My family doesn’t qualify for any FA, and it seems like that is who the Dean’s Scholarship is for, but I just Apr 6, 2008 · <p>WHATTTTTTTTTTTTT</p> <p>i applied to trustee, on the sole basis that they would still give me something if i didnt get it. In particular, I want schools where I would have a good chance of earning a lot of money – I’d like to aim for a net cost of less than $35000/year. Relations program at his high school, 2160 on SAT ( taking it over in May to try to bump it up a bit ), tennis varsity, editor of school paper, a few other Rutgers University - New Brunswick offers Early Action for freshman admissions. Every year there are lots of questions about the BU National Merit Scholarship process. 6 Oct 24, 2013 · <p>Only way I can attend BU is if I receive large merit scholarship. Since our resources are limited, funds must be given to students with greater calculated financial eligibility. But I will be asking again to be sure that they mean no BU scholarship options at all for his 3 years or just for the first year as a transfer. If you’re a poor student (in-state or out-of-state), you will not have to take out any loans. No idea what it is weighted. </p> <p>I would be applying to the School of Management. Mar 29, 2008 · <p>if you got a merit scholarship there is a section above the "financial assitance" button that says merit scholarships . 74 weighted ,not sure how to convert to unweighted, but i have about B+/A- in all honors classes and B+/B in AP classes. For context, she was accepted at two flagship state university Honors colleges at schools rated better than BU. “High school seniors who have been chosen as National Merit finalists, and are offered admission to Boston University, will be considered for a four-year, $25,000 tuition BU Presidential Scholarship. I had an extremely rough year and unfortunately was not able to meet the GPA requirement and therefore lost my scholarship. I know of some schools that offer scholarships to NHRP Scholars, but could you please share any others that you know of. 7uW and a 31 ACT w/ pretty solid extracurriculars. Apr 11, 2020 · This is really helpful… Our son got the Guaranteed Transfer offer as well. Jan 26, 2010 · <p>For need-based scholarships, I just posted a helpful link. Class of 2027 Official Thread. The Lay is full tuition, room, board, plus student fees. Admission decisions are announced in waves, but al… Nov 26, 2023 · Hi all, It looks like my kid (current junior) will be a national merit semi-finalist (SSI 226), which we were not expecting. Boston University: Merit Scholarships for First-Year Students at Boston University | Admissions (bu. </p> <p>He has actually been rejected from several supposedly “purely merit-based” college-affiliated scholarships because of these factors. We’ve searched our city, county, and state Mar 29, 2021 · for records , we may come under affordable family as we(My spouse and I) work in IT department. BU will want to “buy” away students that may have a Harvard acceptance that requires them to pay the bill fully. </p> <p>I received a merit scholarship at the beginning of this year and had to maintain a certain GPA. still too early for college gpa of course, but i really need aid to attend so i was wondering if anybody could help. 2 gpa, wonderful application, lots of other schools offered me ton… Sep 28, 2019 · Hi, all. I thought it would be great to have a thread for stats of those accepted to BU as Trustee’s Scholars for future applicants. 00. I’m looking for good schools with merit scholarship opportunities. However, there are a few schools where son might possibly get merit money. However, there are some available, so this thread is an attempt to provide a list of schools that offer merit aid to transfer students. Not sure if they do more merit aid though. JayIvy December 19, Aug 21, 2020 · I am a high school senior right now and am preparing to apply to college. thats how mine was anyway. 50 / Unranked / AP Courses: Physics B, World History, American History, Environmental Science, English Language and Composition, English Literature SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted. Here’s the colleges who enrolled the most Class of 2020 National Merit Scholars — number of 2019 scholars in parentheses: University of Florida – 342 (270) University of Southern California – 316 (265) University of Chicago – 241 (233) University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa – 223 (258) Northwestern University – 216 (244 Mar 26, 2011 · <p>So I got into CAS + the Accelerated Medical Program. Any help is greatly appreciated. Incidentally, all of these colleges also offer a BS/MD program, which again they only offer to their top applicants explicitly interested in medicine. Mar 25, 2007 · <p>Yeah, I got into the CAS as well, but I didn't get any merit money at all. My family is in the weird 180-200k range where we don’t get a lot of financial aid from schools, but we can’t afford to pay full price (We have lots of expenses with 2 kids in a high school that costs 15k a year among other things). Would they then look at my GPA to see how I did academically during high school? If I had to guess I’d say I’m in the top 10% of my class. I’m not sure whether they are looking for “unique candidates” or “diversity candidates” though since nothing about me really “stands out” (i. </p> <p>The University of Virginia just instituted the most ambitious financial aid program among all public schools called Access UVA, which will meet 100% of need. There are no other Stern merit aid scholarships. Mar 20, 2016 · She did not attend. </p> Jul 12, 2020 · What is a realistic expectation regarding merit scholarship at Tulane? Going into senior year she has a 3. </p> <p>Asian Male Regular Decision Not Eligible for Fin. we might need to go for merit based appeal or looking forward to hear any other tips for appeal. The numbers on the BU site are pretty vague, so I figured checking in here would be more Nov 30, 2005 · <p>I am filling out the CSS/College Profile. 