Just wanted to start a place for people to share when they hear back from Scholars, that way everyone else can track when decisions are actually coming out. Post when you hear!
Does anyone know how many people are selected as finalists?
Not sure, just got my letter. Does anyone know if they will cover your travel expenses?
The RSVP link included in the email specified that 80 students were invited as finalists
Received the email at around lunchtime today. Pleasantly surprised!
I don’t believe travel expenses are covered. (you can always call them)
When deciding on a college to attend make sure to consider commuting expenses back and forth. There will be costs aside from tuition, room, and board. I believe this scholarship is for tuition only. Count on misc expenses like books, health insurance, and commuting to and from home.
For example take into account flight expenses if you are coming from out of town. Flights for thanksgiving and winter break, and summer will need to be planned in advance. If you plan to stay in town during those breaks then other arrangements need to be made.
It is my understanding 15 to 20 students are awarded this scholarship each year.
I’m assuming that the University scholars invitation is different than the Honors Event - Celebration of Excellence… is that correct?
@aimster888 Yes, they are very different!