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Ball Sta+R[63]Cte University, IN
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
60%
Tuition
$9,624 in-state
$25,348 out-of-state
Eligibility For Public Schools
Unknown
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#187 in National Universities
Scholarships
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Legacy Scholarships are awarded to selected entering freshmen or currently enrolled students who are children or grandchildren of alumni in the Alumni Association. The scholarships are one-time, nonrenewable awards. Recipients must demonstrate success in academics and achievement to be awarded this scholarship. Last year 50 scholarships were awarded for $2,500 each.
Academic Recognition Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$15,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Academic Recognition Scholarship
Ball State?s Academic Recognition Scholarship qualifies eligible minority, out-of-state high school seniors who have maintained a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) for the equivalent of in-state tuition rates. This scholarship is worth more than $60,000 over the course of four years.
Ball State Scholars
Type
Automatic
Amount
$4,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Ball State Scholars Award
Selected outstanding high school seniors are awarded a Ball State Scholars Award. The award is open to in-state and out-of-state students. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Ball State Scholars Award, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Ball State Scholars
Type
Automatic
Amount
$14,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Ball State Scholars Award
Selected outstanding high school seniors are awarded a Ball State Scholars Award. The award is open to in-state and out-of-state students. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Ball State Scholars Award, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Beneficence Scholar Award
Type
Automatic
Amount
$4,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Ball State University's Beneficence Scholar Award is worth $18,000 over four years. This scholarship is awarded to Indiana-Ohio reciprocity recipients with outstanding academic achievement for a maximum eight semesters of undergraduate study and is renewable if your cumulative GPA is 3.0 or higher at the end of each academic year.
Cardinal Legacy Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Cardinal Legacy Scholarship
The Cardinal Legacy Awards program is designed to increase enrollment of well-prepared, highly motivated, non-resident students who are children or grandchildren of Ball State University alumni. The program will attract qualified freshmen and transfer students from out of state who would likely choose to remain in their home state to pursue a college education.
Distinction Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Distinction Scholarship
Selected outstanding high school seniors are awarded a Distinction Scholarship. The award is open to in-state and out-of-state students. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Ball State Scholars Award, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Distinction Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$12,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Distinction Scholarship
Selected outstanding high school seniors are awarded a Distinction Scholarship. The award is open to in-state and out-of-state students. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Ball State Scholars Award, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Elementary Education Scholarships
Type
Automatic
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Outstanding matriculating freshman who intend to major in Teacher Education and who apply for admission by the priority date of December 1 will automatically be considered for any available departmental scholarships. Those who are selected will receive a letter indicating the award. No additional application is required.
Ellison Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
Full Ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The Harold Ellison Scholarship is available only to first-time freshmen who have graduated from schools in Delaware County, Indiana. The scholarship pays for full tuition, room, and board at Ball State University. Applicants must be nominated by their high school guidance counselor and only if they have already been awarded the Ball State Presidential Scholarship. Students must demonstrate outstanding leadership, creativity, talent and academic achievement. Nomination forms are available from your guidance counselor.
Honors College And Honors Distinction Scholarships
Type
Automatic
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Honors College and Honors Distinction Scholarships
The Honors College and Honors Distinction Scholarships are given to a small number of new freshmen who have competed in the Whitinger Scholars competition.
Impact Grant
Type
Automatic
Amount
$12,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Impact Grant
Selected out-of-state high school seniors are awarded an Impact Grant. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Impact Grant, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Johnston Family Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1500
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Incoming freshman will be offered the Johnston Family Scholarship based on their admission is awarded to information, such as major/minor and GPA/test scores. Full-time incoming freshmen students entering the Miller College of Business with an academic index of 3.0 or higher.
Opportunity Grant
Type
Automatic
Amount
$10,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Opportunity Grant
Selected out-of-state high school seniors are awarded an Opportunity Grant. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Opportunity Grant, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Presidential Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$6,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Presidential Scholarship
Selected outstanding high school seniors are awarded a Presidential Scholarship. The award is open to in-state and out-of-state students. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Presidential Scholarship, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Presidential Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$14,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Presidential Scholarship
Selected outstanding high school seniors are awarded a Presidential Scholarship. The award is open to in-state and out-of-state students. This award pays for institutional charges for tuition, fees, and room and board. In certain circumstances, other financial aid you receive may result in your award being reduced. All financial aid you receive, when combined with the Presidential Scholarship, cannot exceed the total cost of attendance.
Residential Property Management Advisory Board Merit Endowment Scholarship
Type
Automatic
Amount
$2,500 (up to 3 years)
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
RPM Advisory Board Merit Endowment Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide the opportunity for outstanding students to pursue an academic degree in residential property management at Ball State University. Open to incoming freshmen who are majoring in residential property management (RPM). Annually, at least one scholarship in the amount of $2,500 will be awarded to an incoming freshman. This scholarship is renewable in that amount up to three additional years.
Academic Recognition Award Scholarship Opportunities For Minority Students
Type
Competitive
Amount
Out of State Tuition Waiver
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Academic Recognition Award Scholarship Opportunities for Minority Students: These awards allow qualified out-of-state minority students to pay the in-state tuition rate (does not include room and board, university technology fee, residence hall technology fee, coursed-based fees, or Health Center fee).
Edwards Memorial Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
To be considered for the Edwards Scholarship, you will need to have applied for admission to the university, declared a major within our department, and completed the following application procedures by February 15 of your senior year in high school.
Have completed MATH 165 (Calculus I) before leaving high school.
Have high school mathematics grades of B or above (with a majority of the grades being As) and have an overall high school grade point average of 3.5.
Complete the application form (PDF), including a 500-word essay explaining why you chose a major in the mathematical sciences department.
