A cumulative GPA of 3.5 is required. The student must carry a minimum of 15 credit hours per semester. The basic goal of the Wiley Branton Scholarship is to create an opportunity for students who exhibit exemplary academic achievement and exceptional leadership abilities in the social and physical sciences. It will provide sustained financial support for the scholar for a maximum of four years contingent upon sustained exceptional performance. Amount of the award is contingent upon availability of funds.
Preference is given to entering freshmen.
This scholarship is awarded to a worthy UAPB student with a GPA of 2.85 or above. Student must demonstrate financial need. This award is sponsored by an endowment through the University Foundation by a unitrust donated by the estate of the late Charles and Nadine Baum of Fayetteville, Arkansas.