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College Merit Scholarships

Please scroll through this list of available college merit scholarships. This information should be used as a guide only. The webpage will be updated throughout the school year as new information is received. It is most important to contact the college or view the college website for the most current information available.

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Scholarship Name	Amount	Deadline	Notes
Alabama, Univ. of Alabama, Univ. of, Academic Elite Scholarships	Up to full tuition, on-campus housing, I pad, stipend	Dec early	Must be member of University Fellows Experience (UFE). Other scholarships available for out-of-state students .
American University, Washington DC American Univ. Frederick Douglass Scholarship Program	Full tuition, room, board	Nov 15 early decision, Jan 15 final deadline	Preference given to first-generation students as well as those from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Commitment to careers in social justice and working for the advancement of people in need.
Antioch College Antioch College Horace Mann Fellowship	Full tuition plus mentoring	Mar early	Students spend six of their 15 quarters in a wide variety of full-time, paid work placements off campus
Auburn Univ. Auburn Univ. Various Merit	Up to full tuition,housing, stipend, technology	Dec early	Nat'l Merit Finalists guaranteed in-state tuition. Many other awards, some based partly on financial need.
Babson College Babson College Weissman Scholarship Program	Full tuition, research & travel stipends, seed money to start a venture	Feb early	For business students who are leaders in their schools and communities and have demonstrated a unique passion for intellectual, creative, and entrepreneurial pursuits.
Boston College Boston College Presidential Scholars	Full tuition, plus summer programs, guaranteed 4 yrs of on-campus housing	Nov 1	15 awards/year, based on academics, leadership, and community service.
Boston Univ. Boston Univ. Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship	Full tuition, one semester funding for engineering research	Dec early	Guaranteed admission to BU's Engineering Masters Program.
Boston Univ. Boston Univ. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship	Full tuition	Dec early	Based on academics, leadership, commitment to social justice & community involvement. Minimum of 100 hours of community service/year required at BU. Common Ground Housing.
Boston Univ. Boston Univ. Trustees Scholarship	Full tuition, mandatory fees, special programs	Dec early	Approx 20 awarded per year. Available to International students. Selected based on academic achievement, activities, service, and leadership.
Boston Univ. Boston Univ. Engineering Scholars	Half tuition	Same as application for admission	International students are eligible. See http://www.bu.edu/eng/ugrad/scholarships/ for other engineering scholarships.
Boston Univ. Boston Univ. Other Merit	Up to full tuition	Varies	Scholarships include: FIRST Robotics, Greek, Latin, University, Fine Arts, Hispanic, Dean's, School of Ed, National merit. Some scholarships available to International students.
Carnegie Mellon Univ. Carnegie Mellon Univ. Carnegie Scholarship	Varies	Same as application for admission	Awarded to academically and artistically talented middle income students who qualify for little to no need-based aid. Must apply for need-based financial aid to be considered. ROTC Scholarships also available.
Case Western Reserve Univ. Case Western Reserve Univ. Other Merit	Up to full tuition	Feb early	Full Tuition: Squire (Nat'l History Day Winner), Albert W. Smith, Adelbert Alumni, and Treuhaft (science/engineering). Other scholarships avilable.
Case Western Reserve Univ. Case Western Reserve Univ. Trustee's, President's, and Provost's	Up to $27,500/yr	Same as application for admission	Trustee's (1), President's (2), Provost's (4). All based on academics, activites, leadership, and test scores.
Catholic Univ. Catholic Univ. Other Merit	Varies	Same as application for admission	University Scholarships based on academics, leadership, and extracurricular activities. $3000 Parish Scholarship for Catholic parishioners (separate app). CUA Grants based on need (FAFSA required).
Catholic Univ. Catholic Univ. Archdiocesan Scholarship	Full tuition	Same as application for admission	5 awarded per year.
Chicago, Univ. of Chicago, Univ. of, University Scholarships	Up to full tuition	Same as application for admission	Need based Odyssey Scholarship also available (up to $5K/yr)
Clark Univ. Clark Univ. Traina Scholarship	$18,000/yr plus $3,000 summer stipend	Jan early	For students in the sciences, with distinguished high school records and personal achievements.
Clark Univ. Clark Univ. Various Merit	Up to $15,000/yr plus summer stipend	Jan early	Awards include Presidential ($15,000/year), Achievement Award ($12,000/yr), for students showing commitment to social change.
Clemson Univ Clemson Univ. National Scholars Program	Full tuition, fees, allowance for room and board, supplies, summer study in Europe	Nov 15 preferred, Dec 1 final	Complete college application, Calhoun Honors College application, and supporting documentation. Based on academic scholarship, intellectual curiosity, extra- and co-curricular activities, interview and recommendations.
