| Alabama, Univ. of, Academic Elite Scholarships |
Up to full tuition, on-campus housing, laptop |
December Early |
At least 3.8 GPA, 1400 on SAT (math and verbal), 32 on ACT. |
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| American University, Frederick Douglass Scholarship Program |
Tuition award amounts: from $15,000 to full tuition (currently $32,816) |
Early decision: Nov 15/ Regular decision: January 15 |
90 Frederick Douglass Scholarship winners (2008-2009). Nominees must also have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, rank in the top half of their class, have satisfactory SAT or ACT scores |
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| Auburn Univ. Various Merit Awards |
up to full tuition |
December Early |
Nat'l Merit Finalists guaranteed in-state tuition. Most awards require 1220+ SAT and 3.0 GPA. Many other awards, some based partly on financial need. |
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| Babson College, Weissman Scholarship Program |
Full tuition 4yr, financial support for research, stipends for travel, seed money to start a venture |
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Weissman Scholars are leaders in their schools and communities and have demonstrated a unique passion for intellectual, creative and entrepreneurial pursuits. |
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| Boston College Presidential Scholars |
Full tuition, plus summer stipends, guaranteed 4 yrs of on-campus housing |
November 1 |
15+ awards/year, based on academics, leadership, and community service. |
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| Boston Univ. Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship |
Full Tuition, renewable, one semester funding in first two years for research with college of Eng. |
December Early |
Offered first time for 2006. Guaranteed admission to masters program in BU's Engineering program. Projected average GPA 3.9, SAT (math and critical reading 1530), + 760 (Writing), top 1% |
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| Boston Univ. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship |
Full Tuition, Renewable |
December Early |
Avg GPA 3.8. SAT 1370 (Critical reading/math) + 700 (writing), ACT 32. Academically gifted students with proven leadership abilities, a strong commitment to social justice & a record of community involvement. |
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| Boston Univ. Engineering Scholars |
Half Tuition, renewable for 4 years |
Same as Application for Admission |
Average GPA: 3.8; average SAT: 1436 (Critical Reading + Math) + 690 (Writing), ACT 32 |
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| Boston Univ. Trustees Scholarship |
Renewable scholarship for full tuition plus mandatory fees, plus special programs |
TJ Student Deadline Nov 24, Nomination December 1, college application Dec 1 |
20 awarded in 2006. Usually perfect 4.0 GPA, Avg GPA 3.9, Average SAT I 1510 (Critical Reading and Math) + 750 (Writing). ACT 33. Selected based on academic achievement, activities, service, and leadership. |
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| Boston Univ. University Scholarship |
varies |
Same as Application for Admission |
Average GPA 3.8 Average SAT I: 1417 (Critical reading and Math) + 700 (Writing). ACT 31. "Exceptional academic records." |
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| Brandeis Univ. Justice Brandeis Scholarships |
Up to full tuition, renewable |
Same as Application for Admission |
40 awards in 2002, 50 awards in 2003, top scholars with other x-currics. Must submit CSS/PROFILE to be considered. |
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| Brandeis Univ. Leonard Bernstein Scholarship |
Full tuition, renewable, available to qualified entering first-year violinists, cellists & pianists |
November Middle |
For accomplished violinists, violists, cellists and qualified pianists with chamber music experience. Winners don't have to major in music. Will perform a full chamber music recital each year. |
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| Brandeis Univ. Other Merit Scholarships |
up to full tuition, renewable |
Same as Application for Admission |
50 Presidential (academics "exceptionally talented"), 1 Gilbert (community service/academic), Annenberg (x-currics and academics), 2 Norman S. Rabb (full tuition). 1 Hiatt (academics), Dean's ($10,000/yr for academics and x-currics), plus smaller awards. |
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| Brandeis University- Genesis Institute for Russian Jewry (BGI) |
upto $7500 per year |
check website |
Qualified applicants must be Russian speakers, show academic promise, and show interest in issues of Jewish identity and service to the Jewish community. |
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| Carnegie Mellon Univ. Presidential Scholarship |
AT LEAST 1/2 tuition |
Same as Application for Admission |
About 8% of freshman receive merit awards, incl. University awards. Also ROTC (up to $17,000/year plus books and allowances). |
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| Carnegie Mellon Univ., Charpie Scholarship |
Full tuition |
Same as application for admission |
Special leadership, professional, travel opportunities plus unique counsel, guidance. A few select applicants will be invited for final selection interview in early April. |
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| Case Western Reserve Univ. Other Merit Scholarships |
Up to full tuition |
February Early |
Full Tuition: Squire (Nat'l History Day Winner); Smith; Adelbert Alumni; Treuhaft. $16,500: Smith; Walker. Creative Achievement (music, art, writing, drama) up to $11,500/yr. Multiple others. |
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| Case Western Reserve Univ. Trustees, President's and Provost's |
up to $24,000 per yr. |
Same as Application for Admission |
President's ($21,800), Provost's ($16,400). All based on academics, x-currics, leadership, and test scores. |
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| Catholic Univ. Archdiocesan Scholarship |
Full tuition |
Same as Application for Admission |
3.8+ GPA, 1450 (Math + Critical Reading). Must be Catholic. |
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| Catholic Univ. Other Merit Scholarships |
Varies |
Same as Application for Admission |
Based on GPA, SATs, personal profile. CUA Incentive Grants based on "predicted academic performance." |
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| Chicago, Univ. of, College Honor & University Scholars |
Up to full tuition, guaranteed for four years |
Same as Application for Admission |
