APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED, RE-OPENS IN AUG/SEP
Scholarship Awarding University:
Western Illinois UniversityType of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 1st of December, 2024
Scholarship Summary:
The Presidential Scholarship is the most prestigious award offered at Western Illinois University to exceptional domestic freshmen students. Awards are determined by a selection committee that considers academic merit, demonstrated leadership ability and community engagement as factors in the selection process.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must;
i. Obtain a minimum 4.0 GPA
ii. Enroll in the Centennial Honors College
iii. Demonstrate leadership ability and community engagement
Value of Scholarship:
Presidential Scholars receive scholarships to cover full tuition, student fees, a double residence hall room and meal plan not covered by other scholarships.
Applicants must maintain a 3.4 or higher cumulative GPA at WIU for this scholarship to be renewed.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply for the Presidential scholarship, you must:
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply for the Presidential scholarship, you must:
i. Apply and admitted for undergraduate study at WIU and also, the Honors College (Priority deadline is Nov 15, 2024).
ii. Complete the General Scholarship and the President's Scholarship Application in the Scholarship Portal
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Western Illinois University Freshman Scholarship Page.