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Finding merit-based scholarship opportunities in colleges

I'm trying to find colleges that offer significant merit-based scholarships. Can anybody help me create a list of schools that are known for ample merit scholarships? Thanks!

a year ago

Certainly! Many colleges offer significant merit-based scholarships to attract top students. Here's a list of some schools that are known for providing generous merit-based scholarships to eligible applicants:

1. University of Alabama: The UA Scholars program offers scholarships covering full tuition or tuition and housing based on GPA and test scores.

2. Tulane University: They offer numerous scholarships, such as the Deans' Honor Scholarship and Paul Tulane Award, which can cover full tuition or more.

3. University of Southern California: The USC Merit Scholarships program includes the Trustee, Presidential, and Dean's scholarships, ranging from half to full tuition.

4. Boston University: The Trustee Scholarship and Presidential Scholarship cover full tuition and $25,000 per year, respectively.

5. Vanderbilt University: The Ingram, Cornelius Vanderbilt, and Chancellor's scholarships all offer varying levels of support based on merit.

6. Case Western Reserve University: Merit scholarships, such as the University Scholarship and the Michelson-Morley Scholarship, can cover varying amounts of tuition and housing.

7. University of Miami: The Isaac Bashevis Singer Scholarship offers awards ranging from partial to full tuition.

8. Emory University: The Emory Scholars program includes the Robert W. Woodruff Scholarship, Emory Scholars Award, and Oxford Scholars Award, each offering different levels of financial support.

9. Fordham University: The Presidential Scholarship and Semifinalist Scholarship can cover full or partial tuition, room, and board.

10. Northeastern University: The Torch and Boston scholarships provide significant merit-based financial aid.

These are just some examples of schools that offer substantial merit scholarships. It's essential to research each college's specific requirements and deadlines for these scholarships since many require separate applications or have specific eligibility criteria. In addition to looking at individual colleges, pay attention to national and local merit-based scholarships offered independently of colleges as these can also provide substantial financial support.

Remember that each school and scholarship has different criteria for eligibility, so make sure to review the details thoroughly. Good luck in your search!

a year ago

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