Decorative graphic for National Merit and National Hispanic Recognition

Congratulations on being named a National Merit or National Hispanic Recognition finalist! Your commitment to academic excellence is something ɫ recognizes and holds in high regard. With a shared commitment to excellence, we believe it is of the utmost importance that you receive the opportunity to interact personally with experienced faculty who share similar values.


Scholarships

ɫ offers highly competitive scholarships to National Merit finalists and National Hispanic Recognition finalists in order to afford students the opportunity to pursue on-campus research, involvement and other interests.

  • Estimated value of $50,000 over four years, with eligibility
  • Good for four years with eligibility
  • Open to National Merit finalists and National Hispanic Recognition finalists

These scholarships can be applied to the following direct costs:

  • $10,000 toward tuition and fees per year
  • $10,000 toward on-campus room and board for your Freshman year

Requirements

What are the requirements to receive the ɫ National Merit scholarship?

  • Become a National Merit Finalist or a Finalist Scholar in the National Hispanic Recognition Program
  • Submit an application for admission to ɫ by April 1
  • National Merit Finalists: Designate ɫ as your number one school of choice with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by May 1
  • National Hispanic Recognition Finalists: Provide a copy of your certificate / notification letter from College Board to the Office of Financial Aid by May 1
  • Become fully admitted to ɫ in a degree-bound program by May 1 of your senior year
  • Enroll at ɫ as a new freshman student for the fall semester by May 1

Renewal

What are the renewal requirements for the ɫ National Merit Scholarship?

  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the conclusion of each semester of the academic year
  • Enroll in, and successfully complete, at least 15 credit hours each semester (Fall and Spring)
  • Note: If you have fewer than 24 hours remaining in your degree program, enrollment exceptions may be granted on an individual review based on a written request
  • Participate in one organization with your major or academic college and one organization through Student Involvement
  • Pre-register for classes for each fall semester by July 1, and each spring semester by December 1 of each year

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Why Wichita State?

Located in the educational, economic, health care and cultural center of Kansas, Wichita State provides endless opportunities for real-world training. ɫ partners with the community to provide more cooperative education and internship opportunities than all other schools in Kansas--combined.

  • Challenging Honors curriculum
  • New residential Honors College
  • Hands-on research and creative opportunities
  • ɫ graduates working in Kansas had highest rate of job placement and income in the state
  • Job placements include employers such as NASA, Spirit AeroSystems and Wesley Hospital's Pediatric Center
  • National Student Exchange and International Study Abroad offer opportunities to study near ancient ruins, experience fascinating cultures and enhance your college career by gaining a new perspective of the world

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Contact Your Admissions Representative

Anthony Ho
Admissions Representative
316-978-5489
anthony.ho@wichita.edu

Elsie Hernandez
Admissions Diversity Recruiter
316-978-5199
elsie.hernandez@wichita.edu

 

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