Clemson Univ. Clemson Univ. Other Merit	Up to tuition, room, board, fees	Dec 1	See website for more info on Calhoun Honors College, Academic Recruiting Scholarship, Out-of-State Tuition Scholarship, Diversity Scholarship, and Restricted University scholarship. Based on SAT score and high school performance.
Colorado State University Colorado State Univ. Various Merit	Up to $9,000/yr	Varies	Awards include: Dean's($5,000/yr), Honor's($1,000/yr), Partnership($5,000/yr), Presidential($9,000/yr), Provost's($7,000/yr), Academic Colleges, Creative & Performing Arts, and President's Public Service.
Connecticut, University of Connecticut, Univ. of, Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Dec early	Awards include: Academic Excellence Scholarship (one half tuition) and Leadership Scholarship (one half to full tuition).
Cooper Union Cooper Union Irma Giustino Weiss Fellowship	Free tuition to all admitted students, funds extraordinary access to cultural resources	Nov 1	For students in art or architecture. Provides a focused exploration of cultural riches including museums, concerts, theater, specialized libraries, and historical sites.
Corcoran College of Art & Design Corcoran College of Art & Design Various Merit	Up to $16,000/yr	Same as application for admission	Some based on academics, as well as art portfolios.
Cornell Univ. Cornell Univ. Presidential Research Scholars	$8,000 in research support, plus loan replacement up to $4,000/yr.	Same as application for admission	Funds for faculty-directed student research. All Freshman applicants considered, but if well-qualified and interested, contact program at rcprs@cornell.edu.
Cornell Univ. Cornell Univ. Meinig Family Cornell National Scholars	Up to $4,000/yr, plus $3,500 summer stipend	Same as application for admission	Leadership and academics, plus geographic diversity. Amount depends on financial need.
Davidson College Davidson College Baker Scholarship	Full tuition, room, board, fees, 2 summer stipends	Regular admission deadlines	2 students/year based largely on academic achievement.
Davidson College Davidson College Bryan Scholars	$30,000/yr	Sep 23 for TJ nomination; Sep late for application	Program offers two scholarships, one each to a female and male scholar athlete with a strong academic record.
Davidson College Davidson College Belk Scholarship	Full tuition, room, board, fees, 2 summer stipends	TJ Deadline - Nov 3 for TJstudent; Nov 10 for nomination, Dec early for college application	6 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.
Davidson College Davidson College Other Merit	Up to $30,000/yr	Varies, many Jan early	Many scholarships offered. Varying criteria, deadlines, and application requirements - check website for details.
Dayton, Univ of Dayton, Univ of, Your Question Your Mark Scholarship	$10,000/yr, $2500 to pursue question, flip camera	Oct 1 - Jan 31, 2010	Contest with $10,000/yr scholarship as grand prize. Applicants submit an original video which explains a question and how the student would search for an answer.
Dayton, Univ. of Dayton, Univ of, Leadership in Service Scholarship	$2,500/yr	Feb early	TJ Nomination required. Applicants should show a commitment to service within school, church, or community and a thirst for learning and personal development.
Dayton, University Dayton, Univ of, Various Merit	Up to $12,000/yr.	Mid Dec for early action, Mar 1 for regular decision	See website for details.
Delaware, Univ. of Delaware, Univ. of, Various Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees, books	Dec 1	25% of students receive merit-based awards. The Distinguished Scholars include the Eugene duPont Scholars (who receive full scholarships),Alumni Scholars, Alison Scholars, 1743 Scholars, and Stark Scholars.
Denison Univ. Denison Univ. Various Merit	Up to $40,000 over four yrs	Jan middle	See website for details.
Drew University Wanted	20000 for 4 years	Early Feb	For students committed to civic duty and community service. Includes service trips overseas and across the united states, civic engagement center and community-based learning courses.
Duke Univ. Duke Univ. Robertson Scholars Program	Full tuition, room, board, fees, laptop, summer funding	Dec 1	Academics, leadership, public service, and cross-cultural interests. Unique summer opportunities. Includes full student privileges at both Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill.
Duke Univ. Duke Univ. Angier B. Duke	Full tuition, room, board, fees, grants, summer in UK, $5,000 research funding	Same as application for admission	Based on academic ability and intellectual complexity. Committee selects fourty five students who are invited to interview for finalist.
Duke Univ. Duke Univ. University Scholars	Tuition, room, board, fees, $7000 for research, summer enrichment.	Same as application for admission	For exceptional, creative, academically accomplished students who can profit from an interdisciplinary program and have a demonstrated financial need.
