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    First-Time Freshman Scholarships and Awards

    ADMISSION SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS

    For first-time freshman students: Priority postmark deadline January 5, 2010

    Unless otherwise specified, to be considered for the Big 3 scholarships and awards, submit the following by January 5, 2010:

    • Completed and signed UT application for admission
    • $40 nonrefundable admission application fee
    • Official high school transcript
    • Official ACT and/or SAT scores

    To maximize your total aid package, we strongly encourage you to file a FAFSA by the April 1, 2010 priority deadline.

    Click the following links for more information about scholarships and awards:
    • Blue and Gold Scholar Award - UT Guarantee
    • Rocket Scholar Award
    • Tower scholar Award - Out of State Students
    • Presidential Scholarship
    • Levis Leadership Scholarship
    • UT Academic College Scholarships
    • General Scholarship/Award Policies
    • Renewal Eligibility Scholarships
    • UT Grants
    • Why is the FAFSA an Important Document to Complete
    • What is the Federal Pell Grant

    BLUE AND GOLD SCHOLAR AWARD - UT GUARANTEE

    Full tuition, after state and federal aid

    Minimum Requirements:
    • 3.0 H.S. GPA
    • File a FAFSA by April 1, 2010 and show Pell Grant eligibility
    • High School graduating class of 2010

    The Blue and Gold Scholar Award recognizes students who are among the best of the best in several school districts in Ohio. Students graduating from public schools in the following districts are eligible for the Blue and Gold Scholar Award:

    • Akron Public Schools
    • Canton Public Schools
    • Cincinnati Public Schools
    • Cleveland Metropolitan School District
    • Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District
    • Columbus Public Schools
    • Dayton Public Schools
    • East Cleveland Local Schools
    • Elyria City Schools
    • Euclid Schools
    • Hamilton City Schools

    • Lima City Schools
    • Lorain City Schools
    • Mansfield City Schools
    • Middletown City Schools
    • South-Western City Schools
    • Springfield City Schools
    • Toledo Public Schools
    • Trotwood-Madison City Schools
    • Warren City Schools
    • Washington Local Schools
    • Youngstown City Schools

    If you attend a qualifying school you are automatically considered for this scholarship with the completed and signed  UT application for admission, official high school transcripts and official ACT and/or SAT scores, all submitted by January 5, 2010, and a filed FAFSA by April 1, 2010.

    To see a full list of qualifying schools click here.

    ROCKET SCHOLAR AWARD

    From $1,500 to full tuition

    Minimum Requirements:
    • 3.0 H.S. GPA
    • 20 ACT/950 SAT

    This scholarship recognizes outstanding students from Ohio and Monroe County, Mich. The award is customized and personalized for each student to give you the most for your unique academic and financial situation. We look at factors such as your academic achievement, school curriculum, need and first-generation status.

    If you have the minimum requirements you are automatically considered for this scholarship with the completed and signed  UT application for admission, official high school transcripts and official ACT and/or SAT scores, all submitted by January 5, 2010.

    TOWER SCHOLAR AWARD - Out of State Students

    Up to $12,000

    Minimum Requirements:
    • 3.0 H.S. GPA or 21 ACT/990 SAT

    This scholarship assists with the out-of-state surcharge and recognizes outstanding students from outside of Ohio and Monroe County, Mich. We look at factors such as your academic achievement, need, school curriculum, and first-generation status to come up with a scholarship award that can make UT as affordable as your in-state schools.

    If you have the minimum requirements you are automatically considered for this scholarship with the completed and signed  UT application for admission, official high school transcripts and official ACT and/or SAT scores, all submitted by January 5, 2010.

    PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

    Full in-state tuition, general fees (up to 16 credit hours), room and board, and a one-time, $3,000 stipend for a summer experience

    Minimum Requirements:
    • 3.8 H.S. GPA
    • 30 ACT/1340 SAT
    • High School graduating class of 2010

    Apply for the prestigious scholarship online! You need to submit the required materials noted (extracurricular resume, personal essay, and references) in addition to a completed application for undergraduate admission postmarked by Dec. 1, 2009. Students selected for an interview must be available to interview on Wednesday, February 17, 2010.

    LEVIS LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

    $1,000 for the first year

    Minimum Requirements:
    • 3.0 H.S. GPA
    • 20 ACT/950 SAT
    • Demonstrate potential for leadership
    • High School graduating class of 2010

    Apply for the Levis Scholarship online! This scholarship for the first academic year is offered to 40 incoming freshman students accepted into the Levis Leadership UT Program. Complete the online form and submit the required materials (reference, essay and transcript) in addition to a completed UT application for undergraduate admission by January 5, 2010.

    UT Academic College Scholarships

    UT’s academic colleges also offer scholarships. Learn more about UT scholarships.

    General Scholarship/Award Policies

    • GPA requirements are based upon a minimum six semesters of high school academic performance.

    • Although UT requires at least one writing sample from ACT and/or SAT, the score of that section is not included for scholarship consideration.

    • Award letters are sent to recipients within a month of acceptance to the University.

    • ACT/SAT scores at the time of application are used for scholarship consideration.

    • All scholarships posted are considered to be accepted by the student unless the Office of Undergraduate Admission is notified in writing. Disclaimer: The scholarship program is available until funds run out. The scholarship/award program is subject to change without notice.

    • Awards may be used to pay for full-time, in-state tuition/out-of-state surcharge and general fee (up to 16 hours) and will be used toward payment of costs incurred at UT.

    • The Big 3 scholarships are mutually exclusive awards and can not be stacked with other Big 3 awards.

    • Students with a minimum of a 3.0 that are not considered Pell Grant eligible will be considered for the Rocket Scholar Award.

    • An out-of-state student is defined as a student whose permanent address is outside Ohio or Monroe County, Mich. If an out-of-state student gains Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., residence after receiving scholarship offer, a portion of the scholarship offer will be adjusted since the out-of-state surcharge will no longer be assessed.

    Renewal Eligibility Requirements

    • Awards are renewable for eight semesters, not to exceed five consecutive calendar years or the completion of an undergraduate degree, whichever comes first, unless otherwise noted.

    • Students must be enrolled full-time each semester and complete a minimum of 30 semester hours each academic year including fall and spring semester.

    • Students must maintain a cumulative college GPA of 3.0 each academic year for scholarship renewal, unless otherwise noted.

    Notes: These policies and renewal criteria do not apply to all college-specific scholarships. See the previously mentioned Web site for details regarding these scholarships.

    UT Grants

    The University of Toledo also has grants available in varying amounts to help with the cost of your education, books, and housing. In order to be eligible for these grants, students must file a FAFSA.

    Why is the FASFA an Important Document to Complete? 

    The FAFA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form should be completed by every family because it helps determine financial need and can possibly increase scholarship offers. For students eligible for the Blue and Gold Scholar Award, the FAFSA form must be completed by April 1, 2010 in order to receive the maximum award amount. To watch videos that will walk you through filing out the FAFSA, visit utoledo.edu/financialaid/fafsa.

    What is the Federal Pell Grant?

    Grants are awarded to students demonstrating high financial need and are not required to be repaid. Using FAFSA data, financial need is determined according to the Federal Methodology, a formula established by Congress to assess the family’s ability to contribute to the student’s educational costs.

    Page updated: December 18, 2009
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