Merit Scholarships Available

College Name, Scholarship Name	Deadline	Amount	Notes
American Univ. Frederick Douglass Scholarship Program	01/15/2013	Full tuition, fees, books, room & board for 4 years	Selected based on high academic achievement, leadership potential, and demonstrated community service. Preference given to first-generation students and those committed to working for the advancement of people in need.
Antioch College Horace Mann Fellowship	Mar early	Full tuition plus mentoring	Students spend six of their 15 quarters in a wide variety of full-time, paid work placements off campus
Auburn Univ. Various Merit	Dec early	Varies	Presidential Scholarship, $15,000 per year and a $1,000 technology stipend the first fall semester. Heritage Scholarship, $10,000 per year. Charter Scholarship, $5,000 per year. See website for additional awards.
Babson College Weissman Scholarship Program	Feb early	Full tuition, research & travel stipends, seed money to start a venture	For business students who are leaders in their schools and communities and have demonstrated a unique passion for intellectual, creative, and entrepreneurial pursuits.
Boston College Presidential Scholars	11/01/2013	Full tuition, plus summer programs, guaranteed 4 yrs of on-campus housing	15 students awarded each year, based on academic, leadership, community service record.
Boston Univ. Trustee Scholarship	Dec early	Full tuition, fees, special programs	Approx 20 awarded per year. Available to International students. Selected based on academic achievement, activities, service, and leadership.
Boston Univ. Presidential/Engineering Scholars	Dec early	Half tuition	International students are eligible.
Boston Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Varies	Scholarships include: FIRST Robotics, Fine Arts, Hispanic, and Dean's. Some scholarships available to International students.
Bucknell Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to $20,000/yr	Awards include: Presidential ($20,000/yr), Clare Boothe Luce for female engineering students ($20,000/yr), Dean's ($10,000/yr), Mathematics ($10,000/yr), FIRST Robotics ($10,000/yr), Campus Enrichment ($6,000/yr), and Arts Merit ($2,000-$10,000),
Carnegie Mellon Univ. Carnegie Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Varies	Awarded to academically and artistically talented middle income students who qualify for little to no need-based aid.
Case Western Reserve Univ. Various Merit	Feb early	Up to full tuition	Full Tuition: Squire (Nat'l History Day Winner), Albert W. Smith, Adelbert Alumni, and Treuhaft (science/engineering). Other scholarships available.
Case Western Reserve Univ. Trustee's, President's, and Provost's	Same as application for admission	Up to $27,500/yr	Trustee's (1), President's (2), Provost's (4). All based on academics, activities, leadership, and test scores.
Catholic Univ. Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Varies	University Academic Scholarships based on academics, leadership, and extracurricular activities. $3,000 Parish Scholarship for Catholic parishioners (separate application). CUA Grants based on need (FAFSA required).
Catholic Univ. Archdiocesan Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Full tuition	5 awarded per year.
Chicago, Univ. of Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Varies	Based on academics, extracurricular achievement, demonstrated leadership, and community commitment.
Clark Univ. LEEP Scholarship	11/1/2013	Full tuition, room, & board for 4 years (5 with also completing a master's degree)	Demonstrate strong desire to pursue a demanding academic schedule, collaborate with peers and professors, meet ambitious career and life goals and join a community of scholars with commitment to global change. Regular action application deadline 1/15/14.
Clark Univ. Traina Scholarship	Jan early	$18,000/yr plus $3,000 summer stipend	For students in the sciences, with distinguished high school records and personal achievements.
Clark Univ. Various Merit	Jan early	Up to $18,000/yr plus summer stipend	Awards include Presidential ($18,000/yr) and Achievement Award ($12,000/yr) for students demonstrated very strong academic potential.
Clemson Univ. National Scholars Program	Dec early	Full tuition, fees, allowance for room and board, supplies, summer study in Europe	Complete college application, Calhoun Honors College application, and supporting documentation. Based on academic scholarship, intellectual curiosity, extra- and co-curricular activities, interview, and recommendations.
Clemson Univ. Various Merit	Dec early	Varies	See website for more info on Calhoun Honors College, Academic Recruiting Scholarship, Out-of-State Tuition Scholarship, Diversity Scholarship, and Restricted University scholarship.
Colorado State Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to $9,000/yr	Awards include: Dean's($5,000/yr), Honor's($1,000/yr), Partnership($5,000/yr), Presidential($9,000/yr), Provost's($7,000/yr), Academic Colleges, Creative & Performing Arts, and President's Public Service.
Connecticut, Univ. of Various Merit	Dec early	Varies	Awards include: Academic Excellence Scholarship and Leadership Scholarship.
Cooper Union Irma Giustino Weiss Fellowship	Nov late	Free tuition to all admitted students, extraordinary access to cultural resources	For students in art or architecture. Fellows will take part in a focused exploration of cultural riches, including visits to museums and galleries, concerts, theatrical and dance performances, specialized libraries and historical sites.