30 4-year full-tuition awards plus smaller awards, for "distinguished scholars who are also leaders." |
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| Clark Univ. Traina Scholarships |
$18,000/year plus $3,000 summer stipend |
January 1 |
For science, math, engineering or pre-meds with 3.89+ GPA and 1390+(CR+Math)SAT I scores, with "distinguished personal achievement." |
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| Clark Univ.Merit Scholarships, Presidential Scholarship |
up to $16,000/year |
January 1 |
Strassler ($16,000/year) for visual and performing arts. Presidential ($15,000/year) for academics. Making a Difference ($15,000/year) for community service leadership. |
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| Clemson University National Scholars Program |
4 yr scholarship, tuition, fees, room, board, books & incidental expenses, paid summer study-Europe |
January 1 |
Reference from school counselor, letter from one teacher, copy of student's transcript. Students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.4. |
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| Colorado State University, various scholarships |
varies, check website |
range from December- March early |
Dean's($5,000 per/yr), Honor's($2,000 per/yr), Partnership Award($5,000 per/yr), Presidential($9,000 per/yr), Provost's($7,000 per/yr), Western Undergraduate Exchange(approx10,452 per/yr). University Scholarships and Academic Scholarships also available. |
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| Connecticut, Univ. of, Various Merit |
up to $9,800/year + $2,500 research grant |
December Early |
Achievement Scholarship: high GPA & 1400+ SAT; Leadership: diversity with 1100+ SAT; Presidential (1/2 tuition) for valedictorians & salutatorians. |
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| Cooper Union, Irma Giustino Weiss Fellowship |
free tuition to all admitted students, and funds extraordinary access to cultural resources |
September Middle |
Focused exploration of cultural riches including museums, concerts, theater, specialized libraries, and historical sites. Will plan each year's program with the committee. These excursions are funded by the fellowship. Expert faculty/staff accompany. |
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| Corcoran College of Art & Design Koenig and others |
up to full tuition/year |
Same as Application for Admission |
Some based on academics, as well as art portfolios. |
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| Cornell Univ. Meinig Family Cornell National Scholars |
up to $4,000/year, plus $3,000 summer stipend |
Same as Application for Admission |
Leadership and academics, plus geographic diversity. 50 Scholars/year. Amount depends on financial need. |
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| Cornell Univ. Presidential Research Scholars |
$8,000 in research support, plus loan replacement up to $4,000/yr. |
Same as Application for Admission |
Up to 75 awards per year. Likes Intel Science Talent Search and other similar awards. |
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| Davidson College Baker Scholarship |
Full tuition, room, board, fees, 2 summer stipends |
January Early |
2 students/year based largely on academic achievement. |
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| Davidson College Belk Scholarship |
Full tuition, room, board, fees-$45,030 in 2009-10, 2 summer stipends (up to $3,000/stipend) |
TJ Deadline - November Early; November 15 for Nomination, Dec 1 for college application |
10 students/year who demonstrate that they have engaged life purposefully and successfully in the classroom, in student and civic organizations, on the athletic field, or in the arts. |
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| Davidson College Bryan |
$30,000/year |
September Early for Nomination; September Late for Application |
The Bryan Scholars Program offers two scholarships, one each to a female and male scholar athlete with a strong academic record, ranking in the top decile of the class & a competitive Division 1 level athlete in a Davidson sport. |
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| Davidson College Cornwell |
$20,000/year |
January Early |
1 or 2 students/year with exceptional writing ability. |
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| Davidson College Other Scholarships |
Up to full tuition, depending on the scholarship |
January Early |
Olin Puckett $15,000/yr-varies, Dobson Neely $10,000/yr awarded to students with an interest in latin Pepper Visual Arts $10,000/yr, Music $8,000/yr, Wachovia Teaching Scholarship. |
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| Delaware, Univ. of, Various |
Up to full tuition, room, board, and fees |
December Early |
25% of students receive merit-based awards. 10-12 DuPont Scholars (free ride) based on academic performance. Many other awards, including for music. |
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| Denison Univ. (Ohio) |
up to full tuition |
January Middle |
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| Duke Univ. Angier Duke |
Full tuition, grants replace loans for students on aid, summer in UK, $5,000 research funding |
Same as application for admission |
15/year, based on intellectual performance, creative talent, and leadership promise, "Unique voice." Can substitute a $2,500 summer project grant for the Oxford 6-week summer program. |
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| Duke Univ. Robertson Scholars Program |
Full tuition, and summer stipends |
December 1 |
15/year at Duke; academics, leadership, public service, and cross-cultural interests. Winners attend some UNC-Chapel Hill courses. Admissions committee selects 120 candidates, selection committee narrows to 45 finalists. |
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| Duke Univ. University Scholars |
Tuition, housing, board and mandatory fees for all undergraduate University Scholars |
Same as application for admission |
6-8 students/year with financial need and original research, collaborative thinking, and innovative scholarship who could profit from an interdisciplinary program. Recent winners often have international background. |
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| Elon Univ. Honors Fellows |
$8,000 Honors Scholarship for tuition, $1000 study abroad, special dorms and classes. |
January Early |
40/year, based on high school record, essays, teacher recommendations and interview. 1940+ SAT and 3.8+ GPA. |
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| Elon Univ. Other Merit Scholarship |
up to $13,000/year |
January Early |
