Freshman Merit Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Intro
Scholarships are awarded for a maximum of four years or until an undergraduate degree is completed, whichever occurs first.
Eligibility and Enrollment
Recipients must be registered for at least 12 credit hours each semester. Renewal of the award depends on earning 24 credit hours over the academic year.
Academic Standards for Renewal
To retain scholarship funding, students must meet these minimum GPA thresholds:
- Platinum, Gold, and Silver recipients: 3.0 GPA
- Bronze and Lion Pride recipients: 2.5 GPA
Students who have not achieved the required credits or GPA by the end of the spring term may use the summer semester to reach renewal standards.
Housing Stipend
Merit scholarship housing allowances apply to Lion's Den accommodations and are available for up to four years.
Application Process
Your application for admission also serves as your application for both merit and foundation scholarships. There is no separate scholarship application to submit.