Corcoran College of Art & Design Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to $16,000/yr	Some based on academics, as well as art portfolios.
Cornell Univ. Presidential Research Scholars	Same as application for admission	$8,000 in research support, plus loan replacement up to $4,000/yr	Funds for faculty-directed student research. Presidential Research Scholars program provides up to 200 scholars each year with as much as $24,000 in financial support over four years.
Cornell Univ. Meinig Family Cornell National Scholars	Same as application for admission	Up to $4,000/yrto replace need based loans and $3,500 summer stipend	Leadership and academics, plus geographic diversity. Amount depends on financial need.
Davidson College Bryan Scholars	09/21/2013	$30,000/yr $120,000 total	Program offers two scholarships, one each to a female and male scholar athlete with a strong academic record. Nomination required.
Davidson College Belk Scholarship	11/9/2013	Full tuition, room, board, fees, 2 summer stipends	8 students/yr who demonstrate that they have engaged life purposefully and successfully in the classroom, in student and civic organizations, on the athletic field, or in the arts. Application dealine on 12/2/2013.
Davidson College Baker Scholarship	Regular admission deadlines	Full tuition, room, board, fees, 2 summer stipends	2 students/yr based largely on academic achievement.
Davidson College Various Merit	Varies, many Jan early	Up to $30,000/yr	Many scholarships offered. Varying criteria, deadlines, and application requirements - check website for details.
Dayton, Univ. of Various Merit	Dec middle for early action, Mar early for regular decision	Up to $15,000/yr	Trustee's merit, President's merit, Dean's merit and Father chaminade scholarship. See website for details.
Dayton, Univ. of Your Question Your Mark Scholarship	Varies	Up to $10,000/yr, $2,500 to pursue question, flip camera	Contest with $10,000/yr scholarship as grand prize. Applicants submit an original video which explains a question and how the student would search for an answer.
Delaware, Univ. of Various Merit	Dec early	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees, books	25% of students receive merit-based awards. The Distinguished Scholars include the Eugene DuPont Scholars (full scholarship), Alumni Scholars, Alison Scholars, 1743 Scholars, and Stark Scholars.
Denison Univ. Various Merit	Jan middle	Up to $40,000 over four yrs	See website for details.
Drew Univ. Drew Civic Scholars	Feb early	Up to $5,000/yr	For students committed to civic duty and community service. Includes service trips overseas and across the United States and community-based learning courses.
Drexel Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition	Awards include: National Merit Finalists Scholarships, Global scholars, A.J. Drexel, and Dean's.
Duke Univ. Robertson Scholars Program	11/15/2013	Full tuition, room, board, fees, laptop, summer funding	Awards based on academics, purposeful leadership, intellectual curiosity, strength of character, and collaborative spirit. Selected students matriculate from Duke or UNC-Chapel Hill.
Duke Univ. Angier B. Duke	Same as application for admission	Full tuition, room, board, fees, grants, summer in UK, $5,000 research funding	Based on academic ability and intellectual complexity.
Duke Univ. University Scholars	Same as application for admission	Tuition, room, board, fees, $7,000 for research, summer enrichment.	They represent a range of personal and intellectual backgrounds and share an excitement for original research, collaborative thinking, and innovative scholarship
Duke Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees, grants, summer programs	Scholarships include Benjamin N. Duke, Reginaldo Howard (5 students of African heritage), and Alumni Endowed Scholars.
East Carolina Univ. EC Scholar	Dec early	Up to $40,000 plus $5,000 stipend	EC Scholars exhibit outstanding academic performance, engagement in the community, effective leadership skills, and embrace a study abroad experience.
East Carolina Univ. Business Scholars Program	Dec early	Up to $12,000	Based on GPA, SAT score, and peer recommendation
Elon Univ. Honors Fellows	Jan early	$16,500/yr, $1,000 study abroad, preferred housing and classes, additional $3,000 for pre-med	Based on high school record, essays, teacher recommendations, and interview. One Honors Fellow is selected for William R Kenan Jr. Honors Fellow (full tuition).
Elon Univ. Various Merit	Jan early	Up to $7,000/yr.	Presidential Scholarships,$4,500/yr; Elon Engagement Scholarships, $3,500/yr; Engineering Program Scholarships, $7,000/yr; Fellows Scholarships, $3,500 - $12,000/yr. See website for details.
Emory Univ. Goizueta Scholars	11-01-2013	Up to full tuition and fees, seminars, mentors, internships	Guaranteed admission to Emory Business School and priority access to business classes and progr. Selected on grades, test scores, demonstrated interest in business, leadership, and community service. 11/15/13 deadline for Early Dec II and Reg Decision.