30 College Fellows (up to $6,500/year), 4 Engineering Fellows ($2,000/year), performing arts scholarships (up to $6,000/year), 4 Business Fellows ($3,000/year), 4 Journalism Fellows ($2,000 to $5,500/year), etc. |
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| Emory Univ. Emory Scholars Program |
Awards range from two-thirds tuition to full tuition, room, board and fees. |
October 9 - TJ Deadline; November 1 Emory Deadline |
Awards a total of 150 scholarships. For "outstanding merit." Students selected on academic achievement, character, intellectual, communication & leadership. |
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| Emory Univ. Other Merit Scholarships |
up to full tuition |
varies |
Call for Barkley Debate (404-727-6189), Dean's Music (half tuition), National Merit, Woodruff and other merit-based awards. |
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| Emory University, Goizueta Scholars |
Awards range from two-thirds tuition to full tuition and fees, seminars, mentors, internships |
TJ Student deadline: Oct 9, Nomination Nov 1 |
Goizueta Scholars will have guaranteed admission to Emory Business School and priority access to business classes. Selected on grades, test scores, demonstrated interest in business, leadership and community service. |
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| Florida A & M University AAWCS- African American Women in Computer Science |
$3,000- $5,000 per semester |
check website |
19 Undergrad FAMU African-American CIS students per year selected as AAWCS Scholars. Must show evidence of financial need. Must participate in CIS departmental clubs and organizations. |
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| Florida A & M University Alumni Association Washington D.C. Chapter Scholarship |
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Late March |
Verification of SAT/ACT scores, 2 letters of recommendation, official transcript, documentation of School extracurricular activities and community service, essay. |
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| Florida A&M Presidential Scholars Program |
tuition, fees, room and board |
January Late |
Minimum 3.0 GPA, 1100 SAT/23 ACT. Award amount increases with scores. Other awards available, requirements vary. |
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| Florida, New College Mathematics and Science Award |
$18,000 ($72,000 over 4 yrs), $20,000 ($80,000 over 4 yrs for National Merit/ Achievement/ Hispanic) |
check website |
One College Mathematics & Science Award. The eligible student must be an out-of-state NCSSSMST student admitted to New College for the Fall semester. |
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| Furman Univ. (SC) Lay and other merit awards |
up to full tuition, room and board |
November Middle (Early) January Middle (Regular) |
100 awards/year. 4 Lay (free ride); 10 Duke (full tuition); 30 Founders (1/2 tuition); 35 Bell Tower (1/4 tuition). Also, art, music, sports, ROTC, teaching, and departmental awards. |
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| Furman University, Furman Scholars, Herman W. Lay scholarship |
full tuition, room, board- $190,000 over four years |
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Nominees should be juniors who meet the following criteria: unweighted GPA of 3.75 or higher or weighted GPA of 4.0 or higher; top 5% of class; SAT of 1350 (critical reading & math only); ACTscore of 30 or higher; interest in liberal arts & sciences. |
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| George Mason Univ. Other Merit Scholarships |
varies |
Varies |
Many awards available, see website. |
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| George Mason Univ. University Scholars |
Full tuition for all four years |
December Early |
High SATs, academic record, and community service/leadership. Other merit scholarships. |
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| George Washington Univ. Presidential Scholar |
Partial tuition |
Same as application for admission |
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| Georgia Tech Presidents' Scholarship |
Up to full tuition, room, board and fees. Top 5 in-state and top 5 out-of-state get full ride |
October Late, Early action deadline Oct 1 for President's Scholarship |
About 100 Presidential Scholars every year. |
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| Georgia, Univ. of, Foundation Fellowship |
Approximately full estimated annual cost of attendance |
November Middle |
25 awards. GPA > 3.7, and SAT > 1400 (critical reading + math only) X-currics, leadership. Finalists automatically get $7,000/year plus out-of-state tuition waiver Ramsey Awards. Non-finalists are considered for Woodruff award. See web for details. |
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| Georgia, Univ. of, Various Other |
Up to $3,000, renewable |
December Middle |
Refer to web site for details on Stanford, Charter, One UGA, and Goizueta Foundation scholarships. |
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| Harvey Mudd College, Harvey S. Mudd Merit Award |
$10,000/year : see requirements below |
Same as application for admission |
6 requirements: high GPA, SAT I Critical Reading 700+ writing 700+ math 750+, SAT Math IIC 750+, Evidence of character and personal promise. |
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| Harvey Mudd College, The Corporate Scholars |
Full-tuition (renewable for 4 years) |
December Middle for priority consideration |
Students applying after mid-December will still be considered up to January 15th |
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| Howard Univ. Presidential |
Full tuition, room, board, fees, $950 book voucher, laptop |
Same as application for admission |
1500+ SAT, 3.75+ GPA. Other merit awards for students with lower grades and SATs. |
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| Illinois Institute of Technology Camras Scholarship |
Full-tuition for 4 years, or 5 years for students of Architecture |
January Early |
Top 200 applicants are selected for interview. After being invited for interview, an essay and resume must be submitted before interview weekend. |
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| Illinois Institute of Technology Crown Scholarship |
full tuition for 5 years |
January Middle |
1 per year to exceptional architecture major. 3.5+ GPA, 1280+ SAT I, extra-currics, special essay, drawing, and recommendation. |
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| Iowa State Univ. various |
varied amounts |
Varies |
All VA residents with college prep classes (all TJ grads will satisfy), 1240+ SAT, and 3.3+ GPA. |
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| Ithaca College Park Scholar |
tuition, room, board, fees, books, and computer |
