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What
is the Merit Award Scholars Program?
Founded in 1991, the Merit Award Scholars Program provides
$5,000 scholarships to graduates of Kern County high schools. Awards
are paid over four years: first year $1,000; second year $1,100; third
year $1,300, and fourth year $1,600. We currently have 16 Merit Award Scholars majoring in disciplines ranging from biology to
philosophy. The program is funded through the generosity of private
donors.
Why
should I apply?
If you are an outstanding student and would like to be
recognized for your academic achievement, you should apply for a Merit
Award Scholarship. While financial need is considered in the award of
most scholarships, the selection of Merit Award Scholars is based
entirely on academic achievement. In addition, Merit Award Scholars
have the opportunity to engage in research, receive faculty mentoring,
and participate in the Personalized Honors Program.
What
are the eligibility criteria?
To be considered for a Merit Award Scholarship, you must meet
the following requirements:
• Must be a
first-time college freshman;
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.8;
• A minimum SAT score of 1150 (Critical Reading & Math) or ACT score of 26;
• Declare a major in a discipline within the School of Humanities & Social Sciences
or the School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics (see list
at right)
• Maintain an annual CSUB cumulative GPA of 3.3;
• Participate in Honors Seminars;
• Commit to completion of a degree within four years.
How do I apply?
Applications for Fall 2009
are available on this website and will be accepted from January 1
through March 13, 2009.
In addition to the completed application, you must submit by mail two
faculty recommendations, official high school transcripts, and copies
of your SAT or ACT scores. If you meet the minimum requirements, your
application will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of
scholarship donors, university faculty, and advisory board members. Recipients will be announced in April
2009.
Whom
do I talk to if I have questions?
If you have questions about the Merit Award Scholars Program,
please contact Lori Lowrimore at 661-654-2213 or
llowrimore@csub.edu.
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Eligible
Majors
Anthropology
Art
Biology
Chemistry
Communications
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
English
Geology
History
Liberal Studies
Mathematics
Music
Natural Sciences
Nursing
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical
Pre-Veterinary
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Spanish
Theatre |
Links
Application Materials
•
Application Form
• Personal
Statement
• Faculty
Recommendation Form
Current Students
& Donors
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