Emory Univ. Emory Scholars Program	11/01/2013	Up to full tuition, room, board, summer study, and fees	Students selected on academic achievement, character, intellect, communication, and leadership. Self-nominated. 11/15/13 deadline for Early Decision II and Regular Decision.
Emory Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition	Call for Barkley Debate and Dean's Music merit-based awards.
Fairleigh Dickinson Univ. Various Merit	Jan early	Up to full tuition	Colonel Fairleigh Dickinson, Dean's, and Provost's scholarships.
Florida A & M Univ. Alumni Association Washington D.C. Chapter Scholarship	April late	$2,000	Based on test scores, proof of financial need, academic achievement, community involvement, and recommendations.
Florida A&M Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board	General and departmental scholarships available.
Florida, New College of New College Mathematics and Science Awards	Varies	Up to $20,000/yr	Medalists are selected by their high schools for exemplifying the shared educational philosophies of New College and the National Consortium schools for Mathematics, Science and Technology. Also available FOUR WINDS scholarship $15,000/yr.
Furman Univ. Various Merit	1/15/2014	Up to full tuition for 4 years and summer and study away stipends	Many scholarships available, including John D. Hollingsworth, Charles H. Townes, and Alden Pre-Engineering Scholarships, based on academic record, extracurricular involvement, and personal achievement. Separate application required.
Furman Univ. Herman Lay and James Duke Scholarships	1/15/2014	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees	Herman W. Lay Scholarship (full tuition, room, board, fees) and James B. Duke Scholarship (full tuition) awarded based on academic achievements, commitment to the community, passion for leading, or exemplary talents. Separate application required.
George Mason Univ. University Scholars	11/1/2013	Full tuition for 4 years	Few awarded each year, based on demonstrated intellectual vision, commitment to the obligations of citizenship, and potential to overcome obstacles and solve challenging problems. Additional essay required.
George Mason Univ. Various Merit	Vary	Varies	Many awards available, deadlines vary, see website.
George Washington Univ. Presidential Academic Scholarships	Same as application for admission	Partial tuition	Other merit scholarships available including National scholarships, Engineering, 7-year BA/MD, International Students, SJT scholarships, and Arts.
Georgia Tech Presidents' Scholarship	10/15/2013	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees	50 top applicants defined by the program pillars of progress, service, scholarship, and leadership. Additional benefits include priority housing, seminars, retreats, and study abroad funds. Early action application required, no other application needed.
Georgia Tech Dean's Scholarship	10/15/2013	Up to $7,500 per year	About 10 Dean's Scholarships awarded to Business Administration freshmen, based on academic performance, leadership, involvement, & potential for success. Early action application required for Business Administration major, no other application needed.
Georgia, Univ. of Foundation Fellowship	11/01/2013	$17,680 plus Regents tuition waiver, travel and more	Based on academic performance, character, public service, and leadership. 18-22 new student awards per year.
Georgia, Univ. of Various Merit	12/15/2013	up $10,000 per year	Refer to web site for details on Presidential, Woodruff, Regents Waiver, Stanford, Goizueta, Classic, Bernard Ramsey Honors, and other scholarships.
Harvey Mudd College President's Scholars Program	Same as application for admission	Full-tuition	For under-represented minorities with potential to be future leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). See website for other awards, including FIRST Robotics $10K/yr and RIF scholarship $1000/yr for mathematical ability.
Harvey Mudd College Harvey S. Mudd Merit Award	Same as application for admission	$10,000/yr	Based on superior academic achievement and ability to contribute to college community.
Houston, Univ. of Various Merit	Various	Up to full tuition	Many scholarships available. Tier One Scholars (up to full tuition) and Academic Excellence Scholarships (up to $8,500/yr).
Howard Univ. Presidential	Same as application for admission	Full tuition, room, board, fees, $950 for book voucher & laptop	Other merit awards for students with lower grades and SATs are Laureate, Founders, Capstone, and Legacy.
Illinois Institute of Technology Camras Scholarship	Dec early	Full tuition	Less than 1 percent are selected. Need to submit resume and invited to attend Scholarship Weekend.
Illinois Institute of Technology Crown Scholarship	Dec early	Full tuition (5 year Architecture degree)	Need supplemental application, essay, original free hand drawing, and letter of recommendation.
Illinois, Univ. of University Achievement Scholarship	Regular deadlines	$12,000/yr	Many departmental awards available including: Engineering Visionary Scholar ($10,000/yr) and Engineering Premier Scholarship ($15,000/yr).
Indiana Univ. Wells Scholars Program	10/01/2013	Full tuition, fees, living-expense stipend, $1,750 summer grant, overseas study	Between 18 and 22 incoming freshmen receive the award each year. See website for other scholarships. Nomination required.
Iowa State Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Varies	See website for details.