December Middle |
20/year to communications majors. 1350+ SAT I, very high grades, community service, and relevant x-currs. Other merit awards. |
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| James Madison Univ. Achievement Scholarships |
Up to $2,000 for 2 years |
January Middle |
Awards can continue into sophomore year if students maintains GPA of 3.0. Based on academic achievement, leadership, community service, and "unique qualities that enhance our campus community". |
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| James Madison Univ. Dingledine Scholarships |
Full in-state tuition for 4 years |
November Early |
6 scholarships awarded annualy. |
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| James Madison Univ. Oliver Memorial Scholarship |
$8,000/yr., renewable for the next three years |
March Early |
This is for a female, Virginia resident, high school senior who has a substantial financial need based on FAFSA. |
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| Johns Hopkins Univ. Hodson Trust Scholarship |
$26,500/year |
Same as application for admission |
20/year. Academics, leadership, "exceptional intellectual curiosity." |
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| Johnson & Wales University Academic Scholarships |
From $7,500 to full tuition |
check website |
Johnson & Wales University also offers the Presidential Scholarship, valued upto $5000 annually. |
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| Kenyon College Honor and Science Scholarships and other awards |
up to roughly 1/2 comprehensive cost |
December Middle |
Honor scholars for excellence in liberal arts, Sci Scholars for promise to excel in natural sci, Trustee for underrepresented. Top 10-15% of admitted ones get Distinguished Academic Scholarships, for up to $10,000/year, especially Nat'l Merit Finalists. |
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| Lehigh Univ. Merit Scholarships |
$15,000/year |
Same as application for admission |
Academics, leadership in top of application pool. Applicants automatically considered for $10,000/year Dean's Scholarship. |
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| Louisiana State University, National Scholar's Award |
Full tuition and fees |
Same as Application for Admission |
Recognized as finalist or semifinalist in national academic competitive programs, score in the 80th percentile of PSAT, SAT, or ACT. |
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| Loyola College (MD) Presidential |
Up to full tuition |
January Middle |
Presidential: 3.7+ GPA and 1350+ SAT (Reading and Math) |
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| Macalester College DeWitt Wallace Distinguished Scholarship |
varies |
Same as application for admission |
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| Mary Washington, Univ. of, Washington Scholars Program |
Full in-state tuition, fees, room & board, renewable through four years of undergraduate study |
January Middle (Same as Application for Honors Admission) |
In-state students only, with "exceptional academic credentials". Selection criteria- preference will be given to finalists in the National Merit Scholarship program and to valedictorians or salutatorians. 8 per year. |
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| Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City) Meyerhoff Scholarship |
Awards range from $5000-$22,000 per year for four years |
TJ Deadline - October Early; October 15 for nomination; Nov 1 for college application |
Must major in STEM and have a 3.0+ GPA, with interest in advancement of underrepresented students in STEM fields. Students cannot have less than a B in math or science classes. |
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| Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City) Scholars Programs |
Four-year awards at varying levels |
Same as application for admission |
Competitive programs combine financial awards with special opportunities for advanced research, unique seminars, directed internships, study abroad and more. |
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| Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City), other merit awards |
up to full costs |
Early action Nov 1 |
UMBC offers a range of merit scholarships from $500 to awards aproaching full costs, including room and board and they are open to both in-state and out-of-state students. |
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| Maryland, Univ. of (College Park) Various Merit |
Up to full tuition, room & board and other costs |
December Early |
See website for information on many other merit awards, not just physics. |
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| Marymount University, S-Stem Scholarships |
$5,500- $6,500 per year |
Applications by Feb 1 will be given priority |
15-20 scholarships through the National Science Foundation (S-Stem) for students who are committed to pursue a degree in Biology, Mathematics, or Information Technology. Scholarships awarded to students with strong academic performance and financial need. |
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| Miami Univ. (Ohio) Harrison Scholarship |
up to full tuition, room & board |
November Early |
SAT 1530(CR+M), high GPA, leadership, top 1% of class, extra-curriculars. Winners get preferential admission to affiliated medical school. |
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| Michigan State Univ Various Merit Scholarships |
Up to full tuition, room & board |
November Early (priority) |
15+ Alumni Distinguished Scholars (free ride); 20+ Distinguished Freshman Scholars (tuition and fees); Nat Merit: up to $4,000/year plus room & board; Honors College automatic $5,000 + room/board. Many more. |
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| Michigan, Univ of, DC Club Scholarship |
up to $25,000 ($6,250/year) |
March Late |
Solely for students from the DC Metropolitan area; additional info available in career service file. See also Bell Scholarship, for VA residents and other merit awards open to non-Michigan residents. |
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| Michigan, Univ. of, Gloria Bell & Carlos Bell Scholarship |
$80,000 over four years of undergraduate study |
February Early |
For VA residents majoring in engineering, math, physics, comp sci, etc. Must be admitted to U Michigan before applying. SEE ALSO www.finaid.umich.edu and/or www.lsa.umich.edu/students/scholarships |
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| Missouri, Univ of (Columbia) Various Merit |
Up to $10,000 plus non-resident tuition waiver |
December Early |
Many specific scholarships. |
