At William Woods University, our goal is to help you receive as much financial assistance as you need, as well as to help you utilize your own resources. We believe that a college education is the best investment you can make.
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Merit Award |
Annual Amount |
Requirements to Apply and for Renewal |
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Amy Shelton
McNutt Scholar
(1 award) |
75% of room,
board, & tuition |
ACT of 31 or SAT of 1360 and weighted or un-weighted minimum GPA of 3.7. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a WWU minimum GPA of 3.5 are required for renewal. |
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WWU Merit
Scholar
(Unlimited) |
Full Tuition
Residential
or Commuter |
ACT of 32 or SAT of 1410 and a cumulative weighted or un-weighted minimum GPA of 3.6 or be a National Merit Finalist. Transcripts and verification only. No interview required. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a WWU minimum GPA of 3.5 are required for renewal. |
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Distinguished
Scholar
(Unlimited) |
$16,850
Residential
$14,350
Commuter |
ACT of 30 or SAT of 1320 and a cumulative weighted or un-weighted minimum GPA of 3.5 are required. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a WWU minimum GPA of 3.4 are required for renewal. |
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Honors Scholar Merit Award
(20 Awards) |
$12,000
Residential
$9,500
Commuter |
ACT of 27 or SAT of 1210 and a cumulative weighted or un-weighted minimum GPA of 3.5. Must agree to participate in the Honors Program. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a WWU minimum GPA of 3.5 and required for renewal. |
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Trustee Scholar
(unlimited) |
$11,000 Resident
$8,500
Commuter
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ACT of 28-29 or SAT of 1240 and a cumulative weighted or un-weighted minimum GPA of 3.2. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a WWU minimum 3.2 GPA are required for REnewal.
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Presidential Scholar |
$10,000
Resident
$7,500 Commuter |
ACT of 27 or SAT of 1210 and a cumulative weighted or un-weighted minimum GPA of 3.2. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a WWU minimum GPA of 3.2 are required for renewal. |
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Phi Theta Kappa
Scholar
(unlimited) |
$9,000
Residential
$6,500
Commuter |
Available for transfer students. Applicants must have a minimum of 30 transferable credit hours, a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.5 and be in good standing with Phi Theta Kappa. Preference is give to applicants who apply by March 1. This award may not be combined with any other WWU award. Successful completion of the LEAD program and a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 are required for renewal. |
Scholarship and Award Programs
- The following scholarships require satisfactory academic progress for renewal.
- For students submitting a SAY score, WWU only considers the critical reading and math components to determine eligibility.
- Students may choose TWO of the following scholarships
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LEAD Program |
$5,000
Residential
$2,500
Commuter |
This award is automatically available to first time WWU students. An annual accumulation of 45 points (resident) or 28 points (commuter) is required for renewal. For more information about the LEAD award, visit TheWoods.edu/LEAD. |
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Academic
Excellence |
$5,000 |
Automatically awarded to those who have an ACT of 30 or SAT of 1320-1350 or who graduated 1st or 2nd in class or who are ranked in the top 5% of class. |
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$4,000 |
Automatically awarded to those who have an ACT of 28-29 or SAT of 1240-1310 or are in the top 10% of class. |
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$3,000 |
Automatically awarded to those who have an ACT of 25-27 or SAT of 1130-1230 or are in the top 20% of class. |
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$2,000 |
Automatically awarded to those who have an ACT of 23-24 or SAT of 1060-11120 or are in the top 30% of class. |
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Academic Performance |
$1,000- $5,000 |
Submitted Application prior to March 1.Open to transfer students. Intended major in Communications, Graphic Art or Graphic Design, Performing Arts or Theatre, Studio Art or Art Education or Equestrian Science. |
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Disciples of Christ Grant |
Half Tuition |
Applicants whose parent is an ordained minister in good standing with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). A letter from the regional ministry is required. |
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Athlete
Award |
Varies |
Available to students who demonstrate athletic talent and skills. Contact Athletics, at TheWoods.edu/Athletics. Awards are available in basketball, baseball, cross country, track and field, golf, soccer, softball, and women's volleyball. |
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Transfer Award |
$3,000 |
Automatically awarded to eligible transfer students who have a cumulative minimum 3.0 GPA and who have successfully completed a minimum of 12 credit hours. This award may only be combined with the LEAD award or Legacy Award. Must remain in good academic standing with WWU. |
Students must work with their admissions representative to determine possible eligibility for these additional institutional awards. |
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Legacy Award |
$1,000 |
Automatically awarded to siblings concurrently attending WWU or to a student who is a dependent child of a WWU grandparent, parent or sibling. |
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A+ Award |
$1,000 |
Automatically awarded upon receipt of certified transcripts from a Missouri A+ designated high school. |
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Scholar Athlete Award |
Varies |
Automatically awarded to students who demonstrate athletic talent and skills, participate in a sport, and have achieved an ACT of 27 or SAT of 1210. |
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WWU Spirit Award |
$1,000 |
Available to students selected for the WWU Cheer Squad. Awards are based on try-outs. |
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