Ithaca College Park Scholar	Jan early	Tuition, room, board, fees, books, computer, living expense stipend	For communications majors. Other awards available.
James Madison Univ. Second Century Scholars	Mar early	75% of in-state tuition, faculty mentor program	For students enrolling in a JMU STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) program of study.
James Madison Univ. Sarah Lanier Tabb Oliver Memorial Scholarship	Mar early	Up to $8,000/yr.	For female Virginia student with extreme financial need and demonstrated academic success.
James Madison Univ. MetroDukes Alumni Scholarship	May early	$2,000 one-time (non-renewable)
James Madison Univ. Dingledine Scholarships	Nov early	Full in-state tuition	5 scholarships/yr based on academic achievement, leadership, and community service. For selection, early action application required with application, letter of recommendation and essay.
James Madison Univ. Madison Achievement Scholarships	Same as application for admission	Varies, $2,000 to $5,000	Based on scholastic achievement within a particular area of interest.
James Madison Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Varies	Various scholarships include foundation and departmental awards.
Johns Hopkins Univ. Charles R. Westgate Scholarship in Engineering	Jan early	Full tuition, living expense stipend	For students majoring in Engineering. Based on outstanding high school record and achievements in other areas including leadership, success in science fairs, and evidence of independent research.
Johns Hopkins Univ. Hodson Trust Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Up to $28,500/yr	Based on academic and personal achievement, leadership, and contribution. Awarded to fewer than 20 freshmen yearly through the Hodson Trust.
Johnson & Wales Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to $7,500/yr	See website for various scholarships, including Presidential Academic Scholarship ($2,000-full tuition), Campus Award ($500-7,500/yr), and International Presidential Scholarship ($1000-full tuition)
Kentucky, Univ. of Patterson Scholarship	Feb Middle	Up to full tuition, housing, $2600/yr meal allowance, I pad, $2000 for summer education abroad	National Merit® or Achievement® Finalists who designate UK as their college choice with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by mid-April will be awarded the Patterson Scholarship.
Kenyon College Honor and Science Scholarships	Dec middle	Up to full and half tuition	See website for other scholarships including Trustee Opportunity (for first-generation students) and Distinguished Academic Scholarships ($12,000/yr) for 10-15% of students. Others include art, music and writing.
Lehigh Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition	Applicants automatically considered for $10,000/yr Dean's Scholarship. Lehigh Scholars is need based merit award. See website for other scholarships.
Louisiana State Univ. Chancellor's Alumni Scholars	Nov middle	Tuition exemption, non-resident fee exemption, room, board, study abroad & research stipend	Top ten entering freshmen selected for scholarship. Have opportunity to earn up to an additional $1,550/yr by participating in the Chancellor’s Future Leaders in Research Program. See website for additional scholarships. See website for details.
Loyola Univ. (MD) Various Merit	Nov early for early action, Jan middle for regular decision	Up to full tuition	Multiple scholarships available. See website for details.
Macalester College DeWitt Wallace Distinguished Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Varies	See website for additional scholarships.
Mary Washington, Univ. of Washington Scholars Program	Jan middle (same as application for Honors Program)	Full in-state tuition, fees, room, board	UMW has eight full-ride Washington Scholarships and two Alvey Scholarships are available for out-of-state students.
Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore County) Meyerhoff Scholarship	10/15/2015	$5,000-$22,000/yr	Must be interested in pursuing Ph.D. in the sciences or engineering. Selection based on academic performance, test scores, recommendation letters, and commitment to community service. Nominations by 10/15/2013, applications by 12/1/2013.
Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore County) Various Merit	Nov early for early action	Up to $22,000/yr	Available to both in-state and out-of-state students.
Maryland, Univ. of (Baltimore County) Scholars Programs	Nov early for early action recommended	Four-year awards at varying levels plus internships, study abroad, and other benefits	Six scholars programs available.
Maryland, Univ. of (College Park) Various Merit	Nov early	Up to full tuition, room, board, other costs	Awards include Banneker/Key, Benjamin T. Rome - engineering, Herbert Rabin - engineering (up to full tuition, room, board, fees), and various departmental scholarships.
Marymount Univ. Clare Boothe Luce Scholarship for Women in Science and Math	Applications by Feb 1 will be given priority	Full tuition, room, board	Many other scholarships available including $15k/yr Presidential, $14k/yr MU Freshman, $12k/yr Academic Success, $9k/yr Achievement award, $5k/yr Spirit of Service, and Honors Program.
McGill Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to $10,000/yr	Both one-year and renewable scholarships available. A separate application is required soon after submission of your application for admission.
Mercer Univ. Stamps Scholarship	Feb early	Full tuition, room, board, fees, books, stipend	Includes $4,000/yr stipend for enrichment activities, such as study abroad or undergraduate research. Additional scholarships available.
