Freshman Scholarships
Scholarships of Prestige
Deadline: February 1, 2008
| Award | Amount | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| Chancellor's Leadership Council (CLC) | $4300 per academic year for tuition, books, and/or fees, a new laptop computer, as well as a four-bedroom apartment at Sebastian Commons | 25+ composite ACT score, 3.25 cumulative GPA, plus demonstration of strong leadership and academic performance Apply Here |
| Boreham Engineering Scholarship | $4300 per academic year for tuition, books, and/or fees, a new laptop computer, and an optional $2000 Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver | 27+ composite ACT score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, and a major in either mechanical or electrical engineering Apply Here |
| First Bank Corp. Scholarship | $4300 per academic year for tuition, books, and/or fees, a new laptop computer, and an optional $2000 Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver | 27+ composite ACT score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, and a major in a degree program in the College of Business Apply Here |
Merit Scholarships
The Application for Admission serves as the application for these scholarships. There is no deadline, but they are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the Scholarship Calculator to see what you may qualify for.
The scores below can vary, so these are the averages needed to receive these scholarships.
| Award | Amount | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Distinction Scholarship | $3000 per academic year | *Average ACT score of 27 plus a GPA of 3.87 |
| Academic Excellence Scholarship | $2200 per academic year | *Average ACT score of 24 plus a GPA of 3.51 |
| Academic Opportunity Scholarship | $1000 per academic year | *Average ACT score of 21 plus a GPA of 3.21 |
National Science Foundation Scholarship
UA Fort Smith is among a select group of colleges and universities that offer National Science Foundation Scholarships. This scholarship is available to all full-time students pursuing a degree in:
- Math
- Engineering
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Information Technology
- Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)
- Graphic Design
- Electronics Technology