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| Muhlenberg College Merit scholarships |
Scholarships range from $1,000 to $16,000 per year, renewable for all four years |
Same as Application for Admission |
High GPA and SAT scores. Outstanding extra curricular contribution to school or community. |
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| New Jersey Institute of Technology Various Merit Awards |
up to full tuition, room & board |
Same as Application for Admission |
Varied scholarships for academic achievement, athletes, students in specific departments, etc., which can be combined. VA residents eligible for special awards. |
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| New York Univ. College of Arts and Sciences Awards |
up to $25,000/year |
Same as Application for Admission |
Merit scholarships awarded each year, from $1,000 to $25,000. Presidential Scholarships for top 5% of entering class. College of Arts/Sciences awards for Nat'l Merit Finalists, Intel Finalists, and other exceptional students. |
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| New York Univ. Other Merit Scholarships |
check website |
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Awards from each specialized school. |
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| North Carolina State University Park Scholarship |
Tuition, room, board, stipend, etc. 4 yr value for out-of-state students is $135,000 |
TJ Deadline - September Middle; October 1 for Nomination |
50 scholarships awarded for HS class of 2007 (15 out of state). Park Scholars are selected based on four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. |
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| North Carolina, Pulp & Paper Foundation Merit Award |
$2,500 - $3,000 for 4 years |
January |
Scholarship available to out-of-state high school seniors interested in the Paper Science & Engineering Program at NC State for the fall semester after their high school graduation. Merit based consideration-SAT scores, GPA & class rank |
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| North Carolina, Univ. of (Chap Hill) Morehead Cain Scholars |
Full tuition, room, board & other expenses, computer & summer stipend, worth $140,000 |
TJ Deadline - September Middle; October 3 for Nomination |
40/year, including 17 not residing in North Carolina in 2003 and 20 in 2004. For students with leadership, scholarship, moral force of character, and physical vigor. |
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| North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) Robertson Scholars Program |
Full tuition, room and board, mandatory fees and summer stipends |
December 1 |
About 18/year, based on academics, leadership potential, and community service. All Duke and UNC Chapel Hill applicants eligible. Semi-finalists have a 20 minute phone interview in March. Finalists interview is in the first week of April. |
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| North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) Thomas Wolfe Scholarship |
Full tuition, room, board, expenses, and 4 summer stipends |
November Early |
For budding writers. |
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| North Carolina, Univ. of, Various Merit Awards |
up to free tuition, room and board |
January Early |
100 of 2,500 freshmen receive merit awards. Carolina Scholars have average SATs of 1520. |
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| Northeastern University, Torch Scholars Program |
Full tuition, fees, room & board scholarship-summer immersion program & 8 semesters undergrad study |
Nomination by Dec 15 |
10 scholarships available for students who have persevered despite difficult family situations, cultural barriers & financial challenges; who represent a diversity of academic majors, ethnic backgrounds, are first generation college students & US citizens |
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| Notre Dame, Univ.of; Hesburg-Yusko Scholars Program |
check website |
November Early |
Criteria for nomination: Distinguished Academic Accomplishment, Exemplary Moral Character, Demonstrated Leadership Abilities, and a Sincere Commitment to Service. Middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1390 and 1490 on the SAT. |
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| Oberlin College various merit scholarships |
Not specified |
Same as Application for Admission |
Arts & Sciences: "limited number" based on "academic achievement." Call for amounts. |
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| Oglethorpe University Scholarships |
Full-tuition, renewable scholarships |
December early |
James Edward Oglethorpe Scholarship-min 3.3 GPA, SAT 1200 (critical reading & Math), involvement in community. Georgia Shakespeare Scholarship-min 3.3 GPA SAT 1100, commitment to Shakespeare. Civic Engagement Scholarship-min 3.0 GPA, SAT 1100, leadership. |
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| Ohio State Univ. National Buckeye Plus Award |
$7200/year ($28,800 four year value) |
December Early |
SAT 1220+ (Critical Reading + Math) scores or ACT composite of 27. Other merit-based awards: Presidential-(10) covers full in-state cost; Medalist-(70) covers full in-state tuition, Morril Scholars program, Provost,Trustees scholarship-check website. |
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| Ohio Wesleyan Smith "Women as Leaders" & Schimmel Scholarships |
up to full tuition, room & board |
February Middle |
1 of each scholarship/year; for women with "outstanding record of academic achievement and demonstrated leadership". Renewable annually |
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| Ohio Wesleyan Merit Aid (various) |
up to full tuition |
February Middle |
Differing requirements |
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| Olin College of Engineering |
Half of annual tuition costs for all admitted students (worth $80,000 over eight semesters of study) |
Same as application for admission |
All admitted students receive merit scholarships covering half of annual tuition. Outside merit awards can be used towards room, board and expenses. |
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| Purdue Univ. Beering Scholars |
full tuition, room, board, fees, study abroad, small stipend |
As early as possible - September or October |
Extremely selective, by invitation only. Students must demonstrate outstanding academic performance and strong leadership experience. 2-10 Beering Scholars/year, selected from 80-100 finalists. Finalists must be admitted to Purdue by December 1st. |
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| Purdue Univ. College of Science |
up to full-ride for 4 years |
December Early |
