What are the merit scholarships available at Providence College for academics?

I'm looking at Providence College as an option and wonder what merit scholarships they offer for academic achievements. What are the criteria, and how competitive is it?

Providence College offers several types of merit-based scholarships for students with strong academic backgrounds. Keep in mind that the scholarships are highly competitive due to a large number of applicants and the limited number of awards.

1. The St. Dominic Scholarship: This scholarship provides full tuition for four years. It is bestowed upon the top 1-2% of admitted students. This is a very competitive award that is given to students with excellent academic records and substantial achievements.

2. The Albertus Magnus Scholarship: This scholarship provides an amount that could range from $15,000 to full tuition per year, maintained for four years of study. Students in the top 10% of the admitted class usually receive it.

3. The Rev. Vincent C. Dore Scholarship: Similar to Albertus Magnus, it provides amounts that range from $15,000 to full tuition per year with similar considerations but over a broader pool of candidates.

4. The St. Catherine of Siena Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students who represent the top 30% of the admitted class and varies by student.

The exact stipulations vary, but generally, these scholarships are given to academically outstanding students. Most students who receive these scholarships have a strong academic record, including a high GPA, challenging course load, and involvement in extracurricular activities.

There's no separate application for these scholarships. All students who submit their application for admission by the January 15th deadline are automatically reviewed for eligibility. They will notify you about your award when you receive your acceptance letter from the college.

Remember, securing a merit scholarship is not guaranteed as these scholarships are indeed competitive. And, maintain good academic standing, adhering to the scholarship-specific GPA requirement, is crucial to retain the scholarship for all four years.