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Saint Mary Scholarships
The University of Saint Mary is committed to making your college experience an affordable one. USM was founded in the belief that a quality, private, Catholic education should be available to all, and our students are admitted based on their academic talents—not the depths of their pockets.
To that end, the university awards a number of academic scholarships to high school graduates and transfer students who demonstrate a high level of accomplishment and potential. Many recipients are selected on the basis of high school and college records and ACT or SAT scores. Some scholarships require demonstration of leadership and service. They are awarded on a one-year basis and are renewable.
| Award |
Basis for Consideration |
Jubilee Scholarship
Full
Tuition
(Full-time
day enrollment)
(on campus residents
only) |
Nominated first-year student. Must meet 2 of the 3
minimum criteria: a 3.6 high school cumulative GPA,
a 26 ACT score and/or a class rank in the top 10%
of his/her class.
|
Saint Mary Presidential
Scholarship
(Full-time day enrollment)
$48,000 (over four years)
$12,000 (renewable annually) |
Entering
first-year student. Based on
high school GPA and ACT or
SAT scores. (Recipients have
an average
ACT of 25 & GPA of 3.97). All
students will be given consideration
upon completion of admission application.
|
Saint
Mary Dean's
Scholarship
(Full-time
day enrollment)
$44,000 (over four years)
$11,000 (renewable annually) |
Entering
first-year student. Based on
high school GPA and ACT or
SAT scores. (Recipients have
an average
ACT of 21 & GPA of 3.36). All
students will be given consideration
upon completion of admission application.
|
Saint Mary Honor
Scholarship
(Full-time
day enrollment)
$40,000 (over four years)
$10,000 (renewable annually) |
Entering first-year student. Based on high school GPA
and ACT or SAT scores. (Recipients have an average
ACT of 19 & GPA of 3.02). All
students will be given consideration
upon completion of admission application.
|
Saint Mary Grant
$32,000
(over four years)
$8,000
(renewable annually) |
Entering first-year student. Based on high school GPA and ACT
or SAT scores. All students will be given consideration upon
completion of admission application. (Full-time day enrollment) |
Saint Mary Transfer
Scholarship
(Full-time
day enrollment)
$4,500 - $7,500
(renewable annually) |
Entering transfer student. Based on cumulative college
GPA. (Minimum cumulative college GPA for scholarship
consideration is a 2.5). All students will be given
consideration upon completion of admission application.
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| Award |
Basis for Consideration |
Sister Joanna Bruner Nursing Scholarship
All Educational Expenses, including tuition and fees and room and board
(Full-time residential day enrollment)
(Renewable annually. One award available) |
Open to new, existing, or transfer nursing students; must be accepted to USM's Bachelor of Science-Nursing program; must be working on first bachelor's degree; must live on campus; must demonstrate financial need by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid; must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0; preference given to candidates from foster care or residential care agencies or those who have attended Cristo Rey Kansas City, Mott Haven Academy, or Ozanam.
Apply for the Joanna Bruner Nursing Scholarship |
Antoinette Berkel Memorial Scholarship
$5,000
(Full-time residential day enrollment)
(Renewable annually. One award available) |
The Antoinette Berkel Memorial Scholarship is a $5,000 renewable tuition assistance scholarship for a student accepted and enrolled at the University of Saint Mary. This scholarship is based on academic performance, financial need, and demonstrated community involvement. Preference will be given to students who have attended Catholic high schools.
Apply for the Antoinette Berkel Memorial Scholarship |
| Award |
Basis for Consideration |
Saint Vincent de Paul Service Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually. Multiple awards available)
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Demonstrated and consistent history of Christian leadership through community leadership and ministry; a 3.0 GPA or equivalent in high school or a 2.5 transfer GPA. Recipients must act as a representative for the campus ministry, participate in ministry events, and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Apply for the Saint Vincent de Paul Award |
Spirit of Service Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
For students majoring in math and science; 21 ACT score or 2.5
transfer GPA.