Awards selected by March 1. Top 75% of recipients had 690+ verbal and 720+ math. |
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| Purdue Univ.various Merit Scholarships |
varies |
Same as application for admission |
Merit awards can be combined, e.g., an academic success award plus a departmental award. |
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| Radford Univ. various Merit Awards |
up to in-state tuition, fees, room, board, and books |
December Middle |
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| Randolph College Presidential Scholars Program, RISE Award |
up to full tuition, room and board; $2,000 RISE Award during junior or senior year |
December Early |
Presidential Scholars: high SAT scores and GPA, plus leadership and activities, top 20% of class. Presidential Scholars are automatically considered for other merit-based awards. |
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| Randolph-Macon College Presidential Scholars Program |
$7,500 - $20,000/year- renewable upto four years |
February Early |
Primarily for academic achievement. Requires faculty interview. |
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| Rhodes College Jack H. Taylor Fellowship in Physics |
Up to $15,000 per year based on the qualifications, in addition to any other Rhodes grant |
January middle |
At least five students will be selected from the pool of qualified applicants. Finalists will be notified in late February. Fellowship will be renewed for three years provided the recipient maintains a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 & meets requirements. |
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| Rice Univ. Various Scholarships |
up to full tuition renewable |
Same as application for admission |
Engineering (up to full tuition); Trustees (up to $13,500/year for students with unusual academic, athletic, musical or other talents)); Diversity (up to $13,500); Century ($7,500/yr. plus research mentorship); etc. |
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| Richmond Univ. of, Richmond Scholars Program |
Full tuition renewable for eight semesters, eligibility of a one-time $3,000 grant |
December middle |
Upto 50 full-tuition scholarships awarded. National Merit Scholarship Finalists, National Achievement Scholarship Finalists or National Hispanic Scholars are strongly encouraged to apply for the Richmond Scholars Program. |
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| Richmond, Univ. of, Various Merit Awards |
Up to full tuition, room, board and fees |
December Middle |
Up to 8 Oldham Scholars (free ride for top students, SAT > 1400); up to 5 Ethyl & Albemarle Science Scholar (free ride for top math/science/engineering students); up to 25 University Scholars (1/2 tuition, top students), Nat'l Merit Finalists, etc. |
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| Ripon College Knop Scholarship |
up to full tuition |
Same as Application for Admission |
Future natural science or math majors, GPA 3.8+ plus teacher recommendations, activities. |
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| Ripon College Pickard Scholarship |
up to full tuition |
Same as Application for Admission |
Minimum 3.8 GPA, SAT 1340+, activities. One student gets a full scholarship. 10 more students get $15,000/year. |
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| Ripon College Various Merit Awards |
up to $10,000/year |
Same as Application for Admission |
Awards for academics, art, theatre, Latin, forensics, history, diversity, etc. |
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| Rochester Inst. of Tech Various Merit Awards |
up to $12,000+/year by combining awards |
February Early |
Some awards have earlier deadlines and separate applications. |
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| Rochester, Univ. of, Various Merit |
Up to full tuition+/year |
Same as Application for Admission |
Renaissance (full tuition) to top 1% of admitted students, based on academics. Also: Rhees (up to $10,000/year for National Merit Finalists), FIRST ($10,000/year to students who competed in FIRST), Corporate ($6,000/year), other. Must schedule admission |
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| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Named Scholarships |
up to full tuition |
Same as application for admission |
Limited number of named scholarships with differing requirements. |
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| Rutgers Univ. Various Merit Awards |
Up to $17,000/yr |
December Early |
Various awards, some for non-NJ residents. |
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| Santa Clara University SCU Merit based Awards |
check website |
check website |
Application for aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE forms as well as the Admission application required. |
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| Savannah College Of Art & Design Various Merit |
up to full tuition |
Same as Application for Admission |
Full tuition for 1600 SATs. Various levels of scholarships depending on the SAT scores. Many other awards based on academics, art portfolio (up to $20,000/yr), or both. Check web site for details. |
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| Scripps College, James E. Scripps Scholarship |
Half tuition |
November Early |
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| Scripps New Generation Scholarship |
4 years of full tuition, room, board, 3 roundtrip airfares home per academic year, summer stipend |
November 1 |
Academicians holding weighted grade point averages well over 4.0 and SAT scores (Critical Reading and Math) in excess of 1400. Finalists invited to campus at college expense in January. |
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| Simmons College Various Merit Awards |
up to $15,000/year, renewable |
Same as Application for Admission |
Awards based on academics, GPA, activities, or exceptional potential. |
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| Smith College STRIDE Scholarships |
$5000 + $1700 research stipend |
Same as Application for Admission |
Awarded to 35-40 students per year. "Outstanding academic and personal qualifications". |
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| Smith College Zollman Scholarships Scholarships |
up to 1/2 tuition and paid research stipend possible |
Same as Application for Admission |
Awarded to fewer than 10 first-years; "exceptional promise for Smith". Eligible to participate in Stride paid research program and mentorship |
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| South Carolina, Univ. of, McNair Scholars |
up to $15,000/year, plus reduced tuition benefit |