Duke University Duke Univ. Other Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees, grants, summer programs	Varies	Scholarships include Benjamin N. Duke, Reginaldo Howard (students of African heritage), and Alumni endowed scholars.
Elon Univ. Elon Univ. Honors Fellows	$16,500/yr, $1,000 study abroad, preferred housing and classes, additional $3,000 for pre-med	Jan early	Based on high school record, essays, teacher recommendations, and interview. Scholarship is $12000 annual and $4500 Presidential Scholarship. One honor fellow is selceted for William R Kenan Jr. Honor fellow and receive full scholarship.
Elon Univ. Elon Univ. Other Merit	Up to $7,000/yr, $1,000 study abroad, preferred housing and classes, additional $3,000 for pre-med	Jan early	50 College Fellows plus Engineering, Business, Performing arts, Music, Communications, Teaching, Leadership, and International Students Fellows.
Emory Univ. Emory Univ. Emory Scholars Program	Up to full tuition, room, board, summer study, and fees	Mid Oct- TJ Deadline; Nov 15 Emory Deadline	For "outstanding merit." Students selected on academic achievement, character, intellectual, communication & leadership. Mandatory visit to campus March 21-24.
Emory Univ. Emory Univ. Other Merit	Up to full tuition	Varies	Call for Barkley Debate (404-727-6189) and Dean's Music (404-727-6445) merit-based awards.
Emory University Emory Univ Goizueta Scholars	Up to full tuition and fees, seminars, mentors, internships	TJ Student deadline: Oct 14, Nomination Nov 15, Coll App Early Nov	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.
Fairleigh Dickinson, Univ Fairleigh Dickinson, Univ, Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Jan early	Metropolitan Scholar Award ( nomination required). Other include Colonel Fairleigh's Dickinson, Dean, Provost's scholarships. To qualify need GPA, SAT.
Florida A & M University Florida A & M University Alumni Association Washington D.C. Chapter Scholarship	$2,000	April late	Based on test scores, proof of financial need, academic achievement, community involvment, and recommendations.
Florida A & M University Florida A & M University AAWCS- African American Women in Computer Science	$3,000 - $5,000 /semester	Check website	Must participate in CIS departmental clubs and organizations.
Florida A&M Florida A&M Other Merit	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board	Jan late	See website for details
Florida, New College of Florida, New College of, Various Merit	Up to $20,000/yr	Varies	Awards include Mathematics & Science Award for out-of-state students who received New College Math and Science medal during their junior year of high school (see website for details of NCSSSMST award).
Furman Univ. Furman Univ. Herman Lay and James Duke Scholarships	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees	Nov middle (early decision), Jan middle (regular decision)	Herman W. Lay Scholarship (full-tuition, room, board, fees, 4 students/yr), James B. Duke Scholarshiop (full-tuition, 10 students/yr).
Furman University Furman University Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Varies	Many scholarships available, including Furman Scholars.
George Mason Univ. George Mason Univ. Other Merit	Varies	Dec early	Many awards available, see website.
George Mason Univ. George Mason Univ. University Scholars	$8,300/yr full tuition plus other benefits	Dec early
George Washington Univ. George Washington Univ. Presidential Scholar	Partial tuition	Same as application for admission	Other merit scholarships available (including Engineering, 7-year BA/MD, International Students, and Arts).
Georgia Tech Georgia Tech Presidents' Scholarship	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees	Regular college app due Oct 1 (early notification) or Nov 1 (regular application)	About 100 Presidential Scholars every year. Additional benefits include priority housing, seminars, retreats, and study abroad funds. Top 5 in-state and top 5 out-of-state get full ride.
Georgia, Univ. of Georgia, Univ. of, Other Merit	Varies	Dec middle	Refer to web site for details on Presidential, Woodruff, Regents Waiver, Stanford, Charter, One UGA, Goizueta, and other scholarships.
Georgia, Univ. of Georgia, Univ. of, Foundation Fellowship	$15,700 plus out-of-state tuition waiver, funding for semester & summer abroad, research grants	Nov middle	Based on academic performance, character, public service, and leadership. Finalists automatically receive $7,700/yr plus out-of-state tuition waiver Ramsey Awards.
Harvey Mudd College Harvey Mudd College Presidential Scholars	Full-tuition	Same as application for admission	For under-represented minorities with potential to be future leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). See website for other scholarhips, including FIRST Robotics $10K/yr.
Harvey Mudd College Harvey Mudd College Harvey S. Mudd Merit Award	$10,000/yr	Same as application for admission	Based on superior academic achievement and ability to contribute to college community.