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
| The George F. Steger Scholarship $1,500
(Full-time day enrollment) (Renewable annually) |
For incoming USM freshmen or transfer students who have
declared history, political science, or global studies as their major. Applicants also must have a minimum ACT score of 26 or be in the top 10 percent of
the class, have a 3.2 GPA or better, and take at least one history or political science course each
academic year. To keep the scholarship for additional years, the student must maintain a 3.0 GPA
each semester and not earn a grade below a C in any history or political science course. Contact Ken Wuerzbergerwith USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
| Healthcare Informatics Award $1,000
(Full-time day enrollment) (Renewable annually) |
For students who wish to major in Healthcare Informatics; 2.75 GPA
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
| Information Systems & Technology Award $1,000
(Full-time day enrollment) (Renewable Annually) |
Students must have a 2.75 GPA and be majoring in Information
Technology
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
| Chemistry Program Award $1,000
(Full-time day enrollment) (Renewable Annually) |
Minimum of 25 on the Math ACT; enrollment in CH 121; must be in
chemistry or on the pre-professional health track
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
Math Program Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment) (Renewable Annually) |
Minimum of 27 on the Math ACT; must be a Math major
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
Biology Program Award $1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
Must have a minimum score of 19 on the Math ACT; must be majoring in
biology or on the pre-professional track; must sit for an interview.
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
Business, Accounting & Sport Management Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
Must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be involved in related non-athletic
extra-curricular activities; minimum of 21 on the ACT
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
Education Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
Must have a 3.0 high school or 2.75 transfer GPA
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
English Award
$500-$2,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
Award based on portfolio submission in various genres
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
Psychology Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
Must have a high school GPA of 3.3 or a transfer GPA of 3.0; must
maintain a 3.5 in psych classes; minimum ACT of 24
Contact Ken Wuerzberger with USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
Criminology Award
$1,000
(Full-time day enrollment)
(Renewable annually) |
Must have a high school GPA of 3.3 or a transfer GPA of 3.0; must
maintain a 3.5 in criminology classes; minimum ACT of 24
Contact Ken Wuerzbergerwith USM admissions for info
or to apply. |
| Award |
Basis for Consideration |
Fine Arts Awards
(Art, Music, and Theatre)
|
Undergraduates with outstanding performance/ability and
good academic standing. To apply the student must audition or present a portfolio of his/her work.
(Full-time day enrollment)
Varies
Contact
the Fine Arts Department. |
Athletic Awards
(Baseball, Men's and
Women's Basketball,
Football, Men's and
Women's Soccer, Softball & Volleyball)
|
Undergraduates with outstanding athletic talent and
academic good standing.
(Full-time day enrollment)
Varies
Contact
the Athletic
Department or the
coach of your sport. |
Kansas Comprehensive Grants and State Scholarships
Kansas comprehensive grants are available for full-time undergraduate Kansas students. The average award in 2009 was $3,000. The exact value is based on financial need and availability of funds; priority is given to those who apply by April 1.
Kansas State Scholarships are available for Kansas high school graduates who rank high in their classes and receive high scores on the ACT or SAT. The award is based on financial need. The priority date for application is March 15 for the following academic year.
Student Employment
Saint Mary offers part-time employment to help offset educational, living,
and social expenses. Positions are available in the gym, offices, laboratories,
library, reception desks, and switchboard. Assignments are based
on the student’s total financial package. Few students find it desirable
to work more than eight to ten hours a week. Earnings range from $800 to $1,500
for the year.
Federal Pell Grants
The Pell Grant Program is a federal aid program designed to provide financial assistance to those who need it to attend college. Pell Grants are direct aid which the student is not required to repay. To qualify for these awards, students must demonstrate financial need as well as promise of academic success. A direct application is required. Authorized maximum awards for 2010 were $5,500.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
These federal grants are available for students who have high financial need. Amounts usually range from $600 to $1,500. |
