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February 12, 2007
Seton Hill offers full-tuition scholarships
Seton Hill recently announced the creation of four full-tuition scholarships to be awarded to outstanding scholars who are entering as freshman students.
Four scholarships will be awarded annually, one in each of the following academic divisions based on the student’s intended area of study: Humanities, Visual and Performing Arts, Natural and Health Sciences, and Social Sciences.
For this academic year, students must complete the application process and be accepted to Seton Hill prior to March 1, 2007 to be considered for the scholarships. Winners will be notified by March 9th, 2007.
Criteria for the scholarships are as follows:
Division of Visual and Performing Arts: 1200 or higher combined SAT score, high school grade point average of 3.5 or higher (weighted), outstanding accomplishment and potential in the arts as evidenced by exemplary audition or portfolio review, record of participation and activity in the arts, and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or other arts professional. Consideration will also be given for advanced or Advanced Placement coursework and a record of leadership and community service. Majors in this division include Art, Art Therapy, Music, Music Therapy, and Theatre.
Division of Humanities: 1350 or higher combined SAT score, high school grade point average of 3.7 or higher (weighted), honors or Advanced Placement coursework pertinent to the major, demonstration of leadership or community service, a letter of recommendation that addresses the student’s ability to excel in the field of study, and an essay written by the student describing her/his decision to major in the field chosen. Majors in this division include Communication, English, History, Journalism/New Media, International Studies, Political Science, Religious Studies/Theology, and Spanish.
Division of Natural and Health Sciences: 1350 or higher combined SAT score, high school grade point average of 3.7 or higher (weighted), honors or Advanced Placement coursework pertinent to the major, demonstration of leadership or community service, a letter of recommendation that addresses the student’s ability to excel in the field of study, and an essay written by the student describing her/his decision to major in the field chosen. Majors in this division include Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Dietetics, Forensic Science, Mathematics, and Medical Technology.
Division of Social Sciences: 1300 or higher combined SAT score, high school grade point average of 3.7 or higher (weighted), honors or Advanced Placement coursework pertinent to the major, demonstration of leadership or community service, a letter of recommendation that addresses the student’s ability to excel in the field of study, and an essay written by the student describing her/his decision to major in the field chosen. Majors in this division include Accounting, Business, Criminal Justice, Family and Consumer Sciences, Hospitality and Tourism, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology.
For more information on the new Seton Scholars program at Seton Hill, please contact the Office of Admissions, at admit@setonhill.edu, or 1-800-826-6234.
Posted by AshleyHoffman at February 12, 2007 2:21 PM