All-USA/All-State Academic Team

Phi Theta Kappa students who are recognized as members of the PTK All Academic Team can receive this scholarship of full tuition and a $600 book stipend for two years.  In order to apply for this scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.25 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four year institution

• Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at MUW

Students must submit verification team membership along with their scholarship application.  This award cannot be stacked with the McDevitt or Phi Theta Kappa scholarships.

These two-year scholarships, in the amount of $7,000, are reserved for Phi Theta Kappa members.  Out-of-state fees are covered if applicable.  In order to apply for this scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.25 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four year institution

• Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at MUW

Students must submit verification of PTK membership along with their scholarship application.  This award cannot be stacked with the Community College Transfer scholarship.

McDevitt Day

MUW offers a generous scholarship program for students. You have the opportunity to join us for McDevitt Day on March 25, 2011. MUW provides the opportunity, during McDevitt Day, to compete for two of our most prestigious transfer scholarships, such as the McDevitt and University Transfer scholarships.

To apply for the McDevitt and University Transfer scholarships, students must be admitted to the university and should submit the following to the Office of Admissions by a priority deadline of March 11:

• McDevitt Day application

• Letter of recommendation from a counselor or Phi Theta Kappa advisor

• One page essay on the following topic:  “What is your true passion in life and how has it affected you?”

• McDevitt Day Questionnaire

McDevitt

The McDevitt scholarship is for academically gifted community college transfer students. The McDevitt is a two-year, full tuition, room and board, out-of-state fees (if applicable), and a small book stipend. Three McDevitt scholarships are awarded each year. To be considered for this scholarship, students must meet the following criteria and attend McDevitt Day:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.25 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four-year institution

• Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at MUW

Each participant will be judged on their interview, academic achievement, leadership ability, and potential contributions to the University. The McDevitt scholarship can not be stacked with any other scholarships awarded from the Office of Admissions.

University Transfer

This is our second most prestigious transfer scholarship for academically talented students. The average University Transfer award is $4,000 over a two year period. Out of state fee scholarships are given if applicable. To be considered for this scholarship, students must meet the following criteria and attend McDevitt Day:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.25 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four-year institution

Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at MUW
Each participant will be judged on their interview, academic achievement, leadership ability, and potential contributions to the University.

Hearin

The Hearin Leadership Program at MUW is a rich and academically challenging leadership program. The Hearin Program prepares students to become tomorrow's leaders by focusing on scholarship, leadership development, and community service. To be considered for this scholarship, students must meet the following criteria and attend McDevitt Day:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 2.5 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four-year institution

• Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at MUW

These two year awards are in the amount range of $1000-$2500 and may be renewed based on the recipients’ participation in MUW’s Hearin Leadership Program.

Other Available Scholarships:

In addition to the scholarships offered on McDevitt Day, MUW offers many other scholarships to prospective students. Students must be admitted to the university and submit the enclosed scholarship application by a priority deadline of April 1. Read on to learn more about available scholarships and apply today!
Alumni

Residents of Mississippi whose parents graduated from MUW are eligible to apply for this renewable scholarship in the amount of $800 over a two year period. Students must submit a scholarship application by priority deadline of April 1.

Community College Program Awards

Community/Junior college transfer students who are interested in applying for these awards in the amount of $3,000-$4,500 over a three year period must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four-year institution (students may complete up to 6 hours of courses at MUW)

• Have at least 30 transferable hours prior to enrolling at MUW

Community College Transfer

Community/Junior college transfer students who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for these two year awards in the amount of $2000-$3000:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four-year institution (students may complete up to 6 hours of courses at MUW)

• Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at
  MUW

Student must submit a scholarship application by priority deadline of April 1. This scholarship can not be stacked with the Phi Theta Kappa scholarship.

Foundation:

Alumni and friends have generously contributed to a number of merit scholarships that are available to commendable students. Students must show academic promise, leadership abilities, potential in a specific area of study, and exemplary qualities to be eligible. Students must submit a scholarship application by priority deadline of April 1.

Performance

Students who excel in performing arts are able to receive scholarships that are available from the departments of Art and Design and Music and Theatre. Those interested should contact their respective department at 662-329-7341.

Regional

Community/Junior college transfer students who are not Mississippi residents and meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for this scholarship, which covers out-of-state tuition:

• Meet transfer admissions requirements

• Have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA

• Have never attended a four-year institution

• Have at least 48 transferable hours prior to enrolling at
  MUW

Students must submit a scholarship application by priority deadline of April 1.

The Office of Admissions is eager to assist you with the scholarship process. Contact us toll free at 877-462-8439.
**All scholarships listed in this brochure are for undergraduate students only.

For additional information about loans, grants and state aid, contact the Financial Aid Center at 877-462-8439 ext. 7114, or visit their website at www.muw.edu/finaid.

Most scholarships and awards are for a period of one academic year (nine months). However, some at MUW can be renewed for three additional academic year, or graduation, whichever occurs first. All scholarship recipients must maintain continuous fulltime enrollment in at least 24 hours per academic year at MUW and maintain a 3.0 or higher MUW cumulative grade point average each semester. Students may receive more than one type of scholarship to attend MUW. However, total MUW award package, including state, federal, institutional, and private funds may not exceed total cost of attendance. Scholarship awards will be adjusted should the total amount exceed this cost.

The total amount of institutional scholarships awarded by the university may not exceed the total cost of tuition, room, board and a book stipend.