University Scholarship
The University Scholarship is for National Merit Scholar finalists – and is valued at more than $83,000. This scholarship is for incoming WSU freshmen.
The award package for the University Scholarship includes:
- $10,000 per year for up to four years
- On-campus room (double occupancy) and board for up to four years
- Annual book allowance for four years
- One-time study abroad funding
- Laptop computer
National Merit Scholar finalists are encouraged to apply for admission to WSU by November 15 and participate in the Scholars Day program. For more information on the admission application process, visit www.admissions.wayne.edu or contact Undergraduate Admissions at (313) 577-3577.
The University Scholarship is part of the Honors College scholarship initiative. For further information on this and other scholarships offered, contact the Honors College.
Students are required to notify WSU of their National Merit Scholar finalist standing. Please visit the Honors College site for more information. Students also are encouraged to send notification of semi-finalist standing to the Honors College.
Scholarship awards are effective for the 2012-2013 academic year. Wayne State University offers and renews scholarships at its sole and absolute discretion; offers and renewals are contingent upon available funding and the continuation of the scholarship program. WSU students can receive only one Presidential Program scholarship. These include the University, Presidential, Gold, Green or Anthony Wayne scholarships. Students who have completed a bachelor's degree are not eligible for Presidential Program scholarships. Changes to a student's financial, housing or academic situation may result in adjustments to awards.