For information about the following scholarships, please see Dr. Richard Henson, Assistant Dean. Awardees had an SAT average of 1240, ranging from 1060 to 1370, and a grade point average of 3.88, ranging from 3.53 to 4.00. The Scholarship Committee considers such factors as scholastic aptitude, maturity, and quality of character which project a high probability of academic excellence. Continued eligibility requires that the student maintains a grade point average of 3.25 and majors in one of the departments of the College. At the end of each academic year, students continuing the scholarship will be required to submit statements of academic plans for the following year.
Scholarships are available to freshmen and transfer students.
An essay and an interview are required. The deadline for applying for this scholarship is December 9, 1999. Students who wish to be considered for the scholarship should complete the scholarship application form provided in the admissions packet or available online . This endowed scholarship is established as a memorial to Richard A. Thomas. The scholarship guidelines specify that applicants must demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support and that a financial aid form must be on file.