Have letters of recommendation from two current or former high school math teachers and your guidance counselor sent directly to the department.
Guardian Scholars Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to $2500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The Guardian Scholars Program is for Indiana residents attending Ball State who are either current or former foster youth. The program also provides a variety of postsecondary support and referral services to help you earn a bachelor?s degree at Ball State.
Each year (fall semester only), the program admits up to five incoming freshmen or transfer students who are pursuing their first bachelor?s degrees.
Each award will be up to $2,500 per year, which is renewable for up to four years. You can receive funding for the fall, spring, or summer semesters. The award amount cannot exceed the cost of attendance at Ball State.
Harry Watkins Minority Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Harry Watkins Minority Scholarship is awarded to Indiana resident who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrating high financial need.
John R. Emens And Aline B. Emens Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
John R. Emens and Aline B. Emens Scholarships are awarded to a high school senior who has actively participated in and provided leadership for academic and extracurricular activities in their high school and local communities.
Mildred Moore Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Applicants for the Mildred Moore Scholarship must demonstrate strong intellectual ability, high motivation, excellent personal standards, and meet the criteria listed below. This is a three year renewable scholarship for incoming freshman to Family and Consumer Sciences Department.
Miller Business Honors Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Tuition Plus
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The Miller Scholarship is an academic scholarship program developed to financially support and academically challenge top students to achieve at the highest levels. Open to incoming freshmen, the program offers a powerful and vibrant experience that's second to none
ROTC Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Army ROTC courses are among the best leadership development courses that you can take in college. At Ball State University, we offer a 24-credit-hour military science minor that will expand your experience in leadership, military history, field craft, small unit tactics, and confidence. When we evaluate applicants for ROTC scholarships, we look for character traits and demonstrated leadership, academic, and athletic performance. The most important things you can do is study and achieve good grades, participate as a leader in school and community organizations such as the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and 4-H, and develop your physical fitness by participating in varsity athletics, intramural sports, or organized sports.
Sandra K. And Robert J. Morris Nursing Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Dr. Bob and Mrs. Sandy Morris have announced the establishment of the Robert and Sandra Morris Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen students (starting in fall 2012) pursuing a major in the department of chemistry with an excellent academic record. It will be renewable for three years thus allowing a total of four years eligibility. A similar scholarship will be awarded in the nursing department.
Whitinger Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Ride
Required GPA
3.7
Required SAT
1380
Required Act
29
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The Whitinger Scholarship is the signature scholarship of the Honors College and is the most prestigious scholarship awarded by Ball State University. The Whitinger Scholars Program honors 10 unusually talented students each year. The award covers full tuition/fees and room and board and is renewable for a total of eight semesters, subject to annual review.
National Hispanic Scholarships
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
National Hispanic Scholarships, sponsored by Ball State University, are awarded each year to National Hispanic finalists who select Ball State as their first choice institution. The award is in the amount of a $5,000 unrestricted scholarship in addition to the Presidential Scholarship or Academic Recognition Award, if eligible.
National Merit Scholarships
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
National Merit Scholarships are awarded each year to National Merit finalists who select Ball State as their first choice institution. The award is in the amount of a $5,000 unrestricted scholarship in addition to the Presidential Scholarship or Academic Recognition Award, if eligible.
Presidential Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
$6,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The College of Fine Arts awards a limited number of performance-based Presidential Scholarships for students with strong academics and outstanding talent (portfolio of artwork).
Indiana residents will receive $6,000 a year for a four- year total of $24,000. Out-of-state students will receive $14,000 a year for a four-year total of $56,000.
The Presidential Scholarship is awarded for a maximum of eight semesters of undergraduate study provided the student maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Presidential Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
$14,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The College of Fine Arts awards a limited number of performance-based Presidential Scholarships for students with strong academics and outstanding talent (portfolio of artwork).
Indiana residents will receive $6,000 a year for a four- year total of $24,000. Out-of-state students will receive $14,000 a year for a four-year total of $56,000.
The Presidential Scholarship is awarded for a maximum of eight semesters of undergraduate study provided the student maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Presidential Scholarships In The Arts
Type
Talent
Amount
$4,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The Department awards 7-10 Presidential Scholarships in the Arts. These awards are half tuition waivers for either in-state or out-of-state students. Presidential Scholarships in the Arts are offered to those students with strong academic credentials and superior talent in their given area. To be eligible, a student must be accepted by Ball State University (regular or distinction basis) and be a declared Theatre and Dance major.
Presidential Scholarships In The Arts
Type
Talent
Amount
$12,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
The Department awards 7-10 Presidential Scholarships in the Arts. These awards are half tuition waivers for either in-state or out-of-state students. Presidential Scholarships in the Arts are offered to those students with strong academic credentials and superior talent in their given area. To be eligible, a student must be accepted by Ball State University (regular or distinction basis) and be a declared Theatre and Dance major.
School Of Music Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
A number of School of Music Scholarships are available and renewable over four years. These scholarships are based upon musicianship, academic record, and ensemble needs in the School of Music. All students auditioning for the School of Music during the scheduled on-campus audition dates are automatically considered for scholarships
Young Artist Awards
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
20-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 500-590
SAT Critical Reading 500-600
SAT Writing 480-580
Description
Young Artist Awards
Like other School of Music scholarships, you do not apply for Young Artist Awards. Each year, the School of Music selects a limited number of exceptional young musicians for these prestigious awards signifying outstanding merit. Young Artist Awards could range from several thousand dollars to full tuition. Qualifications, revealed through both the application and audition processes, are musical excellence demonstrated by dedication to music and promise of future artistic development, leadership potential evidenced by the ability to set and achieve goals at a high level, and academic distinction demonstrated by standing and SAT/ACT scores or comparable measures of academic ability.
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CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
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