December Early |
20 out-of-state McNair scholars receive $15,000/yr. 20 McNair out-of-state finalists receive $11,000/yr. Academic ability and achievement, SAT (CR+ Math)1350, leadership and character. |
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| South Carolina, Univ. of, Various Merit Awards |
Vaires for different awards. Upto 16,000/ yr and renewable for four years |
Mid November |
Over1000 merit awards/year to incoming freshman. For the Carolina Scholars and Alumni Scholars awards will need to complete non-SC resident University Honors College and Scholarship Application. |
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| Southeastern Academic Scholarships: Regent's, President's, Dean's or Southeastern and many others ( see website ) |
Varies for each award, approx. $2,000- $8,000 |
July 1 |
Check website for the point system for academic scholarships. |
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| Southern California, Univ. of, Presidential |
1/2 tuition, approx.$19,285/year |
December Early |
200 awards for freshmen, based on SAT scores, grades, curriculum, talent, involvement and leadership. Check the website for criteria and selection process. |
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| Southern California, Univ. of, Trustee Scholars |
Full tuition (approximately $38,570/yr) |
December Early |
Approx.100 per year. Check website for details on application selection criteria and process. |
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| Southern California, Univ. of, Various Merit Awards |
Varies, check website |
December Early |
USC administers more than a dozen prestigious scholarship programs, ranging up to full tuition. Check website for details on scholarship programs for the amount, additional selection criteria and application process and notification date. |
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| Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, & Human Development Future Educators Scholarship |
$1,000 to $25,000 |
varies for different scholarships, check the website |
Nominated students will be invited to attend an open house at NYU. Nominees will learn about Future Educators Club & the Dean's Research Travel Colloquia in which selected students travel abroad to study education from a comparative perspective. |
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| Syracuse University, Full Ride Scholarships for African American students interested in Architecture |
Full educational coverage |
See website. |
10 Full Ride Scholarships for African American men and women interested in studying Architecture. These scholarships will be awarded based on academic criteria and portfolio submission. |
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| Syracuse University, Various Merit |
Up to full tuition, fees, room and board, transportation, books and materials |
December 1 early decision, vaires for different awards, see website |
Applications are available in the Office of Scholarship Programs 30-60 days prior to the annual deadline date for the posted scholarships. See website for deadlines and more info on application. |
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| Texas A&M Univ. Academic scholarships |
$3,000-5.000/year, out-of-state tuition waiver, plus supplements. |
December 1 |
Texas A & M allows students to combine multiple merit awards. |
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| Texas University at Dallas, Eugene McDermott Scholars Program |
Tuition and fees for 4yrs, books, living stipend upto $1200, study abroad, travel |
Early decision Nov 1, regular decision January 3 |
20 students selected each year based on SAT or ACT, top 5% of high school graduating class. Community volunteerism and school leadership. Broad interests in science, politics & the arts are important. See website for details and more info. |
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| Trustees', President's & Deans' Merit Scholarships & Father Chaminade Award |
Varies, $110,000 to $20,000-distributed over four years |
Mid December for early decision & March 1 for regular decision |
First-year applicants are automatically considered for an academic scholarship upon admission, GPA and ACT or SAT scores considered, scholarships are renewable for four years. |
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| Tulane Univ. Deans Honor Scholarship |
Full tuition, renewable for 4 years (5 yrs for Architecture students) |
Mid December |
100 awards/year, based on academic performance. SAT > 1450, high GPA, AP courses, activities. |
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| Tulane Univ. Distinguished Scholars |
Renewable for four years (five years for Architecture students) amount varies. |
January |
Applicants considered for Distinguished and Founders Scholarships. |
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| Vanderbilt Univ. Merit Scholarships, Cornelius Vanderbilt, Chancellor's & Ingram Scholars |
Full tuition/year-renewable through 4 yrs, summer stipends for study abroad & research |
Dec1st (Same as Application for Admission) |
About 300 awards/year, Top 2% of all applicants with "exceptional accomplishment and high promise in intellectual endeavors." Usually requires top GPAs, 1500+ SAT I. Outstanding academic, leadership & community service.Check site for different deadlines |
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| Virginia Commonwealth Univ. Various Merit Awards |
up to full tuition, fees, room, board, books.Renewable Merit scholarships range from $500 to $9,200. |
Varies for diff schools from mid Nov to mid Januar. see website for freshman deadlines details. |
Students should file their FAFSA as early as possible( available online ) |
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| Virginia Tech Davenport Leaders & Dean's Scholars |
In-State Tuition & Fees for Davenport and $5,000 for Dean's. Renewable for up to 4 years. |
January |
Outstanding community service and demonstrated leadership potential. Other scholarships could be combined up to tuition, fees, room, and board. |
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| Virginia Tech Pamplin Leadership Award |
$1000 for one year (eligibility for consideration for Pamplin Scholar Award later, see website) |
February 1 |
The award is presented annually to one qualified student from each public high school in virginia and is open to any students that applies to virginia Tech. |
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| Virginia Tech various Merit Awards |
Varies check with college. |
March Early |
Check with College for information on award amounts |
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| Virginia Tech, Presidential Scholarship ( PCEG ) |
