2025 Western New England University Freshman Merit Awards (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Scholarship Summary: 
Merit scholarships based on high school academic achievement are awarded to full-time freshmen (domestic and international). Awards are based on test scores (SAT or ACT) and a recalculated Grade Point Average (GPA). This GPA is calculated by the Admissions Office at the time of acceptance and is based on traditional, college-prep courses.  

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
There are no set criteria for consideration but past recipients were in the top 35% of the applicant pool.

Value of Scholarship: 
The WNE Merit Scholarships range from $25,000 - $32,000 annually.

Awards are automatically renewed if a student is in good academic standing, in full-time status, and is making Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Scholarship Application Guide: 
There is no separate scholarship application; simply apply for admission to be considered.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Western New England University Freshman Scholarship Page.