93</p> <p>Class Rank: School doesn’t rank, but I assume Jan 14, 2018 · I would say to give it a shot and just apply for the scholarship, however if getting this scholarship is the only way you can afford BU, I would look into schools you can afford. Since I got a 1490 on the PSAT last year, I think I have a chance at becoming a finalist. I’m planning to major in math and possibly computer science or Sep 1, 2006 · <p>The Boston High School Scholarship is, if I'm thinking of the right thing, a special deal BU offers to Boston city kids, basically a free ride. Feb 11, 2021 · Don’t feel bad about having applied ED2, and then declining for financial reasons. I really need to get a substantial amount, hopefully any info about the presidents scholarship comes in the mail</p> Apr 8, 2010 · <p>The "select few" = 15 incoming freshmen. I asked some of my friends and Dec 15, 2021 · Does anyone know when the presidential and trustee scholarships come out for BU? Dec 18, 2020 · Hey guys, Does anyone know if Boston university has announced recipients of the trustee or presidential scholarships for people who applied ED? I got in but I’m not sure if scholarships haven’t been announced yet or if I didn’t get one. Was still fantasizing about my ED application. Guaranteed transfer to a top university with one year to obtain merit scholarship, feel out college life, having already finished bland classes? Mar 28, 2014 · <p>D was admitted to Boston University. My stats were higher than the given average for all of the scholarships, but I got nothing, zero, zilch. I submitted my extra essay and nomination stuff for the Trustee scholarship. I got a pretty good Financial Aid package, $25,000 which includes a $17,000 University Grant. My unweighted GPA is a 92 on a 100 scale and i’ve taken 2 APs and 6 honors courses. It looks like these have been replaced by $20,000/year NMS finalist and by $20,000/year Presidential scholarships. I noticed on the website that BU also offers a half tuition scholarship for National Merit Finalists called the National Honors Scholarship or something along those lines. Thanks. However, I knew numerous students receiving half tuition scholarships–also called grants–who were high income kids from places Apr 28, 2007 · <p>Last month, I was accepted as a Trustee Scholar at BU in the UNI program and I paid my deposit soon afterwards because it was my best option and I adore the idea of the UNI program. 85 GPA with a medium course rigor at an elite public school. </p> kcirsch October 22, 2005, 5:38pm 9 Jul 3, 2008 · <p>Hi, so I just recently became interested in Boston University, particularly since they have such a prestigious biomedical engineering program. 82 GPA, 1400 SAT (although may choose not to submit this score since it’s optional), and a full load of AP classes. Money from BU would buy that Boston experience for a lot less. I think my stats make me competitive for it (ACT 34, GPA 3. Carleton Dec 14, 2013 · <p>I didn’t receive any word about merit aid yet. </p> Apr 13, 2007 · <p>Hi. I have a 1360, 4. Boston University. If you have questions about schools or other issues related to NHRP, please Nov 9, 2010 · <p>What kind of stats bring the half or full tuition awards, and is it mostly based on stats (if so, what levels in which stats?), or are there other factors?</p> <p>Wondering what to expect for a 2300 (1500 Math+CR) and top 3-4% rank in a very competitive HS. I’m not sure if i’ll qualify for much aid, but will I be able to get a scholarship instead? Here are my stats: Cumulative GPA: 3. 9 UW GPA and a 4. Mar 26, 2011 · <p>Its that time of the year and eager students & parents are stressed & excited with the admission results coming in and i hope the following helps you in your decision making if you are considering BU Trustee Scholarship. Decent recs, job, top 5% of class. university scholars, engineer scholarship) or not? b/c the BU website hasn’t posted any deadlines for any of the merit scholarships besides the MLK and trustee ones… Aug 21, 2008 · How much do yall think I’ll get in terms of merit scholarships with these stats? AZN male from MA GPA: 3. I think of merit awards Aug 22, 2012 · <p>So I’m getting mixed reviews about the amount of merit aid Boston University gives out. While there is still a possibility of that happening (I’m only a junior and my score is slightly above last year’s state cutoff for NMSF), does Baylor give Nov 5, 2013 · <p>Can I expect, and if so, how much in Merit money from Boston University, U Miami, and Northeastern</p> <p>32 superscore ACT 98 unwt avg, 102 w IB Diploma President of club President of another club Treasurer of club Captn of Varsity swim Captain of Club Swim Lifeguard/swim instructor</p> <p>Sister