Stupid question: How exactly do merit scholarships work?

<p>Thanks. I think I understand how it works now.</p>

<p>@mom2collegekids: My SAT is a 2340 (740 CR, 800 M/W), my ACT composite is a 35 (34 E, 35 M/W/S), and my GPA is a 3.77 unweighted. Are applicants automatically considered for these scholarships or do I have to go through a separate application process to be eligible?</p>