Freshman Merit Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Here’s a clearer, teacher-friendly version of the scholarship information — organized so you can quickly see what you must do to keep your award.
Summary
- Merit scholarships are awarded for up to four years or until you complete your undergraduate degree, whichever happens first.
Enrollment and credit-hour requirement
- You must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours each semester.
- Renewal is based on earning 24 credit hours over the academic year. (For example: 12 credits in fall + 12 credits in spring = 24 credits.)
GPA requirement for renewal
- Platinum, Gold, and Silver scholarships: minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Bronze and Lion Pride scholarships: minimum 2.5 GPA.
If you fall short
- If you haven’t met the 24-credit or GPA requirement by the end of spring, you may use the summer semester to make up the needed credits or GPA for renewal.
Housing stipend
- Merit scholarship housing stipends apply to Lion’s Den housing and are valid for up to four years.
How to apply
- Your admission application also serves as your application for merit and foundation-based scholarships. You do not need to complete a separate scholarship application.
Quick checklist before the semester ends
- Enrolled in at least 12 credits this semester?
- On track to earn 24 credits this academic year (or plan to use summer to catch up)?
- Maintaining the required GPA for your scholarship tier?
If you keep these points in mind and plan your course load, you’ll be in good shape to renew your scholarship each year.
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