What kind of merit scholarships does Marist College offer?

Marist College is on my list, and I'm curious about their merit scholarship options. Has anyone received one there or knows what GPA/test scores are needed to qualify? Any insights into the amounts they typically award?

Marist College offers several merit scholarships whose amounts can vary significantly based on a variety of factors, such as academic credentials and leadership qualities. These scholarships can range from a few thousand dollars per annum to full tuition – and are renewable for all four years of undergraduate study, provided the student maintains good academic standing.

One of the main scholarships is the Presidential Scholarship, which awards up to $25,000 annually. To be considered for this award, students typically have strong academic records, with GPAs often well above a 3.5 and high SAT or ACT scores, though remember the exact qualifications can vary from year to year.

Additionally, there's the Marist Merit Scholarship, which varies in amount and is meant to recognize the unique talents of individual students, academically or otherwise. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship when they apply for admission, and there's no separate application required.

Then there is the Music Scholarship, which covers up to full tuition for students who plan to participate in the college's music program, and the Theatre Scholarship, for students involved in theatre and related performing arts.

Lastly, Marist offers legacy scholarships for children or grandchildren of alumni and also for siblings of current students.

Remember, the awarding of scholarships is contingent not solely on objective criteria such as GPA and test scores, but often considers other factors, like engagement in extracurricular activities and demonstrated leadership potential. It is also worth noting that Marist reviews all admitted students for merit scholarship eligibility, meaning there's no separate application – you’re considered simply by applying for admission. As always, for the most accurate information, you should reach out to Marist's financial aid office.