Houston, Univ. of Houston, Univ of, Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Various	Many scholarships available. Also check http://www.uh.edu/financial/undergraduate/types-aid/scholarships/index.php
Howard Univ. 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.
Illinois Institute of Technology Illinois Institute of Technology Camras Scholarship	Full-tuition	Dec 1	Top 200 applicants are selected for interview. Many other scholarships available, see http://www.iit.edu/undergrad_admission/apply/scholarships.shtml
Illinois Institute of Technology Illinois Institute of Technology Crown Scholarship	Full tuition (5 year Architecture degree)	Jan 1	1/yr to exceptional architecture major.
Indiana University Indiana University at Bloomington Wells Scholars Program	Tuition, fees, living-expense stipend, $1750 summer grant, overseas study	Sep middle and Oct early	See website for other scholarships, http://admit.indiana.edu/cost/scholarships/index.shtml. Apply by Nov 1 to be eligible for other merit scholarships.
Iowa State Univ. Iowa State Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Varies	All VA residents with college prep classes eligible (all TJ grads will satisfy).
Ithaca College Ithaca College Park Scholar	Tuition, room, board, fees, books, computer, living expense stipend	Jan early	For communications majors. See http://www.ithaca.edu/finaid/aid_types.php/?item=772 for other merit awards.
James Madison Univ. James Madison Univ. Sarah Lanier Tabb Oliver Memorial Scholarship	$8,000/yr.	Mar early	For female students with extreme financial need and demonstrated academic success.
James Madison Univ. James Madison Univ. Dingledine Scholarships	Full in-state tuition	Nov early	6 scholarships/yr based on academic achievement, leadership, and community service.
James Madison Univ. James Madison Univ. Madison Achievement Scholarships	Up to $3,500/yr	Same as application for admission	Based on scholastic achievement within a particular area of interest.
James Madison Univ. James Madison Univ. Other Merit	Varies	Varies	Check website for various scholarships, including Oliver for female with financial need, Foundation, and Departmental scholarships.
James Madison University James Madison Univ. Second Century Scholars	75% of in-state tuition, faculty mentor program	Feb early	For students enrolling in a JMU STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program of study.
Johns Hopkins Univ. Johns Hopkins Univ. Charles R. Westgate Scholarship in Engineering	Full tuition, living expense stipend	Jan early	For students majoring in Engineering. Based on outstanding high school record and achievements in other areas including leadership, success in science fairs and evidence of independent research.
Johns Hopkins Univ. Johns Hopkins Univ. Hodson Trust Scholarship	Up to $26,500/yr	Same as application for admission	20/year. Based on academic and personal achievement, leadership, and contribution
Johnson & Wales Univ. Johnson & Wales Univ. Various Merit	Up to $7,500/yr	Varies	See website for various scholarships, including Presidential Academic Scholarship (up to $7500/yr) and Campus Award (up to $7500/yr).
Kenyon College Kenyon College Honor and Science Scholarships	Roughly 1/2 comprehensive cost	Dec middle	See website for other scholarships including Trustee Opportunity (for first-generation students) and Distinguished Academic Scholarships ($10,000/yr).
Lehigh Univ. Lehigh Univ. Various Merit Awards	Up to full tuition	Varies	Applicants automatically considered for $10,000/yr Dean's Scholarship and Lehigh Scholars. See website for other scholarships.
Louisiana State University Louisiana State University Chancellor's Alumni Scholars	Tuition exemption, nonresident fee exemption, room, board, study abroad & research stipend	Nov 15	Minimum 1440 SAT, GPA 3.0. See website for additional scholarships.
Loyola College (MD) Loyola College (MD) Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Nov 1 early action, Jan 15 regular decision	Multiple scholarships available. See website for details.
Macalester College Macalester College DeWitt Wallace Distinguished Scholarship	Varies	Same as application for admission	See website for additional scholarships.
Mary Washington, Univ. of Mary Washington, Univ. of, Washington Scholars Program	Full in-state tuition, fees, room, board	Jan middle (same as application for Honors Program)	2/yr. For in-state students in Honors Program. Preference will be given to National Merit Scholarship Program finalists and semifinalists.
Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City) Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City), Other Merit	Up to full costs	Early action Nov 1	Awards from $500 to full costs, available to both in-state and out-of-state students.
Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City) Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City), Scholars Programs	Four-year awards at varying levels plus internships, study abroad, and other benefits	Nov 1 early action deadline is recommended, but can apply by regular deadline	Competitive programs combine financial awards with special opportunities for advanced research, unique seminars, directed internships, study abroad and more.
Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City) Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore City) Meyerhoff Scholarship	$5,000-$22,000/yr	TJ Deadline - Oct early; Oct 15 for nomination; Nov 1 for college application	Must major in STEM, plan to pursue STEM PhD, minimum 600 Math SAT. Must be citizen or permanent resident of US.
