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Merit Scholarships for 20010-11
Each year Hood College awards more than $6 million in merit-based scholarships. Hood is committed to rewarding the academic success of new students entering full-time undergraduate study. To that end, we have created a rich variety of academic scholarships for first-year students entering from high school as well as for students transferring from other colleges. Hood College reserves the right to modify or amend these scholarships at any time.
Applying for Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded to first-year students based on an evaluation of their high school record and course load, SAT or ACT scores, and personal achievements. Transfer scholarships are awarded based on students’ prior college record and personal achievements. Overall academic performance, specific academic achievements, leadership and participation in school and community activities are important factors in awarding scholarships to both freshmen and transfer students.Applying for merit scholarships couldn't be easier—students admitted to Hood are automatically considered for merit scholarships, except the Honors Program Scholarship, the Hodson-Gilliam Diversity Scholarship, and the Hood Heritage Scholarship which require separate applications. Some of the scholarships do have application deadlines, as noted. Priority for other scholarships is given to students who have completed their application by February 15, 2009. Most scholarships are renewable for up to four years, and some require a minimum G.P.A. for their renewal.
First-Year Students’ Scholarship Programs
Honors Program Scholars - $19,000 per year
First-year students who are admitted to the Honors Program are eligible to receive an Honors Scholarship. If they have been awarded another Hood scholarship prior to admission to the Honors Program, this award will replace the other scholarship. Students must apply for admission to the Honors Program, and are chosen on a competitive basis. The Honors Program application may be completed online. Priority will be given to those students who apply by February 15, 2009.Hodson Trust Scholarship - $17,000 per year
First-year students who have the highest academic profiles and have shown leadership in school and community activities are awarded the Hodson Trust Scholarship. The recipients of these scholarships will be applicants with superior academic achievement, above average SAT or ACT scores and leadership in extracurricular activities. These scholarships are made possible through support from the Hodson Trust.Presidential Scholarship - $15,000 per year
Presidential Scholarships are awarded to first-year students with exceptional academic records, academic potential, citizenship and extracurricular achievement.Trustee, Dean’s and Achievement Academic Scholarships – $6,000 to $13,000 per year
These scholarships are awarded to incoming first-year students with high academic ability and proven leadership in school and community activities.Hodson-Gilliam Diversity Scholarship - $2,000 per year
The Hodson-Gilliam Diversity Scholarship recognizes students who have a sincere interest in developing a diverse student body. The $2,000 scholarship is awarded in addition to any academic Hood scholarship previously awarded (Hodson Trust, Presidential, Trustee, Dean’s, Achievement). Students of all ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to complete an application and include an essay explaining how they are involved in creating a diverse environment. All Hodson-Gilliam Scholarship applications must be received in the Hood College Office of Admission no later than February 2, 2009. Late applications will not be considered.Members of National Honor Society (NHS) Scholarship
First-year students who are inducted into the NHS in high school are guaranteed at least $10,000 in Hood College academic scholarships. Students must provide documentation of NHS membership by February 15, 2009, to be eligible.Transfer Student Scholarships
Joseph H. Apple Scholarship - $10,000 per year
Awarded to incoming full-time transfer students who demonstrate the highest academic achievement and leadership in college.Hood Merit Scholarship - $2,500 to $7,000 per year
Awarded to incoming full-time transfer students who have demonstrated strong academic achievement in college.Members of Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship - $2,000 per year
Awarded to incoming full-time transfer students who are Phi Theta Kappa members. The PTK Scholarship is in addition to an Apple Scholarship or a Hood Merit Scholarship that may be earned by an incoming transfer student.Other Scholarships
Hodson Trust Star Scholarship - full tuition
Hood College has a special program in conjunction with the Hodson Trust to provide a full-tuition scholarship to any veteran of military service in Afghanistan on or after October 24, 2001 or Iraq since March 19, 2003. The Hodson Trust Star Scholarship will provide full-tuition and fees plus funds for books (a total of $26,600 in 2007-08).The scholarship will be applicable to Maryland residents. Applicants must apply for appropriate federal and state financial aid by submitting the FAFSA. The Hodson Star Scholarship will meet the full fees mentioned above in conjunction with any state or federal grants for which the recipient proves to be eligible. Applicants should also note that the state of Maryland has a special scholarship through MHEC for veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq.
Potential applicants should contact the Office of Financial aid, and copies of military service records will be required.
Family Tuition Plan
The Family Tuition Plan enables two or more members of the same family to pay reduced tuition costs. For these purposes, a family is defined as mother, father and dependent children. Under the Family Tuition Plan, one member of the family enrolls as a full-time undergraduate student and pays full-time undergraduate tuition. Other family members enrolling at the College will receive a 25 percent reduction in tuition, graduate and undergraduate, whether they are full-time students or part-time students.All students admitted under the Family Tuition Plan must meet the regular admissions standards of the College, as appropriate. The Family Tuition Plan applies to tuition only and does not apply to board or other fees. As long as one member of the family is paying full undergraduate tuition, the Family Tuition Plan is in effect. The Plan is also applicable to the Summer Session if one member of the family is enrolled for at least 6 credits of undergraduate study.