SCHOLARSHIP: Lamar University, USA International Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Lamar University is offering the University Scholars Scholarship to support high-achieving students. If you’re a first-time freshman with a strong GPA or qualifying test scores, you could receive $8,000 toward your tuition over four years.
About university:
Lamar University (LU) is a renowned institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. As a member of the Texas State University System, LU offers over 100 programs across diverse fields, empowering students to pursue their passions with a strong foundation in education. The university is celebrated for its vibrant campus life, cutting-edge research, and dedication to fostering leadership and success among its students.
Scholarship deadline:
January 15th, 2025
Scholarship details:
- University or Organization: Lamar University (LU)
- Department: NA
- Course Level: Undergraduate
- Award: $8,000 over four years ($2,000 per year; $1,000 per semester)
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: Varies
- Nationality: Domestic and international students
- The award can be taken in: USA
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
- Eligible Countries: All countries
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for any subject offered by the university.
- Admissible Criteria:
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a first-time college freshman (dual credit and AP courses are not disqualifying).
- Achieve a minimum high school GPA of 3.50-3.64 on a 5.0 weighted scale and rank in the top 50% of their graduating class OR submit qualifying SAT (1010-1070) or ACT (19-21) scores.
- International students must submit a qualifying SAT (1010-1070) or ACT (19-21) score.
- Class rank requirements are waived for homeschool students or high schools that do not rank students.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
There is no separate application for this scholarship. Eligible students are automatically considered if they meet the criteria.
Additionally, students are encouraged to:
- Complete the LU Scholarship application in the myScholarships portal. for consideration for endowed scholarships.
- Submit the FAFSA or TASFA using code 003581 by the January 15th priority deadline for additional financial aid opportunities.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Recipients will receive $8,000 over four years, distributed as $2,000 per year ($1,000 per semester).
- The scholarship amount is applied evenly between the fall and spring semesters and is specifically designated for tuition.