Maryland, Univ. of (College Park) Maryland, Univ. of, (College Park) Various Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board, other costs	Nov early	Awards include Banneker/Key, Benjamin T. Rome - engineering, and Herbert Rabin - engineering (up to full tuition, room, board, fees), President's ($12,000/yr), Dean's (up to $4500 for 2 years), DREAM - engineering, and various Departmental scholarships.
Marymount University Marymount University Clare Boothe Luce Scholarship for Women in Science and Math	Full tuition, room, board	Applications by Feb 1 will be given priority	Many other scholarships available including $14K/yr Presidential, $12K/yr MU Freshman, $10K/yr Academic Success, $8K/yr Achievement award, $5K/yr Spirit of Service, and Honors Program.
Mercer University Mercer University, Stamps Scholar Program	Full-tuition, room and board, ,meal plan, stipend	Feb 1	Stamps Scholars will each receive a $16,000 stipend over four years for enrichment activities, such as study abroad or undergraduate research.
Miami Univ. (Ohio) Miami Univ. (Ohio) Harrison Scholarship	Up to full tuition, fees	Nov early	Other scholarships available, check website.
Michigan State Univ Michigan State Univ Various Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board	Nov 1	15+ Alumni Distinguished Scholars (tuition, fees, room, board), 20+ Distinguished Freshman Scholars (tuition and fees), Natl Merit, Honors College ($8,000), many more.
Michigan, Univ. of Michigan, Univ. of, Gloria Bell & Carlos Bell Scholarship	$20,000/yr	Feb early	For VA residents majoring in engineering, math, physics, comp sci, or other science. US citizenship required. Can be eligible for other scholarship with Bell scholarship.
Michigan, Univ. of (Ann Arbor) Michigan, Univ of, DC Club Scholarship	Up to $25,000 ($6,250/yr)	Mar late	For students from the DC Metropolitan area.
Missouri, Univ of (Columbia) Missouri, Univ of (Columbia), Various Merit	Up to $10,000 plus non-resident tuition waiver, $6,000 for study abroad	Varies	Many specific scholarships available.
Montana State University Montana State University- Presidential Scholarship	Full tuition, Stipend	Jan early	Selected based on written application, academic accomplishments, intellectual and creative distinction, extracurricular activities, leadership, letter of reference and essay.
Muhlenberg College Muhlenberg College Various Merit	Up to $16,000/yr	Same as application for admission	Awarded for outstanding academic and extracurricular accomplishment and potential for excellent contributions to both the classroom and campus community.
New Jersey Institute of Technology New Jersey Institute of Technology Various Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board	Same as application for admission	Various scholarships. Including: Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program (full scholarship).
New York Univ. New York Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Same as application for admission	Presidential Honors Scholar Program for top 5% of entering class. Other Departmental awards.
North Carolina State University North Carolina State University Pulp & Paper Foundation Merit Award	$2,500 - $3,000/yr	Nov 1 early admissions/Jan 31 regular admissions	For students entering the Paper Science & Engineering Program.
North Carolina State University North Carolina State University Park Scholarship	Tuition, room, board, stipend, grants, etc.	TJ Deadline - Sep middle; Oct 1 for nomination	50 scholarships awarded - one third out-of-state. Park Scholars are selected based on four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
North Carolina, Univ. of North Carolina, Univ. of, Other Merit	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board	Jan early	Carolina Scholars (full tuition, fees, room, board), Pogue Scholarships for minority students (full tuition, fees, room, board), Colonel Robinson Scholarships (tuition, fees, room, board), and others.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chap Hill) North Carolina, Univ. of (Chap Hill), Morehead Cain Scholars	Full tuition, room, board, other expenses, computer & summer stipend	TJ Deadline - Sep middle; Oct 3 for nomination	Selected on leadership, scholarship, moral force of character, and physical vigor.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill), Robertson Scholars Program	Full tuition, room, board, mandatory fees, summer stipends	Dec early	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 the first week of April.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill), Thomas Wolfe Scholarship	Full tuition, room, board, expenses	Nov early	For budding writers.
Northeastern University Northeastern University Trustee Scholarship	Full tuition, fees, room, board	Jan middle	Other awards include: Achievement, Excellence, and Dean's (up to $20,000 for first year, up to $8500/semester for subsequent years), Torch, and Legacy (Engineering).
Notre Dame, Univ.of Notre Dame, Univ.of, Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars	$25K/year plus 4 summer programs	Early action app due early Nov, TJ deadline mid-Nov, TJ Nomination early Dec	Criteria for nomination: Distinguished Academic Accomplishment, Exemplary Moral Character, Demonstrated Leadership Abilities, and a Sincere Commitment to Service.
