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Scholarships for First-time Students

All the scholarships listed below are awarded at the time of admission. Scholarships are based on full-time enrollment (12+ credit hours per term) and are awarded for fall and spring terms for eight consecutive semesters, or until graduation requirements are met -- whichever occurs first. To receive these scholarships, you must enroll the fall term immediately following high school graduation, unless otherwise noted. For information and questions regarding these scholarships, please contact the Office of Admissions (269) 387-2000.

Students eligible for multiple Scholarships for First-Time Students will be awarded the one of the highest value, unless otherwise noted.

The Dean's Scholarship
This is a merit-based award for students who compete in the Medallion Competition in January. Students must apply for Admission by Dec. 5, 2008.

The Medallion Scholarship Program
The University's brightest applicants are invited to compete for this renewable award at the Medallion Competition in January. Students must apply for Admission by Dec. 5, 2008.

The WMU Recognition Award
This renewable award is need- and merit-based. It was designed to help students offset the cost of housing.

The Provost Scholarship
This renewable award is for non-Michigan, U.S. residents. Students must meet merit-based criteria to be eligible.

Presidential Scholarship
This renewable award is for non-Michigan, U.S. residents. Selection is based on academic criteria.

Diversity & Multiculturalism Scholarship
This award for U.S. students was designed to encourage diversity on campus. Students are selected by a committee and the award may be renewed.

First Step Scholars Program
This renewable award was designed to help undocumented residents of Michigan earn a bachelor's degree.

TIP Scholarship
This need-based award is for students who are eligible for the Tuition Incentive Program, or TIP.It covers undergraduate tuition only, and may be renewed.

The John Seita Scholarship
This award covers undergraduate tuition only for students who have recently aged out of foster care. It may be renewed. Visit our Web site for additional information about WMU's Foster Youth and Higher Education Initiative and Dr. John Seita.