goes to UMiami</p> Mar 25, 2019 · Hello! I received a scholarship from BU that seems to be both merit and need-based. Jun 18, 2018 · Hi all, I have a Junior who is going to qualify to be a National Merit Semifinalist (then hopefully finalist!) and we live in southern ME. We do not qualify for need based aid and do not expect to get any. Both the number of scholarships offered and the amount they are worth are significantly less. Do I have a chance at Trustees scholarship? ACT 32 GPA 4. The Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program is an undergraduate academic, merit program that annually awards full-tuition scholarships and fully-funded, GPSP-sponsored summer programs to 18 incoming freshman students. May 14, 2024 · Boston University offers a National Merit Scholarship. </p> <p>i had 2230 sat, 4. Jun 5, 2024 · I’m wondering what schools you’ve been able to find that have given good merit scholarships at northeast & mid Atlantic colleges. Aid 🙁 Will major in a business 4 days ago · hi! thank you for your input. The cost to attend now is $60,000 a year…give or take a few dollars. I would prefer schools in cities in the northeast/mid Atlantic, but I know it’s crazy difficult. September, 2024 - Students will be notified if they are Commended or Semi-Finalists February, 2025 - Semi-finalists will be notified if they are Finalists March, 2025 - Merit Jun 26, 2007 · <p>do you have to apply to the merit scholarships (i. also, i am currently a freshman attending uc berkeley. He scored a 34 on the ACT and because his school does not rank students, we assumed he would qualify for the maximum award for a student from NC. Spoke with multiple people at BU in financial aid and admissions. 1 weighted Ethnicity Mar 31, 2018 · My D was accepted into Boston University with Trustee Scholarship which covers full tuition and fee. Ultimately, according to the financial aid calculator, I only qualify for 14,000 in merit if I am not a NMF. Sat: 1470 GPA: 4. Nowhere in my admissions decision letter does it say that I got any merit scholarships, nor does it say that they cannot offer me any now - I did not apply for FA either. He is an A- student in the Inter. I was just wondering if anyone on here received either of these scholarships or know what stats people who got them had. The Trustees’ Scholarship is the largest scholarship, but the deadline has already passed and it’s not automatic. Check on the web site --serach under merit scholarships. In fact, it would probably be great for anyone who receives one of BU’s large merit scholarships to post. </p> <p>University of Chicago: There was a check-off on the financial aid application if I wanted to be considered for merit, so I guess they give merit. Do you think people can be awarded both? I’m a National Merit finalist so I’m just curious if it Feb 19, 2019 · My son was recently accepted to Clemson but denied an Out-of_State Tuition Scholarship. Mine was full tuition and I happened to be someone with a decently high degree of need. The school does have some generous competitive merit awards (trustee, and MLK awards, for example). They could have siblings in college, etc. 0 W GPA, good EC’s. College Confidential will be hosting an AMA with Boston University on Thursday, May 16 at 7 pm ET. </p> <p>Could anyone give me a ballpark figure on how much aid they would give me?</p> <p>Thanks</p> Apr 13, 2007 · ) the typical student who receives merit scholarships from BU usually has ? My son is a junior and interested in Intl. can’t walk on water, not from the Moon). One of these is Brandeis. </p> <p>Grade:Junior</p> <p>GPA: Weighted-4. 67 GPA, National Merit Finalist. My parents will not allow me to attend BU without some kind of scholarship from them, so do you know what my chances are of receiving any merit scholarships from BU? Thank you so much for your help and advice!</p> <p>TEST SCORES: ACT Sep 1, 2007 · Does anyone know if you can get the national merit scholarship for BU and apply to say the Martin Luther King scholarship and receive both? College Confidential Forums Merit Aid? Mar 15, 2016 · What are the ranges of merit scholarships that BU offers? What are the corresponding grades, scores, ACT’s for these awards? Feb 5, 2009 · <p>Boston University DOES require the completion of FAFSA/Profile for all but their “named” scholarships (presidential, trustee, MLK) but those also have special application requirements. ) Any current BU students/parents have prior experience with this? Thanks. Right now, I know about: University of Alabama in Huntsville Full tuition for four years, room and board and meal plan stipend, class fee stipend Boston University $25k/year Purdue University $1k/year May 13, 2022 · The 2019-2020 National Merit Annual Report is finally out. Mar 25, 2019 · I received a scholarship from BU that seems to be both merit and need-based. However, my S has to apply and will only learn if he earns scholarship on 3/1. I am a student applying to colleges as we speak. The program was not Apr 25, 2010 · <p>So for BU I got a pretty substantial scholarship - full tuition. </p> Mar 20, 2016 · The two major ones are the Presidential (Half tuition) and Trustee (full tuition) scholarships. Jul 28, 2013 · Is it possible to receive both the national scholar scholarship (20000 per year) and the presidential scholarship (also 20000) to add up to almost