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University Scholarships and
Awards
Scholarships are another form of financial assistance. Many
organizations offer scholarships based on a variety of criteria, such as: area of study,
academic or athletic ability, residence, or need. Possible sources include the Eagles,
Elks, Rotary Clubs, Kiwanis, Lions, Knights of Columbus, unions and churches. If you are a
high school senior, check with your high school guidance counselor for additional
sponsors. Scholarship information is
also available via the internet. You may find the following web sites helpful:
The
LHU Foundation Scholarship Program
Lock Haven University also provides scholarships to help our students supplement the
cost of education.
The Lock Haven University Foundation coordinates and administers more than 80 scholarship
funds which provide awards to at least 150 students annually. The majority of these
scholarships are for students who are already enrolled at Lock Haven University of
Pennsylvania and are upperclassmen.
The Foundation administers two additional programs: one specifically for incoming freshmen,
and one for transfer students.
Detailed
descriptions of the scholarships
are listed here.
Board of Governor's Scholarship
Award: Up to full
tuition
Requirements:
This scholarship, which is
for Pennsylvania residents with
high academic achievement in high school,
is used to promote diversity and to
recruit students with special
talents. Entering freshmen meeting these
requirements will
be invited
to apply for this award. This four-year
program requires maintenance of a
pre-determined grade point average.
Note:
The above requirements qualify a
student to apply for the scholarship.
Selection of BOG winners is based on the
most eligible candidates.
APSCUF Scholarships
Lock Haven University's Association of Pennsylvania State College and University
Faculty and the state organization sponsors scholarships for freshmen. Contact the
Lock Haven University Foundation Office for details.
Dean Scholarship for Transfer Students
Prerequisites for application include: at least 30 transferable credits at the time of
acceptance, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Transfer credits and cumulative
averages are determined in the admissions process.
For further information about this scholarship, contact your admissions
counselor.
Athletic Grants-In-Aid
Outstanding student athletes involved in intercollegiate NCAA Division I and II sports may
receive grants-in-aid administered by the Lock Haven University Foundation. The
scholarship varies by sport, and the student-athlete must be recommended for a
grant-in-aid by the Lock Haven University coach of that particular sport. Scholarships for
athletes include these sports:
Division I
Men and Women |
Division II
Men |
Division II
Women |
Field Hockey
(W)
Wrestling (M)
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Baseball
Basketball
Cross-Country
Football
Soccer
Track and Field |
Basketball
Cross-Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Track and Field
Volleyball |
To obtain more information about applying for athletic grants-in-aid, contact either
the head coach of the particular sport or the Department of Athletics at
570-484-2102.
Lock Haven University Foundation
Academic Achievement Scholarship Program for Incoming Freshmen
Presidential Scholars Program
The Presidential Scholars Program, established in 1983 to recognize superior academic
achievement and leadership, has provided talented students with generous financial awards
each year. This is a competitive opportunity and is available to first-semester freshmen
who have received a combined SAT score of at least 1270 or rank in the top fifth of their
class. The Presidential Scholarship Program offers:
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Opportunity to participate in the Honors
Program.
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$2,000 per academic year;
$1,000 allocated each semester for 8 semesters.
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Campus employment in the honors program.
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A prestigious credential for your academic resume.
Recipients are required to:
The Academic Honors Scholarship
The Academic Honors Scholarship Program, established in 1995 to recognize excellent
academic performance, provides financial aid to 20 freshmen. This opportunity is available
to incoming freshmen who have a combined SAT score of at least 1100 or rank in the top
fifth of their class. The Academic Honors Program offers:
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Opportunity to participate in the Honors Program.
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$1,000 for the freshman year;
$500 allocated each semester.
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Campus employment in the honors program.
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A prestigious credential for your academic resume.
Note: Each year 5 Academic Honors Scholarships are offered to returning honors
students.
Recipients are required to:
Application and Determination
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Apply and receive acceptance to Lock Haven University through the admissions office.
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Invitations to apply and application forms are mailed to qualified students for both the
Academic Honors & Presidential Scholarships from the Honors Program.
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Return the completed forms and required documentation.
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Applications are reviewed, evaluated and ranked.
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Offers are made to students with a specific response date requirement.
For additional information about Foundation awards and scholarships, and to apply,
please contact the Lock Haven University Foundation Office at 570-484-2293.
Post Graduate Assistance
The Office of Career Services helps Lock Haven University students who plan on pursuing
graduate or professional study identify grants, loans, fellowships, and assistantships
which may help defray their future expenses.
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