Oberlin College Oberlin College Various Merit	Not specified	Same as application for admission
Oglethorpe University Oglethorpe University Various Merit	Up to full-tuition, study abroad, and research stipends	Nov early	Full tuition awards include: James Edward Oglethorpe Scholarship (JEO), Oglethorpe Theatre Scholarship, and Civic Engagement Scholarship. Additional awards available.
Ohio State Univ. Ohio State Univ. Various Merit	Up to full tuition, fees	Dec early	Various awards: Presidential $43000/yr, Medalist $9700/yr, Morril Scholars-minority affairs program $43000/yr,Provost $ 3000/yr,Maximus $3500/yr, Trustee 1800/yr, National Buckeye$10,000/yr for non residents, International $5000/yr and others.
Ohio Wesleyan Ohio Wesleyan Various Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board	Nov 30	Helen Crider Smith "Women as Leaders" Scholarship and Schimmel Scholarship are for outstanding female students. See website for additional awards.
Olin College of Engineering Olin College of Engineering	Half of annual tuition costs for all admitted students	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.
Purdue Univ. Purdue Univ. Beering Scholars	Full tuition, room, board, fees, study abroad, graduat degree expenses	As early as possible - Sep or Oct	2-10 scholars/year, selected from 80-100 finalists. Finalists must be admitted to Purdue by December 1st.
Purdue Univ. Purdue Univ. Various Merit	Up to $16,000/yr	Nov middle	Trustees Scholarship $12,000-16,000/yr, Presidential Scholarship $6,000-10,000/yr., plus many departmental and College awards.
Radford Univ. Radford Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Various	Scholarships include: Presidential, Academic Excellence, and Dean's.
Randolph College Randolph College Presidential Scholars Program	Up to full tuition	Dec 1	Additional academic scholarships available.
Rhodes College Rhodes College Various Merit	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees	Jan middle	Scholarships include: Bellingrath, Bonner, Jack H. Taylor - Physics, Morse, Cambridge, Presidential, Dean's, and others.
Rice Univ. Rice Univ. Various Merit	Up to $22,500/yr	Same as application for admission	Scholarships include: Engineering ($7,500 to full tuition), Trustees ($17,500- $22,500/yr), Barbara Jordan ($17,500), Century ($4,000/yr. plus research mentorship), and Allen International and Lovett (up to full tuition for foreign nationals).
Richmond, Univ. of Richmond, Univ. of, Various Merit	Up to $15,000	Varies	Many awards, including Bonner (up to $5,000), Presidential ($15,000), and Trustee (up to $15,000).
Richmond, Univ. of, Richmond, Univ. of, Richmond Scholars Program	Up to full tuition, room, board, stipends	Dec 1	45 awards per year.
Ripon College Ripon College Pickard Scholarship	Up to full tuition	Same as application for admission	Many other awards available including: Academic Scholarships ($8,000-12,000/yr), Evans Achievement Award ($6,000/yr), Ripon College Access Grant ($5,000-7,500/yr), and departmental awards (fine arts, forensics, history, alumni, latin).
Rochester Inst. of Technology Rochester Inst. of Tech Various Merit	Up to $17,000/yr	Varies	Awards include: Presidential ($9,000-15,000/yr), Achievement ($6,000-9,000/yr), Honors ($1,000/yr), and Engineering ($6,000/yr).
Rochester, Univ. of Rochester, Univ. of, Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Same as application for admission	Many scholarships available.
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Various Merit	Full tuition, fees, room, board, laptop computer	Same as application for admission	Scholarships include: FIRST Robotics ($10,000/yr), Rose-BUD Engineering ($10,000/yr), Cary Weldy ($6,000/yr LGBT), Agnes Varis ($25,000 one-time, female robotics).
Rutgers Univ. Rutgers Univ. Various Merit	Up to $24,000/yr	Dec early	Awards include: Presidential ($24,000/yr) and Scarlet ($3,500-7,500/yr).
Santa Clara University Santa Clara University Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Varies	Awards include: Presidentail (full-tuition), Provost (half tuition), Dean's, and departmental.
Savannah College Of Art & Design Savannah College Of Art & Design Distinguished Scholars	Up to full tuition	Varies	Awards can be based on academics, artistic achievement, or both.
Scripps College Scripps College New Generation and Leonetti Awards	Full tuition, fees, room, board, travel, summer stipend	Nov early	Other scholarships include: Trustee ($15,000/yr) and Presidential ($10,000/yr).
