Scholarships
Scholarships and grants are types of funding you receive for your education that you don't have to pay back. The difference between the two is that scholarships are usually based on academic merit, while grants are usually based on financial need.
To find out more about the financial aid options available to you please visit the FAFSA website. Filling out the FAFSA allows you to be considered for the Federal PELL grant, Stafford Loans, work study positions and additional scholarships. Completion of the FAFSA is strongly encouraged.
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- Freshman Prestigious Scholarships
- Honors International Studies Program Scholarship
- Freshman Merit Scholarships
- Current Student Scholarships
- Returning Student Scholarships
- Transfer Student Scholarships
- International Student Scholarships
- State Scholarships
- Free Scholarships
- What do to with Outside Scholarships
Freshman Prestigious Scholarships
*Apply Here for Prestigious Scholarships
| Award | Amount | Qualifications | Deadline |
| Chancellor's Leadership Council (CLC) | -over $35,000 over 4 years $5,500 per academic year for four years for tuition and fees, two year's housing in a triple suite in the Residence Hall, a meal plan for two years (160 per semester + $200 Lions Cash), as well as a $1,000 laptop computer allowance. | 25+ composite ACT score, 3.25 cumulative GPA, plus demonstration of strong leadership and academic performance. Must be seeking a Bachelor's degree | October 10, 2011 |
Boreham Engineering Scholarship | -up to $30,000 over 4 years- $5,500 per academic year for four years for tuition and fees, an optional $2,000 annual housing waiver for four years, and a $1,000 laptop computer allowance. | 27+ composite ACT score preferred, 3.5 cumulative GPA, and a major in either mechanical or electrical engineering. | Applications will be accepted through spring 2012 |
First Bank Corp. Business Scholarship | -up to $30,000 over 4 years- $5,500 per academic year for four years for tuition and fees, an optional $2,000 annual housing waiver for four years, and a $1,000 laptop computer allowance. | 27+ composite ACT score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, and a business major. | October 10, 2011 |
Honors International Studies Program Scholarship
*Apply Here for Honors International Studies Program Scholarship.
The Honors International Studies Program consists of a unique honors general education curriculum with international focus, exciting travel study classes, service opportunities, independent study project options, and the opportunity for graduation with honors. For more information about this program, please contact Dr. Dennis Siler by telephone at (479) 788-7537 or by e-mail at dennis.siler@uafs.edu .
| Amount | Qualifications | Deadline |
-$30,000 over four years $4,500 per academic year for four years for tuition and fees and optional $3,000 annual housing waiver for four years, and a domestic travel study opportunity. | 27+ composite ACT score, 3.5 cumulative GPA | April 09, 2012 |
Freshman Merit Scholarships
* Merit Scholarships are no longer available for 2012-2013.
Award | Amount | Qualifications |
Academic Distinction Scholarship of Prestige | $4,500 per year for tuition/fees + a $2,000 optional housing allowance | Average ACT score of 27 Average GPA of 3.87 |
Academic Excellence Scholarship | $3,500 per year for tuition/fees + a $500 optional housing allowance | Average ACT score of 24 Average GPA of 3.51 |
Academic Opportunity Scholarship | $1,500 per year for tuition/fees | Average ACT score of 21 Average GPA of 3.21 |
May substitute a student's SAT score
Current Student Scholarships
- This scholarship is awarded for up to two years for current UAFS students with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA who have completed at least 60 hours.
- The scholarship pays for fall and spring terms only.
- Deadline is June 1.
- Award amounts can vary.
- This scholarship is awarded to current UAFS students with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA who have completed at least 30 hours.
- The scholarship pays for fall and spring terms only.
- Deadline is June 1.
- Award amounts can vary.
Returning Student Scholarships
- This scholarship is awarded to students who spent several years in the workforce or at home, have never attended college before, or are returning to college after several years out.
- Deadline is June 1.
- $1,000 for one year
Transfer Student Scholarships
Transfer Scholarship
- Priority is given to students who have completed an Associates degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Scholarship will pay for fall and spring terms only.
- Deadline for application is June 1.
- This scholarship provides up to $2,000 per year for two years.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
- A minimum 3.5 GPA. Associate degree and PTK membership required. Scholarship will pay for fall and spring terms only.
- Deadline for application is June 1.
- This scholarship provides up to $4,000 per year for two years.
International Student Scholarships
State Scholarships
Free Scholarships
- www.collegenet.com
- www.fastweb.com
- www.princetonreview.com
- www.collegeanswer.com
- Gates Millennium Scholars
- SallieMae
- Latino College Dollars
- Black College Dollars
- American Indian College Fund
- www.FundMyFuture.info
What to do with Outside Scholarships
- UAFS Financial Aid Office
- P.O. Box 3649
- Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649