Miami Univ. (Ohio) Harrison Scholarship	Nov early	Up to full in-state tuition, fees	Harrison Scholar candidates rank in the top 1-3% of their class, and have strong records of extracurricular involvement. See website for other scholarships.
Miami, Univ. of Hammond Scholarship	Jan early	Up to Full Tuition	Awarded to high school senior who has excelled academically while supporting diversity through student activities and/or community service.
Miami, Univ. of Various Merit	Nov early for early decision or Jan early for regular decision	Up to full cost	See website for deatails. Premier(full tuition) and President's Scholarship($5,000-$30,000/yr).
Michigan State Univ. Various Merit	Nov early	Up to full tuition, room, board	15+ Alumni Distinguished Scholars (tuition, fees, room, board) and 20+ Distinguished Freshman Scholars (tuition, fees), National Merit, Honors College scholarships, and many more.
Michigan, Univ. of Gloria Bell & Carlos Bell Scholarship	Feb early	Up to $20,000/yr	For students majoring in engineering, math, or science. VA residents eligible.
Michigan, Univ. of DC Club Scholarship	Mar middle	$6,250/yr	For students from the DC Metropolitan area.
Missouri, Univ. of (Columbia) Various Merit	Varies	Up to $10,000 plus non-resident tuition waiver, $6,000 for study abroad	Many specific scholarships available.
Montana State Univ. Presidential Scholarship	Jan early	Full tuition, stipend	20 scholarships available.Selected based on written application, academic accomplishments, intellectual and creative distinction, extracurricular activities, leadership, letter of reference, and essay. Finalist will be invited for a interview.
Muhlenberg College Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to $16,000/yr	Awarded for outstanding academic and extracurricular accomplishment and potential for excellent contributions to both the classroom and campus community.
New Jersey Institute of Technology Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to full tuition, room, board	Various scholarships. Including: Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART), and Scholarship for Service Program (full scholarship).
New York Univ. Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Varies	Presidential Honors Scholar Program for top 5% of entering class, Intel and Siemens Scholars and Women in science Program. Other Departmental awards, see website.
North Carolina State Univ. Park Scholarship	10/01/2013	Tuition, room, board, stipend, supplies, travel, grants for 4 years	40 scholarships awarded. Park Scholars are selected based on outstanding accomplishments, leadership, service, and character. School nominations by 10/1/13 and self-nominations by 10/25/13.
North Carolina State Univ. Pulp & Paper Foundation Merit Award	Nov early for early admissions, Jan late for regular admissions	$2,500 - $3,000/yr	For students entering the Paper Science & Engineering Program.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) Morehead-Cain Scholars	10/01/2013	Full tuition, room, board, other expenses, computer, and summer stipend for 4 years	Selected on leadership, scholarship, moral force of character, and physical vigor.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) Thomas Wolfe Scholarship	10/15/2013	Full tuition, room, board, other expenses, computer, and summer stipend for 4 years	Full scholarship to 1 incoming freshman writer who shows extraordinary promise. Applications welcomed from student poets, playwrights, fiction writers, and journalists across the country. Based on artistic merit of submitted written work.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) Robertson Scholars Program	11/15/2013	Full tuition, room, board, fees, laptop, summer funding	Awards based on academics, purposeful leadership, intellectual curiosity, strength of character, and collaborative spirit. Selected students matriculate from Duke or UNC-Chapel Hill.
North Carolina, Univ. of (Chapel Hill) Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board	Programs include: Carolina Scholars, Pogue Scholars for minority students, and Colonel Robinson Scholars.
Northeastern Univ. Trustee Scholarship	Jan middle	Full tuition, fees, room, board	Other awards include: Achievement, Excellence, Dean's (up to $20,000 for first year, up to $8,500/semester for subsequent years), Torch, and Legacy (Engineering).
Northern Virginia Community College NOVA Honors Program Scholarship	April early	Up to full tuition and books for 2 years	Total of 20 students selected. Based on GPA, SAT score, letters of recommendation and essay. Each FCPS can nominate 2 students.
Northwestern Univ. Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to $40,000/yr	Scholarships include: Founders ($13,200/yr) and Endowed (up to $40,000/yr).
Notre Dame, Univ.of Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars	11/15/2013	$25,000/yr for 4 years plus 4 summer programs	About 20 scholarships awarded per year. Criteria for nomination: distinguished academic accomplishment, exemplary moral character, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a sincere commitment to service.
Oberlin College Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Not specified	Scholarships include Oberlin College National Merit Scholarships, National Achievement Scholarships, John F. Oberlin Scholarship and Oberlin College Children's Scholarship Program.
Oglethorpe Univ. Various Merit	Nov early	Up to full-tuition, study abroad, and research stipends	Full tuition awards include: James Edward Oglethorpe Scholarship (JEO), Georgia Shakespeare Scholarship, and Civic Engagement Scholarship. Additional awards available.
