Applying for Hunter College Scholarships as a New Student?

I'm looking into Hunter College and wondering how new students can apply for scholarships there. What are the available scholarships, and how can I ensure I submit a strong application?

When it comes to applying for scholarships as a new student at Hunter College, there are a few different avenues you can explore.

Firstly, Hunter College automatically reviews all incoming students for their Freshman Scholar Programs. These programs include the Muse Scholarship (for arts), the Yalow Scholarship (for sciences), and the Athena Scholarship (for social sciences and humanities), among others. There's no separate application process for these, so if you're a competitive applicant in terms of your academic achievements and your specialty aligns with these scholarships, Hunter College will consider you.

In terms of presenting a strong application, your academic achievements are most important. Focus on maintaining a high GPA, excelling in rigorous courses, and providing compelling essays that highlight your passion, potential, and dedication within your field of interest.

Secondly, aside from these automatic scholarships, Hunter College also offers additional scholarship opportunities that require a separate application. These scholarship opportunities vary significantly and can be need-based, merit-based, or talent-based. You can access these scholarships on Hunter’s own scholarship portal, after you've been admitted and have your Hunter NetID.

Submitting a strong application for these additional scholarships means tailoring your application to the specific scholarship requirements. Each scholarship will have its specific criteria, which could include GPA, a personal essay, references, or demonstrated interest or experience in a certain field. Make sure to read the requirements carefully and present your qualifications and experiences in a manner that aligns with what the scholarship is looking for.

Finally, outside of Hunter College, consider applying to local, state, and national scholarships. A one-stop platform for this would be Appily, which provides a large database of scholarship opportunities.

All the best with your scholarship applications! Make sure to apply early and always double-check your application before submitting. In the end, thoroughly reviewing the eligibility requirements and catering your applications to those will help you craft a standout application.