Monday, November 22, 2010

J. Ollie Edmunds Merit-Based Scholarship: Stetson University


The J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship Program at Stetson University seeks students who demonstrate a balance of the following qualities:
1. Superior intellect and academic achievement, as measured by academic record and standardized testing. • A secondary school GPA of 3.5 or above; • A ranking in the top 5 percent of the graduating class, if the school uses a ranking system; • A combined SAT-I score of at least 1350 (critical reading and math) or an ACT composite score of at least 30.
2. Outstanding leadership potential as measured by leadership roles in high school or community.
3. Discipline and physical wellness gained by participation in athletics or fitness activities.
4. Character, integrity and self-motivation.
5. Outstanding personality and communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Active participation in campus and community activities and personal achievement in co-curricular activities.
7. Creativity and imagination as demonstrated by participation in fine arts, music, acting, theater, dance, writing, poetry, debate, or scientific investigation.
Application deadline: January 22, 2010
Campus Visit and Interview: March 25 & 26, 2010
Apply online: http://www.edmunds-scholarship.org/