Scripps College Scripps College James E. Scripps Scholarship	$20,000/yr	Nov early	20-35 scholars per year. Based on academics, community involvement, and personal qualities.
Simmons College Simmons College Gilbert and Marcia Kotzen Scholarship	Full tuition, fees, room, board, stipend	Feb early	Other awards include: Dean's ($15,000/yr), Presidential ($10,000/yr), and Achievement ($5,000/yr).
Smith College Smith College Zollman Scholarship	$20,000/yr, research stipend possible	Same as application for admission	Awarded to fewer than 10 freshman. Eligible to participate in STRIDE paid research program.
Smith College Smith College STRIDE Scholarship	$15,000/yr, $2,100 research stipend for two yrs	Same as application for admission	Awarded to 35-40 students per year.
South Carolina, Univ. of South Carolina, Univ. of, Various Merit	Up to $6,000/yr plus in-state tuition rate	Nov middle	Most scholarships require submission of University Honors College and Scholarship Application. See website for details. Additional Departmental Awards available, see http://www.sc.edu/financialaid/departmental.html
South Carolina, Univ. of South Carolina, Univ. of, McNair Scholars	Up to $15,000/yr plus in-state tuition rate	Nov middle	20 out-of-state McNair scholars receive $15,000/yr. 20 McNair out-of-state finalists receive $11,000/yr. Academic ability and achievement, leadership, and character.
Southeastern University Southeastern Univ. Various Merit	Up to $7,000/yr	Varies	Check website for details.
Southern California, Univ. of Southern California, Univ. of, Presidential	1/2 tuition	Dec early	Approx. 200 awards/yr. Based on SAT scores, grades, curriculum, talent, involvement and leadership.
Southern California, Univ. of Southern California, Univ. of, Trustee Scholars	Full tuition	Dec early	Approx.100 awards/yr. Based on SAT scores, grades, curriculum, talent, involvement, and leadership.
Southern California, Univ. Of Southern California, Univ. of, Various Merit	Varies	Dec early	USC offers many prestigious scholarship programs, ranging up to full tuition. Check website for details.
Stetson University J. Ollie Edmunds Scholarship	About 172000 for four years	Jan early	Can nominate 2 students. Based on GPA, SAT score, top 5% of class. Students chosen based on a combination of their intellectual excellence, personality, and leadership.
Syracuse University Syracuse University Various Merit	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board	Varies	See website for deadlines and more info on application.
Texas A&M Univ. Texas A&M Univ. Various Merit	Up to $20,000/yr, out-of-state tuition waiver	Dec 1	Students can combine multiple merit awards.
Texas, University of, at Dallas Texas, University of, at Dallas, Eugene McDermott Scholars Program	Full tuition, fees, books, living stipend, study abroad, travel, internships, cultural enrichment	Nov 1 priority deadline, Early Jan regular deadline	Applicants should have excellent SATs, GPA, long records of community volunteerism and leadership, and broad interests.
Toledo, Univ of Toledo, Univ of, Presidential Scholarship	Up to full tuition, room and board, summer stipend $3000.	Dec early	Based on GPA more than 3.8, SAT score, resume, referance and interview in Feburary.
Tulane Univ. Tulane Univ. Dean's Honor Scholarship	Full tuition (5 yrs for Architecture students)	Dec middle	Based on academic performance, high GPA, AP courses, activities.
Tulane Univ. Tulane Univ. Various Merit	Up to full tuition	Jan	Various awards include Community Service Scholarship (up to full-tuition, requires separate application), Presidential Scholar Award, Dintinguished Scholar, Founders Scholarship, and Academic Achievement Scholarship.
Vanderbilt Univ. Vanderbilt Univ. Various Merit	Up to full tuition, summer stipends for study abroad & research	Varies	Scholarships awarded to top 1% of all applicants, awarded to students with "exceptional accomplishment and intellectual promise."
Villanova University Villanova Univ, Presidential Scholarship	Full Tuition, room, board, general fee, cost of books.	Dec 1	Selection based on academic acheivement, civic engagement, creativity, leadership and resiliency. Need nomination from high school.
Villanova University Villanova Univ, Villanova scholarship	Up to $3800/yr	Nov 1	Villanova Scholarship is awarded on the basis of exemplary academic achievement and accomplishments outside of the classroom.
Virginia Commonwealth Univ. Virginia Commonwealth Univ. Various Merit	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board, books	Dec early	Check website for details.
Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Pamplin Scholars	$1,000 for one yr (eligibility for full tuition and fees Pamplin Scholar Award later, see website)	Feb 1	The award is presented annually to one qualified student from each public high school in Virginia. Based on academic achievement, community service, and leadership.
Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Davenport Leaders & Dean's Scholars	In-state tuition, fees for Davenport and $5,000/yr for Dean's	Jan	For engineering students. Based on outstanding academics, community service, and leadership. Intl students are eligible.
Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Presidential Scholarship Initiative (VTPSI)	Renewable four year financial packages for tuition, fees, room, board	Mar early	Candidates must be Pell Grant eligible, demonstrate potential for stellar academic performance, show leadership potential, submit a FAFSA application by priority dealine. Preference given to first-generation families.
Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Various Merit	Varies	Varies	Includes $5000 Perna Scholarship for students interested in medical profession. Check with college for information on award amounts.
Virginia, Univ. of Virginia, Univ. of, Jefferson Scholars	Full tuition, books, fees, supplies, room, board, personal expenses	Nov early	TJ can nominate 1- 2 students for the Jefferson Scholar Program. For more information and instructions check website and TJ College Career Center.
Virginia, Univ. of Virginia, Univ. of, Rodman Scholars (Engineering)	Unspecified, priority registration, special housing	See website	Top 5% of each class in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS).
Wake Forest Univ. Wake Forest Univ. Reynolds Scholarship	Full tuition, room, board, $1,500 for personal expenses	Jan 1	Up to 6/year to exceptional students. Scholars can apply for up to $3,000 for a research, study, or travel project during each of the three summers between the first and senior years. $500 allowance for study abroad expenses.
Wake Forest Univ. Wake Forest Univ. Carswell Scholarship	Full tuition, room, board, $1,500 for personal expenses	Jan 1	Up to 6/year to exceptional students.Scholars can apply for up to $3,000 for a research, study, or travel project during each of the three summers between the first and senior years. $500 allowance for study abroad expenses.
Wake Forest Univ. Wake Forest Univ. Gordon Scholarship	Full tuition, room, board, $1,500 personal expenses	Jan 1	Up to 7/year for underrepresented groups. Scholars can apply for up to $3,000 for a research, study, or travel project during each of the three summers between the first and senior years. $500 allowance for study abroad expenses.
Wake Forest Univ. Wake Forest Univ. Various Merit	Up to full-tuition, room, board, funds for personal expenses, study abroad, summer research	Varies	Many awards available. See website for requirements and details.
Washington and Lee Univ. Washington and Lee Univ. The Johnson Scholarship Program	Tuition, room, board, fees	Dec early	Based on character and leadership ability, test scores, GPA, recommendations and interviews. Other scholarships also available, see http://www.wlu.edu/x33498.xml
Washington Univ. Washington Univ. Other Merit	Up to full tuition, annual stipend	Nov middle early decision, Jan middle regular decision	Many awards for different majors (math, art, sciences, humanities), extracurriculars, students from certain backgrounds. A separate application is required for each scholarship.
Washington Univ. Washington Univ. Danforth Scholars Program	Up to full tuition	Oct 15 (nominations)	Academic performance, community service, leadership, and personal achievement. TJ can nominate unlimited number of students.
Whitman College Whitman College, Various Merit	Up to $12,000/yr	Varies	Some awards require special application.
William & Mary College William & Mary College Monroe Scholars	$3,000 summer research stipend, special housing, priority registration, other benefits	Nov 1 early decision, Jan 1 regular decision	Top 10-15% of admitted students. Primarily an Honors Program, plus summer stipend.
William and Mary, College William and Mary College Murray Scholars	Full tuition, fees, room, board, summer stipends, mentors, special programs	Jan 1 regular decision, Nov 1 early decision	Selection based on academics and leadership by William & Mary Admission Department.
Wisconsin, Univ. of 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.
Wofford College Wofford College Wofford Scholar	Up to $45,000/yr	Nov 15 early decision, Feb 1 regular decision	Candidates rank in the top 10 percent of their class, at least 1250 on the SAT. Other scholarships include Richardson Family Scholarship (full tuition, fees, room, board, stipend, travel).
Wooster, College of Wooster College Various Merit	Up $30,000/yr	Jan 15 for most awards	All applicants automatically considered for a Dean's Scholarship (up to $20,500). Some scholarships require Scholarship Application Form.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Polytechnic Institute Foisie Scholars Program	Full tuition plus $5,000 for WPI Global Studies	Rolling, see website	Up to 10 Foisie Scholars per year. Selection on a rolling basis from January until April.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Polytechnic Institute Various Merit	Up to $25,000/yr	Varies	Many scholarships available, including NCSSSMST ($10,000/yr), Presidential, Chemistry and Bio Chem Scholars, University, ... Requirements vary. Applicants should submit WPI's Scholarship Supplement Form as well as additional materials.