College of Engineering

choose ohio first scholarship - improving retention and student success in computing (impress-c) 

who is eligible for the impress-c scholarship?

First-time freshmen and transfer students who have:

  • Been accepted into one of the following UToledo programs:
    • Computer Science and Engineering
    • Computer Science and Engineering Technology
    • Information Technology
  • GPA or test scores
    • First-year applicants in Computer Science and Engineering Technology or Information Technology: Minimum high school GPA of 3.5 AND minimum ACT composite score of 25
    • First-year applicants in Computer Science and Engineering: Minimum high school GPA of 3.75 AND minimum ACT composite score of 28
    • Transfer students: Minimum higher education GPA of 3.0

Scholarship details

  • Up to 9 scholarships available each year
  • Up to $5,562 a year awarded for up to four years (eight semesters of full-time coursework)
  • This scholarship can be combined with UToledo merit scholarships. This means that some Choose Ohio First scholars will have full coverage of all tuition and student general fees.

The College of Engineering and UToledo's Jesup Scott Honors College are partners in this scholarship program. Scholarship recipients will be admitted to the Honors College. They will be able to take advantage of all the academic opportunities offered by the Honors College.

Note: Funding for the Choose Ohio First scholarships is provided by the State of Ohio. If the State of Ohio discontinues funding, this scholarship program will end immediately. 

application deadline

February 23, 2024

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

  • The online application.
  • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • A personal statement (up to 200 words) describing your career goals and why you should be considered for the Choose Ohio First scholarship
  • A letter of recommendation from a math or science teacher (for first-year applicants) or a professor in your department or program (transfer applicants). 

Scholars are chosen based on merit (not financial need).


Have questions?

Dr. Nasser Alaraje

Dr. Nasser Alaraje

Professor and Chair, Department of Engineering Technology
University of Toledo College of Engineering
419.530.3129
abdulnasser.alaraje@utoledo.edu

 

Last Updated: 1/2/24