the price of tuition? College Confidential Forums Aug 26, 2017 · I’m a rising Pennsylvania senior who will probably qualify for zero need-based financial aid anywhere. Please let me know if you think I could be accepted and/or receive scholarships! </p> <p>GPA: Weighted: 4. Do they only give Dean Scholarships to kids who don’t qualify for need-based aid? I just feel kind of dumb Feb 21, 2006 · <p>fin aid comes about a week after your package you will be able to find out online b4 you get it in the mail so chack there</p> Dec 19, 2011 · College Confidential Forums BU Merit Scholarships? Colleges and Universities A-Z. Oh, and I could probably afford up to Rutgers (so like 36k with tuition and other fees). I had originally been wanting to go to WashU, but I was told by them that I was not chosen as a recipient of any scholarships, however, this morning, a letter arrived in the mail with a $27,500/yr merit Dec 29, 2008 · <p>don't know about the founder's grant but everyone i know got either dean's or university, not both. This is for a humanities with a possible education double major. i also understand that funding for these colleges can come from merit scholarships as well as financial aid (which only some schools offer to international students, and even then they are need-aware Jan 25, 2009 · <p>Son got into BU via ED. Jun 16, 2007 · I have two friends who are B students with 2000ish SAT and they both got 38,000 a year from BU on a scholarship that was not listed on the site. My SAT score is 1400 (a 2160 with writing section) and my ACT composite is a 31. Jun 4, 2006 · As for Merit Scholarships, they are very competitive, especially in the College of Arts and Sciences. Can anyone tell me what my odds of getting it are?</p> <p>Super Score: 2220 First Try: CR 710 M 690 W 740 Second Try: CR 720 M 760 W 690</p> <p>WGPA/UWGPA/Rank/AP Classes</p> <p>4. He is an A- student… May 14, 2024 · Creating a thread for the Class of 2025. 2 gpa, wonderful application, lots of other schools offered me ton… Nov 11, 2014 · Other scholarships may depend on whether you’ve a high school student in Boston. It attracts very bright students and, consequently, if he were ranked then he would not be in the top 3 or 10% Jan 27, 2010 · I was wondering if anyone had the stats for the university scholarship recipients or possibly the deans scholarship or the founders grant?</p> <p>If any of you could take a look at my personal info and let me know about my possible chances for a scholarship that would be great! :)</p> <p>SAT: 2140 (m-690, cr-700, w-750) Mar 22, 2014 · <p>I thought merit scholarships were independent of financial need…guess I was wrong:</p> <p>“Unfortunately, Boston University will be unable to offer you any grant or scholarship aid. I was just curious as to what stats ( GPA, SAT, etc… ) the typical student who receives merit scholarships from BU usually has ? My son is a junior and interested in Intl. I think if we post what our stats are and when Oct 27, 2023 · My child got in NMF we choose BU before March 1st and didn’t get any merit $0. Again I would like to enforce how selective this scholarship is, for my class (2021) it was given to 20 out of the 3490 students (ie you have less than 1% chance of Feb 1, 2011 · <p>I have applied for the Trustee one. But you have to apply EA to qualify for it. I don’t think there are set guidelines at least I haven’t seen any. 287 weighted (my school does not do unweighted GPAs–that being said, I’ve never received a grade lower than a B- for a final grade and all of my grades junior year/senior year so far have been A-'s/A’s) AP classes: AP world history, AP US history, AP US government May 23, 2016 · Colleges like Boston University, Rochester, Rice, and Case Western all offer merit scholarships to their top applicants. She was offered a $10,000 merit scholarship and no need based aid. </p> Mar 17, 2016 · @LBowie nope… at BU, they call several types of merit-based aid “grants,” and they differentiate in your aid package what is financial need based, and what is merit based. Anyone have any information regarding two different scholarships? Nov 29, 2011 · <p>I believe that this program has just begun its second academic year, at BU. 68 uw, 4. Feb 19, 2020 · My student received Presidential and Kilachand Honors College: 35 ACT (one sitting and 36 ACT composite), 4. BU has been my D’s first choice for a long time and she really likes it but it is really a stretch for us to pay $20k each year for room/board and other cost. Music student scholarships are for students majoring in music and are based on the strength of the audition. The National Merit program offers some great “full ride” opportunities at some southern schools but not in the North. . There is an additional essay to submit for the Trustee Dec 4, 2017 · It is a merit based scholarship based on many factors such as gpa and SAT/ACT scores and not everyone gets it. USC is on my list partly because of the half tuition scholarship they give to students that are National Merit Finalists and mark USC as their top choice school. 1550+ SAT, probably won’t retake. The median SAT score for BU students is 1418. </p> <p>Thanks!