Ohio State Univ. Various Merit	Dec early	Up to full tuition, fees	Various awards: Eminence, full cost of attendence, Morril Scholars program(varies), Provost $3,000/yr, Maximus $5,000/yr, Trustee $2,000/yr, National Buckeye $12,000/yr for non residents, International $4,000/yr, and others.
Ohio Wesleyan Various Merit	Nov late	Up to full tuition, room, board	Helen Crider Smith "Women as Leaders" Scholarship and Schimmel Scholarship are for outstanding female students. See website for additional awards.
Oklahoma State Univ. Allen Scholars	Dec early	Up to $7,500/yr	Opportunities include scholarship, enrichment activities, study abroad activities, and graduate study at University of Cambridge. Based on intellectual success and leadership development.
Olin College of Engineering Engineering	Same as application for admission	Half of annual tuition costs for all admitted students	All admitted students receive merit scholarships covering half of annual tuition. Outside merit awards can be used towards room, board, and expenses.
Penn State Univ. Campus Scholarships	Feb early	$800-$2,000/yr	All Penn State campuses award scholarships to eligible first-year students based on academic performance, SAT/ACT scores, financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), leadership, and community service.
Penn State Univ. Academic College Scholarships	Jan early	$700-$2,500/yr	Academic college scholarships are based primarily on scholastic performance. See website for details.
Pittsburgh, Univ. of Various Merit	Jan middle	Up to full tuition, room and board	Academic scholarships may range in value from $2000 per year to full tuition and room and board.
Purdue Univ. Various Merit	11/8/2013	Up to $16,000/yr for 4 years	Up to 100 Trustees Scholarships $12,000-16,000/yr, Presidential Scholarship $6,000-10,000/yr, plus many departmental and college awards.
Purdue Univ. Beering Scholars	As early as possible - Sep or Oct	Full tuition, room, board, fees, study abroad, graduate degree expenses for 4 years	2-10 scholars/yr, selected from 80-100 finalists. Finalists must be admitted to Purdue by early Dec.
Radford Univ. Various Merit	Jan middle	Varies	Scholarships include: Presidential, Academic Excellence, and Dean's.
Randolph College Presidential Scholars Program	Dec early	Up to full tuition	Additional academic scholarships available. Academic (Merit) scholarship and Scholarships from Outside Sources. See website for details.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Various Merit	Varies	Varies	The Rensselaer Medal, merit scholarship, with a minimum value of $15,000 per year, is guaranteed for four years. See website for details.
Rhodes College Various Merit	Jan middle	Up to full tuition, room, board, fees	Scholarships include: Bellingrath, Bonner, Jack H. Taylor Fellowship in Physics, Morse, Cambridge, Presidential, Dean's, and others. See website for details.
Rice Univ. Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to $18,000/yr	Engineering ($7,500 to full tuition), Trustees Diversity ($18,000/yr), Barbara Jordan ($18,000), Century ($4,000/yr. plus research mentorship), Allen International (full tuition for foreign nationals), and Edgar Odell (Half tuition for foreign nationals)
Rice Univ. Trustee Distinguished	Same as application for admission	Up to $23,000/yr	Student whose personal talents distinguish them within the context of the admitted students.
Richmond, Univ. of Richmond Scholars Program	Dec early	Up to full tuition, room, board	45 awards per year. Based on leadership skills, broad worldview, recognition of the importance of personal integrity, ethical decision making and exceptional talent in artistic expression.
Richmond, Univ. of Various Merit	Varies	Up to $15,000	Many awards, including Bonner (up to $5,000) and Presidential ($15,000).
Ripon College Pickard Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Up to full tuition	Many other awards available including: Academic Scholarships ($8,000-12,000/yr), Evans Achievement Award ($6,000/yr), Ripon College Access Grant ($5,000-7,500/yr), and departmental awards (fine arts, forensics, history, alumni, latin).
Rochester Inst. of Technology Various Merit	Varies	Up to $17,000/yr	Awards include: Presidential ($10,000-16,000/yr), Achievement ($7,000-10,000/yr), and Engineering ($7,000/yr). See website for details.
Rochester, Univ. of Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Up to full tuition	Many scholarships available.
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Full tuition, fees, room, board, laptop computer	Scholarships include: FIRST Robotics ($10,000/yr), Rose-BUD Engineering ($10,000/yr), Cary Weldy ($6,000/yr LGBT), and Agnes Varis ($25,000 one-time, female robotics). TJ is preferred high school for Michael and Catharine Percopo Scholarship.
Rutgers Univ. Various Merit	Dec early	Up to $24,000/yr	Awards include: Presidential ($24,000/yr) and Scarlet ($3,500-7,500/yr).
Santa Clara Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition	Awards include: Presidential (full-tuition), Provost (half tuition), Dean's, and departmental.
