
Award Details: 3.6 to 3.79 GPA and ACT score of 25 to 27
Scholarship: Deans' Scholarship
Amount: $12,500
Award Details: 3.2 to 3.59 GPA and ACT score of 22 to 24
Scholarship: Findlay Scholarship
Amount: $9,500
Award Details: 2.6 to 3.19 GPA and ACT score of 20 to 21
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
www.illinois.edu
Scholarship: University Achievement Scholarship
Amount: $12,000 per year, renewable for 4 years provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA
Award Details: Out-of-state incoming freshmen with outstanding academic achievement
Scholarship: Provost Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition, renewable for 4 years provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA
Award Details: Illinois resident incoming freshmen with outstanding academic achievement who have excelled in the areas of leadership and service.
Scholarship: President's Award Program
Amount: $5,000 per year, renewable for 4 years provided the student maintains a 2.5 GPA freshmen year and a 2.75 GPA thereafter. $10,000 per year for students with the highest level of achievement as demonstrated by test scores, rigor and grades will.
Award Details: Illinois resident incoming freshmen from historically under-represented groups who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.
For more info: admissions@illinois.edu or 217-333-0302
University of Indianapolis
www.uindy.edu
Scholarship: Various Awards
Amount: Award amounts and deadlines vary.
Award Details: All students who apply for admission and are accepted are automatically considered for merit scholarships. Factors consideredfor scholarships include GPA, SAT or ACT scores, course selection and leadership potential.
For more info: Visit www.uindy.edu/financial-aid-for-new-students/grants-and-scholarships
University of Iowa
www.uiowa.edu
Scholarship: National Scholars Award
Amount: $4,700 per year up to four years
Award Details: If your high school ranks, a Regent Admission Index score of 290; if your high school does not rank, a 26 ACT (or a combined SAT critical reading and math score of 1170) AND a 3.60 GPA on a 4.00 scale.
Scholarship: Advantage Iowa Award
Amount: $2,000 to full undergraduate tuition up to four years
Award Details: The award is based on merit (test scores, GPA, class rank). Criteria may include one or more of these: student's race/ethnic background; socioeconomic factors; whether the student is a first-generation college student (parents have not graduated from college); participation in a federally funded Upward Bound program.
For more info: 319-335-3847 or admission@uiowa.edu or visit admissions.uiowa.edu/finances/scholarships-first-year-students
University of Kansas
http://affordability.ku.edu/cs
Scholarship: Scholarships for Kansas Residents
Amount: $1,000-$10,000
Award Details: www.admissions.ku.edu/apply
Scholarship: Scholarships for Nonresidents
Amount: $4,000-$11,675
Award Details: www.admissions.ku.edu/apply
For more info: financialaid@ku.edu
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
http://z.umn.edu/nextstepu
Scholarship: Presidential Scholarship
Amount: $1,000-$5,000 per year for 4 years
Award Details: Scholarship is competitive. Preference is given to residents of Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota in the top 5 percent of their graduating class with outstanding academic performance, demonstrated leadership, community involvement, and contribution to diversity.
Scholarship: Gold National Scholarship
Amount: Full difference between resident and non-resident tuition rates each year for 4 years.
Award Details: Scholarship is competitive. Residents of any state, excluding Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin will be considered. Preference is given to students in the top 10% of their graduating class with outstanding academic performance.
For more info: 612-625-2008 or 1-800-752-1000
University of Missouri (MIZZOU)
www.missouri.edu
Scholarship: Mark Twain Non-Resident Award
Amount: Up to $5,500
Award Details: Awarded to non-resident students only. Eligible upon acceptance. Renewable based on GPA.
For more info: admissions.missouri.edu
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
www.uwrf.edu
Scholarship: Falcon Scholars
Amount: $1,000 for freshman year and renewable. Also include a $2,000 stipend that may be used for undergraduate research or to study abroad during junior or senior year.
Award Details: ACT 25+; top 25% of class or a 3.5 GPA; demonstrated financial need
For more info: admissions@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3500
Scholarship: Freshman Merit Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 one-time scholarship
Award Details: This scholarship is awarded to students who are in the top 5% of their class AND have earned an ACT score of 28 or higher.
For more info: scholarships@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3737
Scholarship: Chancellor's Scholars Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition and half tuition renewable up to 4 years.
Award Details: Chancellor's Scholar finalists will be selected amongst students considered for the Falcon Scholars scholarship. Based on academic performance and leadership qualities.
For more info: admissions@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3500
University of Wisconsin-Superior
www.uwsuper.edu
Scholarship: New Freshmen Scholarships
Amount: $300-$6,200
Award Details: Numerous freshmen scholarships are awarded based on major or other criteria. Students' applications for admission serve as scholarship applications as well.
Scholarship: Swenson Family Trust Scholarships
Amount: Full tuition + books
Award Details: 10 scholarships for full tuition and books are available to entering freshmen majoring in biology, chemistry or mathematics. Renewable up to four years.
For more info: 715-394-8230 or admissions@uwsuper.edu