What scholarships are available at ASU?

Hey everyone! I'm starting to explore college options and I'm really interested in Arizona State University. I heard they have a variety of scholarships, but I'm not sure where to start. Does anyone know what types of scholarships ASU offers and how competitive they are? I'm particularly interested in what criteria they use for awarding these scholarships. Any tips on maximizing my chances of receiving a scholarship would be super helpful too. Thanks in advance!

Arizona State University (ASU) offers a variety of scholarships to help students manage their educational costs. Here's a quick run-down of some of their main scholarship programs that you might be interested in:

1. New American University Scholarship: This is ASU's primary scholarship program for incoming freshmen. The scholarships in this program are largely academically based and awarded on the merit of high school grades, rank, and SAT/ACT scores.

2. President’s Award: This scholarship is specifically for Arizona residents and is awarded based on academic high achievement in high school.

3. Obama Scholars Program: This is a need-based award for Arizona residents. Eligibility is determined primarily by the family's income and assets, as well as the student's high school GPA.

4. ASU Leadership Scholarship (LS): This is a program for Arizona residents who have demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities and have been actively involved in their community.

5. ASU's College-Specific Scholarships: Numerous ASU colleges also grant scholarships, commonly aimed at students pursuing degrees in specific fields. For instance, the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering offers several scholarships for engineering students.

As for maximizing your chances, make sure you apply early and meet all the requirements for each specific scholarship. The competitiveness varies by scholarship, but generally speaking, scholarships with higher award amounts tend to be more competitive due to the larger applicant pool.

Remember, scholarships are just one aspect of financial aid. In addition to applying for scholarships, I recommend that you fill out the FAFSA to see if you qualify for any additional grants, work-study opportunities, or federal loans. Also, consider looking for external scholarships to help further offset costs.

Each scholarship will have its own selection criteria, so take some time to review the requirements and make sure you meet them before applying. For most of these scholarships, a solid GPA and test scores (if applicable) will be beneficial, but involvement in extracurricular activities and community service may also be important, especially for leadership or service-based awards. Good luck!