JMU - Prospective Freshmen Scholarships
Scholarship Information for prosective students
Thank you for your interest in scholarship opportunities at James Madison University. As you review this web site, please contact us if you have any questions. We are here to help you identify the resources you need.
The Centennial Scholars Program
James Madison University has developed a new program to lower the barrier of financing the cost of higher education for qualified under-represented students who would not be able to enroll at a four-year institution for financial reasons. The program provides a financial aid package that covers the full billable cost to attend JMU in the form of grants. These funds cover tuition, fees, room and board for a maximum of four years for freshman, and two years for transfer students and graduate students. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/centscholars/index.html for more information.
Thomas and Karyn Dingledine Scholarship for Achievement in Academics and Service
Early action freshman applicants are invited to apply for merit-based awards through the Dingledine Scholarship Program. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/admissions/scholarships/dingledine.shtml for more information.
Madison Achievement Scholarships
The Madison Achievement Scholarships are merit-based awards which recognize a broad spectrum of accomplishment and potential. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/admissions/scholarships/madison.shtml for more information.
Second Century Scholars Scholarship Program
Freshman students enrolling in one of the designated STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs may qualify to be recognized as Second Century Scholars and receive scholarship support. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/jmuweb/academics/STEM/second-century-scholarships.shtml for more information.
Sarah Lanier Tabb Oliver Scholarship
This scholarship assists female students who, for financial reasons, would not be able to attend JMU. If you are a high school senior, resident of Virginia, and have substantial financial need, the Interest Form for the entering Fall 2012 class will be available this upcoming fall. The application period for the 2011-12 award year has ended, applicants and recipients will be notified of their status.
Foundation Scholarships
Some departments offer scholarships to entering freshmen. You can explore these JMU Foundation Scholarships through our web site. We have organized these awards by college or other university subdivision. Select the college or division of your choice, review selection criteria, and contact the designated department for information regarding application procedures. These academic units will not utilize your application for admission for scholarship selection purposes. Application requirements may differ among departments.
Please note that your receipt of scholarship funds may reduce your eligibility for need based financial aid.
Departmental Scholarships
Some departments award scholarships from internal resources. You can review a partial list of Departmental Scholarships through this web site. For complete information regarding the availability of institutional funds in your field of interest, contact the department of your selected major. Be aware that your department may not fund internal scholarships.
Please note that your receipt of scholarship funds may reduce your eligibility for need based financial aid.
Private Scholarships
You may wish to explore Outside Scholarship opportunities to assist with your educational expenses at JMU. Private scholarships can originate from any non JMU source.
If you receive a private scholarship, complete an online Supplemental Information Sheet to inform the financial aid office regarding your good fortune. Please do not use this form for scholarships awarded to you by JMU. According to state and federal regulations, we must consider outside sources of financial assistance when awarding aid.
The Centennial Scholars Program
James Madison University has developed a new program to lower the barrier of financing the cost of higher education for qualified under-represented students who would not be able to enroll at a four-year institution for financial reasons. The program provides a financial aid package that covers the full billable cost to attend JMU in the form of grants. These funds cover tuition, fees, room and board for a maximum of four years for freshman, and two years for transfer students and graduate students. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/centscholars/index.html for more information.
Thomas and Karyn Dingledine Scholarship for Achievement in Academics and Service
Early action freshman applicants are invited to apply for merit-based awards through the Dingledine Scholarship Program. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/admissions/scholarships/dingledine.shtml for more information.
Madison Achievement Scholarships
The Madison Achievement Scholarships are merit-based awards which recognize a broad spectrum of accomplishment and potential. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/admissions/scholarships/madison.shtml for more information.
Second Century Scholars Scholarship Program
Freshman students enrolling in one of the designated STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs may qualify to be recognized as Second Century Scholars and receive scholarship support. Visit http://www.jmu.edu/jmuweb/academics/STEM/second-century-scholarships.shtml for more information.
Sarah Lanier Tabb Oliver Scholarship
This scholarship assists female students who, for financial reasons, would not be able to attend JMU. If you are a high school senior, resident of Virginia, and have substantial financial need, the Interest Form for the entering Fall 2012 class will be available this upcoming fall. The application period for the 2011-12 award year has ended, applicants and recipients will be notified of their status.
Foundation Scholarships
Some departments offer scholarships to entering freshmen. You can explore these JMU Foundation Scholarships through our web site. We have organized these awards by college or other university subdivision. Select the college or division of your choice, review selection criteria, and contact the designated department for information regarding application procedures. These academic units will not utilize your application for admission for scholarship selection purposes. Application requirements may differ among departments.
Please note that your receipt of scholarship funds may reduce your eligibility for need based financial aid.
Departmental Scholarships
Some departments award scholarships from internal resources. You can review a partial list of Departmental Scholarships through this web site. For complete information regarding the availability of institutional funds in your field of interest, contact the department of your selected major. Be aware that your department may not fund internal scholarships.
Please note that your receipt of scholarship funds may reduce your eligibility for need based financial aid.
Private Scholarships
You may wish to explore Outside Scholarship opportunities to assist with your educational expenses at JMU. Private scholarships can originate from any non JMU source.
If you receive a private scholarship, complete an online Supplemental Information Sheet to inform the financial aid office regarding your good fortune. Please do not use this form for scholarships awarded to you by JMU. According to state and federal regulations, we must consider outside sources of financial assistance when awarding aid.
DELIVER funds in a timely and equitable manner; and EDUCATE, so that informed financial decisions can be made.
Contact Information:
Warren Hall
MSC 3519
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
540-568-7820 (phone)
540-568-7994 (fax)
scholarships@jmu.edu
Susan K. Moyers
Associate Director for Grants & Scholarships
Email: moyerssk@jmu.edu
Steven Cox
Assistant Director for Scholarships
Email: coxsn@jmu.edu
Vivian Ferris
Scholarship Coordinator
Email: ferrisvl@jmu.edu
Publisher:
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
For Information Contact:
Vivian Ferris
James Madison University
Warren Hall , MSC 3519
Phone: (540) 568-7820
Fax: (540) 568-7994
Last Modified: 9/18/2013
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