Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 15th of February, 2025 (Priority deadline is December 15, 2024).
Scholarship Summary:
The President’s Leadership Program at Christopher Newport University is for high-achieving freshmen students (domestic and international) who have shown a passion for engagement while in high school, and who demonstrate leadership potential. This program integrates the academic study of leadership, service learning and personal development.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be competitive for this scholarship, applicants usually;
i. Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5
ii. Obtain a minimum 1250 SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math) or 26 ACT composite score.
iii. Freshmen students who apply as test-optional are also considered with added emphasis on high school curriculum rigor, as well as all other credentials and application materials (including interview)
Value of Scholarship:
The President’s Leadership Program Award is a renewable $1,000 - $5,000 residential scholarship.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
i. Complete an application for admission into CNU.
- Select “Yes” for PLP interest in the Academics section of the Common Application, submit the supplemental essay when prompted and schedule the required interview.
- The final deadline to apply and interview is February 15.
ii. All students will be notified by April 1 of the outcome
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Christopher Newport University Freshman Merit Scholarships Page.