However their desire to enroll is often mitigated by financial considerations. My thanks goes out to the Class of 1951 for this wonderful gift, they are the ones that make it possible for a number of students to attend the University. The Merit Awards Program recognizes and encourages exceptional academic ability and talent. Scholarship winners are among the most outstanding students at UNCG and their achievements enrich and enhance the University. Merit Scholars are chosen primarily on the basis of superior scholastic and personal achievement.
Awards are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study.