Merit Scholarships

rymugsy
Tue, 30 Jul 2013 22:14:08 +0000

I’m a rising senior and trying to finalize my college list! I’m lucky in that my parents make enough money that we will not qualify for aid, and they will be able to afford full tuition if push came to shove, but I’d like to lessen the burden as much as possible and also potentially save for grad school! So I’m looking into possible merit scholarship options.

My stats:
4.0/4.6, most rigorous courseload, school doesn’t rank
1600/2300 SAT
800 Lit/ 790 US history/ 790 Biology M SAT IIs
5s on 4 AP tests
very involved in speech/debate, state/national awards, varsity athlete, 500 community service hours, student council
CA resident

I’m looking for a college with school spirit, ideally in or near a city, I am undecided on major so some flexibility with major considerations is a plus. Currently, I’m searching choices that offer merit scholarships that I’d be competitive for or that I’d be automatically guaranteed.

The Jefferson Scholars program at Virginia and Emory Scholars program both look incredible, but also are unfortunately incredibly difficult to win! I’m also aware that I’d be competitive for a few scholarships at USC (legacy) and automatically guaranteed some at U of Alabama, but any other options/suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Also advice on random schools to apply to as matches/safeties would be great!

Thank you!