</p> May 16, 2024 · Boston University offers a National Merit Scholarship. . Thanks</p> Nov 14, 2007 · <p>Hey guys could you give me an idea of whether I would be able to get some merit aid (Not Need-based). Jul 11, 2011 · <p>Hey all, as the title says, will my stats let me qualify for any merit scholarships at BU? I have no problem with writing essays or interviews or what not, just that I need to know if someone with my credentials could get one. Any feedback from students who are currently enrolled in this program? The structure of the first and second years? Has there been any changes from what was originally planned and begun in the Fall of 2010? What’s good and what’s not so good? I have a D who is currently a junior at BU. ?</p> College Confidential Forums Merit Scholarships for First-Year Students It’s Time For Your Hard Work to Pay Off. I did pick BU as my top choice for National Merit Finalist. 6 or so and SAT at 1420. 0 UW and 4. Early Decision and Regular Decision applicants who submit their BC applications by Mar 27, 2006 · <p>Are the University Scholarships need-based? I got into SMED, but I only received Dean’s Scholarship ($10,000/year). There's also something for parochial school kids from the area. I am wondering, however, why I didn’t get a Dean’s Scholarship. There are multiples. However, my high school doesn’t rank. She had a 3. If he were to have been considered for any scholarship, would notification already have arrived? I know there’s a small ($1k) scholarship that alot of alumni children seem to get? Not expecting anything, am just wondering when they send out letters if you’re getting some $. Did you check that out? Our s has the university scholarship--same money situation as yours---its half tuition. 93</p> <p>Class Rank: School doesn’t rank, but I assume Mar 16, 2016 · What are the ranges of merit scholarships that BU offers? What are the corresponding grades, scores, ACT’s for these awards? Merit Scholarships at Boston Apr 6, 2008 · <p>WHATTTTTTTTTTTTT</p> <p>i applied to trustee, on the sole basis that they would still give me something if i didnt get it. ” not guaranteed so we didn’t bother asking anything. Oct 14, 2009 · <p>I’m applying for the Trustee Scholarship at BU. Nov 27, 2007 · <p>DS auditioned as a music major for a performance award (which he received). ”</p> Jan 24, 2013 · A friend’s daughter received a merit scholarship for BU worth over $30000. Does anybody know if that is the case? This is a little disappointing since $20,000/year is a fixed amount that probably does not keep up with rising Join conversations on college admissions, decisions, applications, ACT, SAT, paying for school, scholarships and much more! College Confidential Forums Colleges and Universities A-Z Boston University Jun 2, 2007 · However, most receive the Founder's Grant ($5,000 per year) or the Dean's Scholarship ($10,000 per year), and every once in a while the University Scholarship (1/2 tuition which my kiddo got! woohoo!). These are just averages though and there seems to be some room. e. My grades this year have been pretty good, mostly A’s and a couple of B’s, but for this term, I’ve been hit with lots of tests in preparation for the AP exams. I did not receive any email, but it was mentioned in my acceptance letter on their website, as well as in the financial decision tab. I am very frustrated (among many other things) by this especially since it really came down to a few grades that didn’t work out in Nov 24, 2013 · <p>Hello everyone,</p> <p>I’m applying to BU hoping to get either the Trustee or Presidential scholarship. We have submitted FAFSA and did not qualify any need based scholarship. </p> <p>I am worried my ACT is not high enough</p> <p>thanks</p> Mar 26, 2011 · College Confidential Forums Official Boston University Merit Scholarships, Class of 2015. If you applied for a specific scholarship, then your chances depend on the applicant pool. My stats are all above the average of the Dean Scholar stats. boston-university. Here are my stats: 35 ACT National Merit Semifinalist (still in the finalist competition) 4. 4. I felt delighted when I logged into the Applicant Link and I saw the words “Congratulations!” I proceeded to check my financial aid and only received $11,000 in aid (all federal). October, 2023 - Students take the PSAT April, 2024 - High School administrators validate eligibility of students. Director of outreach for New York State for a non for profit that supports psychology and Neuroscience education, internship with a professor doing research, my own research, took psychology classes at a community college Mar 15, 2016 · The two major ones are the Presidential (Half tuition) and Trustee (full tuition) scholarships. My parents are willing to spend 25k per year, and I am willing to take out up to 5k in student loans per year to cover the remaining May 16, 2005 · <p>Boston College: full merit scholarships, it’s called the presidential scholarship or something. 92 UW, Many honors and AP classes, pretty good ECs) but I am a little concerned about the financial need component. Mar 15, 2016 · I think the Villanova scholarship is the merit money. edu) $25,000 – competitive. </p> <p>GPA: 4. Apparently it’s $3-15K. I am just wondering what the various scholarships look like. It’s an expensive school, and I do not qualify for financial aid. Neither have specific grades or test scores associated with them, but both go to students in the top 2-3 percent of the applicant class. If you go on the BU web site and search under merit scholarships they will list them along with averages for stats. 