Savannah College Of Art & Design Distinguished Scholars	Varies	Up to full tuition	Awards can be based on academics, artistic achievement, or both.
Scripps College New Generation and Leonetti Awards	Nov early	Full tuition, fees, room, board, travel, summer stipend	Other scholarships include: Trustee ($15,000/yr) and Presidential ($10,000/yr).
Scripps College James E. Scripps Scholarship	Nov early	Up to $20,000/yr	Based on academics, community involvement, and personal qualities.
Sewanee: Univ. of the South Guarisco Scholarship	Dec early	Up to full tuition, room, board, funded internship, study abroad, research	One student offered Guerisco scholarship.
Simmons College Gilbert and Marcia Kotzen Scholarship	Feb early	Full tuition, fees, room, board, stipend	Other awards include: Dean's ($15,000/yr), Presidential ($10,000/yr), and Achievement ($5,000/yr).
Smith College Zollman Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Up to $20,000/yr, research stipend possible	College for women. Awarded to fewer than 10 freshmen. Eligible to participate in STRIDE paid research program.
Smith College STRIDE Scholarship	Same as application for admission	Up to $15,000/yr, $2,250 research stipend for two yrs	Awarded to 50 students per year. College for women.
South Carolina, Univ. of Various Merit	Nov middle	Up to $6,000/yr plus in-state tuition rate	Scholarships include Liber Scholarships, Cooper Scholars awards. See website for details. Additional Departmental Awards available.
South Carolina, Univ. of McNair Scholars	Nov middle	Up to $15,000/yr	20 out-of-state McNair scholars receive $15,000/yr. 20 McNair out-of-state finalists receive $11,000/yr. Based on SAT score and GPA.
Southern California, Univ. of Presidential	Dec early	1/2 tuition	Approximately 200 awards/yr. About #21,000/yr. Based on SAT scores, grades, curriculum, talent, involvement, and leadership.
Southern California, Univ. of Trustee Scholars	Dec early	Full tuition	Approx.100 awards/yr. About $42,000/ yr. Based on SAT/ACT scores, grades, curriculum, talent, involvement, and leadership.
Southern California, Univ. of Various Merit	Dec early	Varies	USC offers many prestigious scholarship programs including Mork Family Scholarship, USC Associate, Deans, and Leadership. See website for details.
Southern Methodist Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board, study abroad	Awards include President's Scholars Program (tuition, room, board, fees, study abroad) and Hunt Scholars (tuition & fees, less the amount of tuition & fees at public university in the recipient’s state, study abroad). Department awards also available.
St. Olaf College Various Merit	Feb early	Varies	Awards include Buntrock Scholarship ($18,000/yr), Presidential Scholarship ($13,000/yr), St. Olaf Scholarship ($10,000/yr), National Merit Scholarship award ($7,500/yr), and Service Leadership Scholarship ($8,000/yr). See website for details.
Stetson Univ. J. Ollie Edmunds Scholarship	Jan early	About $172,000 total during four years	Based on GPA, SAT score, top 5% of class. Students chosen based on a combination of their intellectual excellence, personality, and leadership.
Swarthmore College McCabe Scholars	11/15/2013	Up to full tuition, fees, room and board	2 students outside Delmarva Peninsula & Pennsylvania awarded each year, based on ability, character, leadership, and service to school & community. No nomination needed. Minimum award is tuition. Jan 1, 2014 deadline for regular applicants to Swarthmore.
Syracuse Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Varies	See website for deadlines and more info on application. Merit scholarships include Founder's, Chancellor, and Dean scholarship.
Texas A&M Univ. Various Merit	Dec early	Varies	A non-resident student who holds a competitive academic scholarship of at least $1000 is entitled to pay the fees and charges required of Texas residents. See website for details.
Texas, Univ. of (Dallas) Eugene McDermott Scholars Program	Nov early for priority deadline, Jan early for regular deadline	Full tuition, fees, books, living stipend, study abroad, travel, internships, cultural enrichment	Applicants should have excellent SATs, GPA, long records of community volunteerism and leadership, and broad interests.
Toledo, Univ. of Presidential Scholarship	Dec early	Up to full tuition, room and board, summer stipend $3,000	Based on GPA, SAT, resume, reference, and interview in February.
Tulane Univ. Dean's Honor Scholarship	Dec middle	Full tuition	Based on academic performance and test scores.
Tulane Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to $25,000/yr	Awards include Community Service Scholarship (up to $15,000/yr).
Vanderbilt Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition, summer stipends for study abroad & research	Scholarships awarded to top 1% of all applicants, awarded to students with accomplishment and intellectual promise and leadership. Ingram, Cornelius, Chancellor's, and other merit scholarships. About 250 students/yr. See website for details.
