The following scholarships are available to students registered in
any of the university undergraduate colleges, unless otherwise noted.
Acme Scholarship Program.
For students interested in careers in food management. Preference given to the families of Acme employees.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship.
Established
by the Alumni Federation in 1995 to provide merit scholarship awards to
outstanding sons and daughters of alumni in their first year of
undergraduate study at Rutgers. Nonrenewable.
Camden Provost Award
. Outstanding
high school students are selected for this prestigious award based on
their high school rank and SAT scores. The award is for $2,500 per year
and is renewable on the Camden campus. This award cannot be transferred
to another campus.
James Dickson Carr Scholarship.
Awarded
to outstanding minority students selected on the basis of academic
promise, as demonstrated in high school work and SAT or ACT
scores, and on the basis of participation in extracurricular activities
in school and community.
Robert B. Clark-Roche.
Awarded
to first-year students majoring in mathematics or a natural science.
Merit and financial need are considered and preference is given to
women and students of color.
Class of 1941 Scholarship.
Preference given to descendants of the Class of 1941. Contact the Alumni Association.
Class of 1970 Scholarship.
Preference given to descendants of the Class of 1970. Contact the Alumni Association.
Collegiate Merit Awards.
Several
of the undergraduate colleges offer collegiate merit awards. While the
primary emphasis is on academic qualifications, scholarship committees
at the colleges may establish different criteria that reflect the
particular philosophy or mission of the college. These awards in some
cases involve participation in a college honors program. Interested
students should write to the dean`s office of the school of
matriculation for further information.
Elmer R. Deaver Foundation Scholarship.
Annual
scholarship to provide financial assistance to full-time undergraduate
students based on need, with preference to persons who were employees
of Quaker City Life Insurance Company at any time during the lifetime
of Mr. Deaver, and their spouses, parents, or children.
Theodore J. and F. Elizabeth Kirsch Southern California Scholarship Fund.
Awarded
to students who reside and attend public high school in the California
communities of San Jose, San Mateo, and Palm Desert. Both merit and
financial need are considered.
Frances B. and Paige D. L`Hommedieu Scholarship Fund.
Awarded to transfer students who complete the associate degree at a New
Jersey county college. Must be residents of New Jersey. Application
required; inquire at county college transfer office.
Casper Nannes Alumni Club of Washington, DC.
Awarded
to first-year students who reside in Washington, DC; Virginia; or
Maryland. Merit, financial need, and extracurricular activities are
considered.
National Achievement Scholarship.
Awarded
to first-year African-American students. Eligible students are selected
by the National Merit Corporation and must select Rutgers, The State
University of New Jersey, as their first-choice college.
National Guard Tuition Assistance.
Open
to a member of the New Jersey National Guard. Scholarship covers up to
12 credits of study per term, less other grants and scholarships.
National Merit Scholarship.
Awarded
to first-year students. Eligible students are selected by the
National Merit Corporation and must select Rutgers, The State
University of New Jersey, as their first-choice college.
Nonuniversity Scholarships.
Students
should be aware that a number of companies, unions, civic groups, and
other associations sponsor scholarships available to students at the
university. Some of these awards-such as the New Jersey Golf
Association Scholarships and the New Jersey Jaycee Scholarships-are
administered through Rutgers, and the Office of Financial Aid can
provide further information. Direct application to the sponsoring group
must be made in the case of many other awards; high school guidance
counselors may be able to assist students in exploring various
possibilities.
Office of University Undergraduate Admissions.
All
admitted students who apply for admission by the official admissions
deadline are automatically considered for merit awards administered by
the Office of University Undergraduate Admissions. Separate
applications forms are not required. All scholarships are renewable
unless otherwise stated. All recipients will be informed as to the
renewal eligibility requirements. Questions concerning these
scholarships may be directed to the Office of University Undergraduate
Admissions at 732/445-3770.
Patt Orino Nursing Scholarship.
For nontraditional students majoring in nursing who demonstrate financial need. Amount of award varies.
Outstanding Scholars Award.
We
participate in this program in partnership with the state of New
Jersey. This program recognizes the achievements of New Jersey`s most
outstanding high school students and encourages them to continue their
education in the state. Eligibility is based on SAT scores and rank in
class. The value of the scholarship is from $2,500 to $14,285. Further
information is available at http://admissions.rutgers.edu.
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Scholarships.
Students
enrolled in a transfer program at a New Jersey county college and
membership in the county college`s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
Additional requirements can be found at http://admissions.rutgers.edu.
Presidential Scholarship.
Awarded to the most outstanding first-year students based on academic merit and extracurricular activities.
Rutgers National Scholarships (non-New Jersey residents).
Outstanding
scholars from outside the state of New Jersey are considered for this
program. Eligibility is based on SAT scores and rank in class of at
least top 10 percent. The scholarship is for $5,000.
Rutgers University Award for Academic Achievement.
Awarded to first-year students of color.
University and College Scholarships.
A
number of university and college scholarships are made possible through
the generosity of alumni, clubs, professional organizations,
industries, private donors, and the university. Generally, these awards
are made on the basis of high academic achievement and financial need.
For information about these scholarships, contact the Office of
Financial Aid, Funds Management Section, Rutgers, The State University
of New Jersey, 620 George Street, Room 140, New Brunswick, NJ
08901-1175.
University College-Camden Scholarships.
University
College-Camden students are eligible for University College-Camden
scholarships funded by the contributions of alumni and friends. These
scholarships ordinarily cover tuition up to a maximum of 9 credits per
term and take into account the academic record of the student. Awards
are made at the discretion of the dean of the college.
Wal-Mart Competitive Edge Scholarship.
Awarded
to a first-year New Jersey resident majoring in computer science,
engineering, mathematics, or natural science. Merit, financial need,
and community service are considered.
Zonta Club of Greater Camden Scholarship Fund.
The
Zonta Club of Greater Camden has established this fund to assist in
defraying the tuition costs of a female student who has financial need
and who merits such aid because of her high academic average.
Additional information is available on the Internet. Also, contact the Office of Financial Aid.
