2026 Application Guide for Salisbury University Freshman Merit Awards

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

Scholarship Summary: 
SU offers a range of general merit scholarships to in-state, out-of-state and international students that do not require a separate application. Prospective incoming freshmen and transfer students will automatically be reviewed for these awards provided timely applications for admission are filed.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
Freshmen candidates are reviewed based on high school GPA and SAT or ACT scores. Award consideration is based upon a numerical standard and the competition of the applicant pool.

Value of Scholarship: 
The Salisbury First-year scholarships range from $1,000 to $6,000 for in-state students and $6,000 to $8,500 for out-of-state and international students, which includes the $6,000 Sea Gull Nation Scholarship.

Scholarship Application Guide: 
A separate application is not required to qualify. Simply complete your and you will automatically be reviewed for eligibility when the Admissions Committee makes a decision on your application. 

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Salisbury University Freshmen Scholarship Page or International Financial Aid Page