Chancellor's Merit Scholarship

The Office of Academic Scholarships uses a holistic process to award freshman scholarships. In addition to test scores, high school grade point average, and the written scholarship application, other information, including but not limited to first-generation college student status, financial need, legacy status, and underrepresented community status may also be considered.



Full Description

Annual award of $10,000 per year to National Merit, corporate, and University of Arkansas sponsored National Merit scholars



Who's eligible?

  • Awarded to Merit finalists who name the University of Arkansas as 1st choice to the National Merit Corporation
  • Students awarded the Chancellor's Merit Scholarship also receive a New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award Scholarship
  • Renewable for 4 years (5 years for Architecture students) with 30 hours per year and 2.75 GPA


How to Apply

To apply, click on the link given below. 

Official Website
Merit Based Scholarships Arkansas Scholarship

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