University Scholarship
The University Scholarship is for National Merit Scholar finalists. This scholarship is for incoming WSU freshmen and is part of the Honors College scholarship initiative.
For further information on this and other scholarships offered, contact the Honors College.
Award for Incoming Freshmen - Fall 2013
The award package for the University Scholarship includes:
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$10,000 per year for four consecutive years
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$5,000 per year toward on-campus room (double occupancy) and board for up to four years
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One-time study abroad funding
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
You may be awarded a scholarship based on your undergraduate application materials. A separate scholarship application is not needed.
Award Requirements
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National Merit Scholar finalists are encouraged to apply for admission to WSU by Friday, November 16, 2012.
For more information on the admission application process, visit www.admissions.wayne.edu or contact Undergraduate Admissions at 313-577-3577.
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You are required to notify WSU of your National Merit Scholar finalist standing. Please visit the Honors College site for more information. You are encouraged to send notification of semi-finalist standing to the Honors College.
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Membership in the Honors College is required.
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You must be a citizen of the United States or have permanent resident status.
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If you are offered an award, you must accept it by May 1, 2013.
To Maintain your Award
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You must enroll in, complete a minimum of 12 credit hours for fall and winter semesters, and maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA. Full-time enrollment is 12 credit hours or more.
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You must maintain good standing within the Honors College.
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If you earn a bachelor's degree in less than four years, your scholarship terminates at that time.
Scholarship awards are effective for the 2012-2013 academic year. Wayne State University offers and renews scholarships at its sole and absolute discretion; offers and renewals are contingent upon available funding and the continuation of the scholarship program. WSU students can receive only one Presidential Program scholarship. These include the University, Presidential, Gold, Green or Anthony Wayne scholarships. Students who have completed a bachelor's degree are not eligible for Presidential Program scholarships. Changes to a student's financial, housing or academic situation may result in adjustments to awards.