Estimate potential merit-based scholarship amounts based on your GPA, test scores, and other academic factors. Get an idea of what scholarships you might qualify for.
Scholarship calculators estimate potential merit-based scholarship amounts using your academic credentials, primarily your GPA and standardized test scores (SAT or ACT). Many colleges and universities use similar criteria to award automatic merit scholarships to incoming students. These calculators provide estimates based on typical scholarship ranges and should not be considered official offers.
The actual scholarship amount you receive may vary based on additional factors such as your intended major, extracurricular activities, leadership experience, essay quality, and the specific institution's available funding. Always complete the full application process and submit required documents like the FAFSA for official scholarship consideration.
A common formula used by scholarship calculators is:
Scholarship Score = ((GPA × 10) + (SAT/10 or ACT × 10)) / 2
This score is then used to determine scholarship tiers:
The highest tier of merit scholarships, often covering full or near-full tuition. Typically requires a GPA of 3.8+ and SAT scores of 1400+ or ACT scores of 32+.
Substantial merit awards for high-achieving students. Usually requires a GPA of 3.5-3.7 and SAT scores of 1250-1400 or ACT scores of 27-31.
Standard merit-based awards for students with solid academic records. Typically requires a GPA of 3.0+ and competitive test scores.
This scholarship calculator provides estimates only and does not constitute an official scholarship offer. Actual scholarship amounts vary by institution and depend on many factors beyond GPA and test scores.
To be considered for scholarships, you must complete the full application process, be admitted to the institution, and submit all required documents. Many schools also require the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for scholarship consideration.
Contact the financial aid office of your target schools for official scholarship information and requirements specific to their programs.
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