3. My family’s EFC is nearly 50k and there is no way they can pay that, so merit is my only option for aid. I did receive a few thousand a year in loans, though, although I was not expecting any financial aid. He had to complete both the FAFSA and the PROFILE (and send two years of tax returns) for his scholarship. CC_Sorin January 2, 2023, Oct 12, 2013 · <p>Red- The highest merit scholarships are the Lay and Duke scholarships. </p> <p>I want to go to BU over a local much less expensive school, but BU is ridiculously expensive. 6 GPA), 97% of people receive a median aid package of 25-41,000 per year. It is pretty expensive, so I would need some kind of merit scholarship to go. You can apply after your first semester, but only a handful are given out. 3 President Student body, Peer counselor, Captain varsity sports team, many other ECs and leadership positions. </p> May 1, 2010 · <p>I am actually not sure if the 25k was merit or need based as his parents only said he was offered that amount,I am actually not sure if the 25k was merit or need based as his parents only said he was offered that amount,</p> Mar 8, 2009 · I’m not saying this merit-based diversity aid is wrong or unjust at all, don’t get me wrong, but in the end, it’s hurting my son and others like him. She is super involved with her extracurriculars, including several leadership positions. Lots of good EC’s in psychology. I really need to get a merit scholarship or I can’t go! I’m a RD SMG applicant. As a student who is below the federal poverty line it would be impossible for me to go to Boston University. How do I get merit based scholarships from them? Will i be considered for this automatically? do i need to call their admissions after i get in and negotiate a deal?</p> Mar 26, 2011 · <p>EFC for me is around 7000 and they gave me no grants. </p> <p>There are other named scholarships that are less but still substantial. 6 GPA. Thoughts? Jan 30, 2015 · Hello all! I am an applicant to BU CAS for the Class of 2019, and am hoping for a Dean’s Scholarship. </p> <p>My GPA is 3. Granted, I am an international student living in the states, so I am eligible only for the Trustee (which I stupidly didn’t do), University, and Engineering Scholarships, but I thought my chances were pretty good for the latter two. BU offers a wide variety of merit scholarships, some even covering full tuition, to recognize high achieving students who go above and beyond. However , we have one more son for education and no other promising funds. Jan 24, 2009 · <p>Hey again guys,</p> <p>I was just looking into merit aid provided at Baylor and am somewhat disappointed in what I found. Sep 5, 2021 · Based on CBRP requirements should be eligible for Merit scholarships between $6,000-$11,000/yr. My dad was really Mar 25, 2007 · <p>I was just accepted into BU’s College of Engineering, and I was a little surprised not seeing any Merit Award link on the right side of the page. Thanks for your help 🙂 Apr 3, 2020 · Our son got the Guaranteed Transfer offer as well. Aug 17, 2019 · As a rule, ED applicants do not have good chances for merit awards. 29. </p> Mar 17, 2016 · Did these students from high income areas have financial need and did the award come through the financial aid office or did they not even submit a FAFSA and just got the scholarship? I guess that is probably not easy to figure out, but just because they come from high cost of living areas doesn’t mean they don’t have need. 0 and my weighted was approx 4. However, USC isn’t actually my top choice school and I don’t know Apr 17, 2005 · <p>There are a number of different types of scholarships and each has specific expectations. 02 Unweighted:3. Merit is used to tempt and get those students a college wants but likely has better choices. Apr 13, 2007 · <p>Hi. I was wondering if I could get input about my chances for acceptance/merit scholarship money. Timeline for the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Competition. Does NM offer additional money? I’ve seen this statement in announcements “Officials of each sponsor college selected their scholarship winners from among the Finalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program who plan to attend their institution. Mar 31, 2006 · <p>Well, I have decided that I’m now definitely going to BU. The Duke is full tuition. For the Presidential, applications are reviewed holistically and the scholarships are given to top students. edu) College Board National Recognition Programs - National Recognition Program Scholarships | Admissions (bu. Haven’t heard back yet. College Confidential Forums BU Trustee Scholarship Mar 17, 2015 · According to the websites, my daughter is in the top 75% of accepted student stats for applicants at most of the schools that she has applied, and theoretically an excellent candidate for top merit scholarships, however while she has been offered some level of merit scholarship at all of the public schools that she applied to, most have been Sep 28, 2018 · Please post ONLY current (verified for 2019 Fall admission) college scholarships offered to students awarded the National Hispanic Scholar award. </p> <p>First I would like to provide a May 8, 2006 · <p>Boston university does not guarantee to meet full need for all accepted students…and it doesn’t. I write here as a parent whose child joined BU in recent years as a Trustee Scholar. I’m trying to find some New England schools that offer fabulous Merit Aid (money is a huge factor and we are not likely to receive Mar 24, 2011 · <p>Hi everyone!