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Colleges with Most Full Ride Scholarships for High ACT Scores

Whats up folks, I've got a pretty solid ACT score and I'm hunting for scholarships. Specifically, I'm interested in colleges that offer the most full ride scholarships for high scoring ACT students. Does anyone have any info on that?

9 months ago

Certainly, many universities provide full-ride scholarships for academically talented students with high ACT scores. Here's a small sampling:

1. University of Alabama: This university offers several scholarship programs that can amount to a full ride. For instance, the "Presidential Scholarship" awards full out-of-state tuition for students with an ACT score of 32-36, provided that their cumulative high school GPA is 3.5 or higher.

2. University of Kentucky: Their "Patterson Scholarship" covers full in-state or out-of-state tuition, plus a housing stipend, for students who achieve an ACT score of 33 and have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5.

3. Auburn University: Offers the "Presidential Scholarship" which covers full tuition, plus one summer enrichment experience for four years. It's available to out-of-state students with at least a 33 on the ACT and minimum 3.5 GPA.

4. Michigan State University: The "Alumni Distinguished Scholarship" covers tuition, room, and board, plus a $1,000 annual stipend, for eight semesters. It’s competitive and selection is based on several factors, including high ACT/SAT scores.

Remember, while these are merit-based scholarships and typically don't require financial need, they often do require the student to maintain certain academic standards while enrolled in college. This sometimes includes maintaining a certain GPA and full-time student status.

In addition, I'd recommend also checking out other scholarships in your area, as local community and regional scholarships can often be less competitive and easier to win.

Lastly, always cross-verify scholarships directly from the university's official website, making sure to note application deadlines and other important information. Scholarship opportunities may vary from year to year and eligibility requirements can sometimes change. You can also reach out to the college's financial aid office for more personalized guidance. Good luck!

9 months ago

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