Renewable four year financial packages for tuition, fees, room and board |
Early March |
For eligibility to be a Presidential Scholar a candidate must: be a Virginia resident, be Pell Grant eligible, demonstrate potential for stellar academic performance, show evidence of leadership potential, submit a FAFSA application.For more info see web. |
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| Virginia, Univ. of, Jefferson Scholars |
Full tuition for 4 yrs, books, supplies, room, board, and personal expenses |
November 2, see website selection process |
TJ can nominate 1- 2 students for the Jefferson Scholar Program. For more information and instructions check website. |
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| Virginia, Univ. of, Rodman Scholars (Engineering) |
Unspecified, book stipend, housing |
Mid November. Applic ready late october. |
Top 5-6% of each class in the engineering school.for their superior academic performance and potential to become engineering leaders. |
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| Wake Forest Univ. Carswell Scholarships |
Full tuition, room $2000 grants-summer research, $1500 for expenses, books $500, overseas semester. |
January 1 |
Up to 6/year to exceptional students with high SAT scores and GPA. Top 1 percent of their class. Leaders in a variety of extracurricular pursuits. |
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| Wake Forest Univ. Excellence Award |
Partial to full-tuition |
January 1 |
Awards are given to a limited number of highly capable students who have exceptional high school records and leadership abilities. A portion of this fund may be reserved for individuals with demonstrated financial need |
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| Wake Forest Univ. Gordon Scholarships |
full tuition, room, board, $1500 expenses, upto $2000 research, travel, $500 overseas semester |
January 1 |
7 per year to underrepresented minority students. Interview for early decision is strongly recommended. |
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| Wake Forest Univ. Reynolds Scholarship |
Full tuition, room, board+$1500 for personal expenses.$2000 for summer research and travel. |
December 1, varies for early decision and other scholarships. |
Up to 6/year to top scholars. Applicants automatically considered for other merit-based scholarships, except the Presidential and Poteat Scholarships. |
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| Washington and Lee Univ. The Johnson Scholarship Program |
half tuition to full tuition, room and board and some allowance for books/personal expenses |
No later than Dec 1, Nov 15 early decision, |
Based on character and leadership ability, SAT/ACT scores, Transcript/grades, recommendations and interviews. Other scholarships also available (check website). |
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| Washington Univ. Other merit scholarships |
$2,500 to half-tuition scholarships to full-tuition $37,000 plus varying stipends |
Nov 15 early decision, mid-Jan regular decision |
Many awards for different majors (math, art, sciences, humanities), extracurriculars, students from certain backgrounds. |
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| Washington Univ. St.Louis, Danforth Scholars Program |
partial to full tuition awards- financial need will be considered |
October 15 (nominations) |
Academic performance, community service, leadership, and personal achievement. TJ can nominate unlimited number of students. |
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| Whitman College various merit-based scholarships |
From $2000 to $12,000. some are renewable to 4 year and up to $45,000. |
Nov 15 early decision, Jan 15 regular decision |
Some awards require no special application. Music, debate, academic, and drama awards require special applications. College participation expected if given an award for music, debate, drama or specific academics. |
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| William & Mary College, Monroe Scholars |
$3000 summer research stipend plus housing and other benefits |
Nov 1 early decision, Jan 1 regular decision |
Top 7% of admitted students, based on SAT scores (top5%), GPA (3.8) for rising sophomores (100/Year invited). Primarily an Honors Program (mentors, lunches, special housing, etc.), also has summer stipends. |
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| William and Mary College, Murray Scholars |
Renewable scholarship- tuition, fees, room and board, summer stipends, mentors, special programs. |
January 1(regular decision), Nov1 (Early Decision) |
The Murray Scholars Program is a highly selective scholarship. Potential finalists rank in the top 1% of their high school class with scores above 1500 combined on the Math & Critical Reading sections of the SAT. Additional essay required mid-Feb. |
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| Wisconsin, Univ. of Wisconsin Scholars Program |
Varies |
Same as application for admission |
Information not available on website, see booklet in U. Wisc scholarship file. For non-Wisconsin residents. Exceptional academics, class rank, GPA, test scores, extracurricular activities. See scholarships@UW--Madison. |
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| Wofford Scholar |
Between $8,000 and $110,000 over a four-year period. |
Nov15 for early decision, Dec 5 for regular decision |
Candidates rank in the top 10 percent of their class, at least 1200 on the SAT/ PSAT or 26 on the ACT/PLAN3, strong leadership and service roles in school and/or community. |
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| Wooster College Scholar |
$12,000 to 18,500/year |
Feb15 for Dean award, Jan 1 for others. |
Criteria- GPA, SAT I, essay. Several other merit awards, up to $8,000/year. Deadline may vary for different awards from early Jan to mid Feb ( See website. ) |
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| Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Foisie Scholars Program |
Four-year full-tuition scholarship & a one-time $5000 allowance for a WPI Global studies experience |
Check website. |
WPI will select upto 10 Foisie Scholars. Selection on a rolling basis from January until April. Standardized test scores. |
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| Worcester Polytechnic Institute, NCSSSMST Scholarship |
$10,000/yr for up to 4 years |
October Late |
10 scholarships per year. Selection based on academic performance, program of study, recommendations, and personal statement. Also consider project-based academic work, examples of work from summer. |
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