</p> <p>I just received my Boston University Trustee’s Scholarship notification through the mail. Any amount that you can’t afford will be Sep 21, 2005 · <p>anybody who transferred to bu get good merit aid? my sat was 1420 and my high school uw gpa was 4. The school requires the CSS/College Profile for merit scholarships (though they don’t require the FAFSA). Please list the following: Name of the School Name of the Scholarship Amount of Award (any additional pertinent information) THIS DISCUSSION IS FOR LISTING SCHOLARSHIPS ONLY. BU has banner ads all over the internet about “merit scholarships for test-optional applicants” which imply that there’s plenty of merit money awarded - I don’t believe that is the case. Jul 3, 2008 · <p>Hi, so I just recently became interested in Boston University, particularly since they have such a prestigious biomedical engineering program. 105 / 91. From what I’ve read they have the Provost at $15k, Founders at $25k, Presidential at $30k and full tuition with the Trustees Scholarship. Had a high GPA something like 4. I saw an article that says BU's spent something like $119M on this over the years. I’m not so concerned with my chances of getting in as I am with getting money. But I did call and at least from BU Admissions I was told there IS NO MERIT BASED SCHOLARSHIPS FOR TRANSFERS… Not for the first or any other year. Sep 6, 2011 · <p>Hey everyone! I’m from California and would love to study at Boston University next year. Jan 2, 2023 · College Confidential Forums Boston U. OOS. Apr 14, 2010 · <p>So a student in Stern will not be getting any merit aid (non-need) unless they have won a university -wide merit scholarship. </p> Mar 19, 2010 · <p>I was accepted to BU early decision and offered the University Scholarship (half tuition) with my admissions decision. These Presidential Scholarships are the only merit money that BC gives out. Do you Dec 29, 2008 · <p>hello everyone,</p> <p>I am applying to Boston University soon and should be accepted without a problem. </p> <p>She received her financial aid offer, and WAS NOT awarded the Presidential Scholarship. You can get more financial aid from the transfer school (BU) and/or use it against your current university; Transfers are common. I’ve been Feb 12, 2023 · Someone whose child also received this scholarship mentioned “some extra money”. Jun 17, 2010 · <p>I was looking over the merit/need based grants and with an ACT score of 31 I’d say I’m a good candidate for some sort of merit grant. Sep 1, 2020 · Note that if a student turns it down, they do not offer that to another student, so fewer than 200 students per year are attending on a full-tuition merit scholarship. Sep 21, 2011 · <p>I thought that BU had half tuition scholarships for NMS finalists and also a Univeristy Scholars half tuition scholarship. boston Sep 3, 2006 · Therefore, the only way I might be able to attend BU is with a merit scholarship. Colleges and Universities A-Z. 0 SAT: 2000 (taking it again in October and hope to aim for a 2100!) Top 9% of class</p> <p>Several Apr 11, 2013 · However, I missed out the Dec 1 deadline for merit scholarships. The high school he attends is small and exclusive. Should I assume that I didn’t receive any merit scholarships? I’m going to call them too some time next Mar 26, 2007 · 6) Scholarship awarded: including total $ 7)Chance of going without any $: On a scale of 1-5, likelihood of going prior to receiving merit money decision (1 (not a chance) - 5 (most definitely) 8) Chance of going now with scholarship money / honors program/ trustree/ university professors program offered (1 (not a chance) - 5 (most definitely)</p> Aug 18, 2010 · <p>Most potential transfers realize quickly that merit aid is extremely limited for transfers compared to freshman applicants. The Early Action (EA) deadline for Fall 2025 admission at Rutgers is November 1, 2024. He is finishing soph year. 5 weighted GPA with a 2200 SAT and 33 ACT. Relations / Business. I understand that there are certain guidelines I have to abide by in order to keep my eligibility for it, specifically regarding my hs grades. 8 unweighted. Our s had a 1420 SAT, just in the top 5% of his class and about a 4. Mar 24, 2012 · Has anyone heard about their trustee scholarship, bell scholarship presidential scholarship ect. I cannot remember how many Lay and Duke scholarships are given out per year. College Confidential Forums Boston University Mar 21, 2015 · Today was the day that I would receive my Boston University decision. So from my understanding Jun 7, 2010 · <p>So to keep a long story short. 