Arkansas Governor's Distinguished Scholars Program

Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE)

Amount: $10,000
Deadline: February 1
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

This highly prestigious scholarship recognizes Arkansas's most academically gifted high school seniors, providing substantial financial support for their undergraduate studies.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.5+
  • Arkansas resident
  • High school senior
  • Achieve a minimum 32 ACT or 1410 SAT score
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA
  • National Merit Finalist/Semifinalist, or other exceptional academic credentials

Required Materials

  • Online application (YOUniversal)
  • High school transcript
  • ACT/SAT scores
  • Essays
  • Letters of recommendation

Timeline

Applications typically open in Fall. Deadline February 1. Finalists interviewed in Spring.

Tips

Achieve top-tier GPA and test scores. Highlight leadership and extracurriculars. Prepare thoroughly for the interview if selected as a finalist.