Villanova Univ. Presidential Scholarship	Dec early	Full tuition, room, board, general fee, cost of books	Selection based on academic achievement, civic engagement, creativity, leadership, and resiliency. Need nomination from high school.
Villanova Univ. Villanova Scholarship	Dec early	Up to $5,357/yr	Villanova Scholarship is awarded on the basis of exemplary academic achievement and accomplishments outside of the classroom.
Virginia Commonwealth Univ. Various Merit	Dec early	Up to full tuition, fees, room, board, books	Essay required, check website for details.
Virginia Tech Davenport Leaders & Dean's Scholars	Feb early	In-state tuition, fees for Davenport and $5,000/yr for Dean's	For engineering students. Based on outstanding academics, community service, SAT scores, and leadership. Intl. students are eligible. Additional engineering scholarships available.
Virginia Tech Pamplin Scholars	Feb early for nomination	$1,000 for one yr for Pamplin Leader award, up to full tuition for Pamplin Scholar Award	One Pamplin Leader award per public high school in Virginia, based on academic achievement, community service, and leadership. Pamplin Scholars (full tuition) are chosen from the Pamplin Leader award pool during first semester of college freshman year.
Virginia Tech Presidential Scholarship Program	Mar early	Varies	Awards for students with diverse backgrounds and financial need.
Virginia Tech Various Merit	Varies	Varies	Many awards are departmental (e.g., engineering, math, physics, chemistry, biology, etc.).
Virginia, Univ. of Jefferson Scholars	12/01/2013	Full tuition, room, board, living expenses for 4 years	TJ can nominate 1- 2 students for the Jefferson Scholar Program. For more information and instructions check website and TJ College Career Center.
Wake Forest Univ. Reynolds Scholarship	Jan early	Full tuition, room, board, $1,500 for personal expenses	Up to 6/yr to exceptional students. Scholars can apply for up to $3,000 for a research, study, or travel project during each of the three summers between the first and senior years. $500 allowance for study abroad expenses.
Wake Forest Univ. Carswell Scholarship	Jan early	Full tuition, room, board, $1,500 for personal expenses	Up to 6/yr to exceptional students. Scholars can apply for up to $3,000 for a research, study, or travel project during each of the three summers between the first and senior years. $500 allowance for study abroad expenses.
Wake Forest Univ. Gordon Scholarship	Jan early	Full tuition, room, board, $1,500 personal expenses, other	Up to 7/yr for underrepresented groups. Scholars can apply for up to $3,000 for a research, study, or travel project during each of the three summers between the first and senior years. $500 allowance for study abroad expenses.
Wake Forest Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition, room, board, funds for personal expenses, study abroad, summer research	Many awards available.
Washington and Lee Univ. Johnson Scholarship Program	Dec early	Tuition, room, board, fees	Based on character and leadership ability, test scores, GPA, recommendations, and interviews. Other scholarships also available.
Washington Univ. Danforth Scholars Program	11/15/2013	Up to full tuition	4 full-tuition and several partial-tuition scholarships are awarded each year, based on high ideals, integrity, community service, leadership, and academic excellence. Nomination required by 11/15/2014.
Washington Univ. Various Merit	Varies	Up to full tuition, annual stipend	Many awards for different majors (math, art, sciences, humanities), extracurricular, and students from certain backgrounds. A separate application is required for each scholarship.
Whitman College Various Merit	Varies	Up to $45,000/yr	Some awards require special application.
William & Mary, College of Monroe Scholars	Nov early for early decision, Jan early for regular decision	$3,000 research stipend, special housing, priority registration, other benefits	Top 10-15% of admitted students. Primarily an Honors Program, plus summer stipend.
William and Mary, College of Murray Scholars	Jan early for regular decision, Nov early for early decision	Full tuition, fees, room, board, summer stipends, mentors, special programs, $5000 for independent p	Selection based on academics, SAT scores, and leadership. Finalist interviewed by selection committee. See website for Anne Trevarthen Memorial Scholarship for one senior with personal connection to American Indian culture and traditions, amount varies.
Wisconsin, Univ. of Various Merit	Same as application for admission	Varies	Many departmental awards available.
Wofford College Wofford Scholar	Dec early	Up to $45,000/yr	Requires nomination. Other awards available.
Wooster, College of Various Merit	Jan middle for most awards	Up to $30,000/yr	All applicants automatically considered for a Dean's Scholarship (up to $20,000). Some scholarships require separate application.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Foisie Scholars Program	Rolling, see website	Full tuition plus $5,000 for WPI Global Studies	Up to 10 Foisie Scholars per yr. Selection on a rolling basis from January until April.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Various Merit	Varies	Up to $25,000/yr	Many scholarships available, including NCSSSMST ($10,000/yr), Presidential, Chemistry & Bio Chem Scholars, and University. Requirements vary. Applicants should submit WPI's Scholarship Supplement Form as well as additional materials.