5 w, and decent extracurriculars. Interestingly, I know a student who turned down a Cornelius Vanderbilt full tuition scholarship to attend Duke (without a merit scholarship). Great letters of recommendation and essays, have worked during high school. I was fortunate enough to get one, but it was only for about $2000. BU is an expensive school, so if i decide to go I need some money :P</p> <p>SAT : 2120 SAT II: 770 USH, 760 World, 660 Lit GPA: 3. My question is, can students get both BS/MD and merit? Or do colleges think that just the BS/MD alone is sufficient Aug 23, 2009 · <p>I dont qualify for need based aid, so I’m wondering what it takes to get some decent merit based aid at BU. </p> <p>As for whether a FAFSA needs to be filed to be awarded non-need based merit aid, I don’t know if the policy has changed in the last 2 years, but we did not Dec 10, 2019 · Hi! I’m a junior from NJ and I’m looking for colleges that have good business programs but also offer large merit scholarships (preferably automatic). Mar 29, 2011 · Are there any scholarships other than the Trustee Scholarship that BU Awards that you don’t have to apply for? If so, how is one notified if they received them? Mar 21, 2020 · It gives you leverage if you do well academically. Oct 24, 2004 · <p>Okay, this topic seems to come up a lot, so here’s some info for those interested. I'm not sure if you qualify, but if you do: Boston</a> University - Office of Financial Assistance - Applying for Financial Aid</p> <p>For merit, it's based on a bunch of criteria. BU and UNCSA both have undergraduate voice performance programs, and those were what i was looking at! yes, i am aware that acceptance largely depends on my audition. I know theyre pretty straightforward about giving money to those with strong academic records, but everything Ive read on BU’s site and on various pamphlets etc I’ve received from them that with my income bracket and my stats (1980 SAT, 12%, 3. I had an interview for one with a 2120 SAT, 4. Not that I’m not happy with the SMED and 10 grand a year Oct 14, 2012 · I am a high school senior applying to Boston University. My parents make plenty of money and have been saving up for my college for the past 18 years. College Confidential will be hosting an AMA with Boston University tonight, Thursday, May 16 at 7 pm ET. I’m hoping to put together a list of schools in New England Mar 8, 2021 · I know for some similar schools, merit scholarship notifications are sent out before admissions notifications. ALL other financial aid is need-based only. Thanks to this board, I know he’ll have opportunities for big scholarships at some schools (Alabama, UTDallas, Tulsa). Unweighted: 4. Are there any other merit ones out there? I need some help with the tuition. 0 unweighted GPA/ Valedictorian (at a small public school, although I hav May 7, 2006 · <p>All the average ranges for merit scholarships are on the BU web site. I assume your income and assets will feed into their calculations and Dec 3, 2008 · I’m pretty sure BU is a nice solid match for me…right? Anyway, I was also wondering if I’d be able to get a scholarship. </p> Nov 17, 2006 · <p>Since the admissions literature gives the average GPA and rank of those who receive merit scholarships, what happens to applicants whose high school does not provide rank? Will BU contact the guidance counselors of hundreds of potential scholarship recipients to find out rank? (I would think not. When reading profiles of average recipients, I fit right in or exceeded the criteria for University Scholarship, but the description of Dean’s explicitly stated it was for students with little to no financial need. Most awards are for academic achievement, while others go to talented athletes, performers, and artists. Relations program at his high school, 2160 on SAT ( taking it over in May to try to bump it up a bit ), tennis varsity, editor of school paper, a few other Oct 13, 2005 · It may also need to be submitted a little earlier--say by Dec. She listed them as first choice college with NMSC by the March 1 deadline. Most of what i write here is based on what i have heard from my child - so please, don Sep 18, 2014 · <p>Boston University is one of the schools I am applying to, and I am well aware that it cannot meet full financial need for all of its admitted students. College Confidential Forums Boston University. </p> Jan 21, 2010 · (merit based) Do you think I have a chance for it: almost straight A’s, 5 AP’s this year, SAT between 2100 and 2150, lots of EC’s, etc. On Oct 22, 2012 · <p>I’m applying for the Trustee scholarship, but I’d be happy with any type of renewable merit scholarship. Jul 11, 2018 · My parents make 160,000 a year combined. Jan 10, 2020 · Has anyone received any information on merit scholarships? I received my truste scholarship yesterday for $64,000. I think that they’re just trying to goose their application numbers. Applicants with SAT scores of 1480 and above have a good chance of being admitted to BU, while applicants with SAT scores between 1370 to 1480 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1370 have a low chance of being offered a spot at BU. They had an extremely high number of qualified applicants this year, and were not able to award merit scholarships to Aug 12, 2009 · Probability of Receiving University Scholarships and Need-Based Grants </p> <p>and read the pop-up (be sure to scroll down to read the chart) </p> <p>Note that it says for BU scholarships (that's merit aid) or grants (that's financial aid). Oct 4, 2009 · <p>The CFA scholarships, to my knowledge, are for students MAJORING in that college (music, art, drama). He’d like to stay closer to home (we’re in MA), but the $$ will be hard to pass up. Merit aid was an important part of her decision making process and turned down the offer for more merit aid at a different school. but someone post and tell me if u know of exceptions. njm vfz odh jntux jrvtutn hpkvdh hary gkuv qogs jlixxy