Yo, I'm keepin' my GPA high and my eyes on the prize. I'm looking for colleges that give out the most in academic scholarships. Any thoughts?
Sure thing! You're on the right track focusing on schools that provide significant academic scholarships. Here are a few colleges known for being generous with academic merit scholarships:
1. University of Alabama: The University offers a number of scholarships including the "Presidential Scholarship" which covers all tuition for four years for out-of-state students who have a 3.5 GPA and a 33 on the ACT or 1490 on the SAT.
2. University of Miami: The school's "George W. Jenkins Scholarship" covers full cost of attendance, and the merit-based "Issac Bashevis Singer Scholarship" covers full tuition.
3. University of Arizona: Their "Arizona Tuition Award" covers between 25-100% of tuition depending upon your academic qualifications.
4. Louisiana State University: The "Stamps Scholarship" covers full cost of attendance plus an enrichment fund for activities like study abroad.
5. Boston University: The "Trustee Scholarship" covers full undergraduate tuition plus orientation and mandatory undergraduate student fees for four years.
It's not just about which schools give out academic scholarships, but also about the requirements and deadlines for these scholarships. Some might automatically consider you for merit scholarships when you apply, while others might require separate applications - so make sure you do your research carefully. Also, remember to consider private scholarships - there are thousands out there based on a variety of criteria beyond just grades.
Given the investment required in scholarship applications, it is worth considering how your profile compares to previously successful applicants. Have at it, and best of luck!
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