Scholarship Central

The Presidential Scholarship is the most prestigious award offered at Central State University and is reserved for a few top incoming freshmen. It covers tuition, fees, room, and board. Recipients are selected by a committee that considers academic merit, demonstrated leadership ability, community engagement, and strength of character. APPLY NOW

Requirements

• Earn a 3.7 or higher unweighted high school GPA
• Demonstrate leadership ability, community engagement, and strength of character
• Must be an entering freshman who has been admitted to the University and enrolled in the Honors College with a high school transcript on file
• SAT and ACT waived this year due to COVID

Scholarship applications from students who are not accepted to the University or who do not meet the minimum GPA requirements will not be considered.

Continuous scholarship requirements

The Presidential Scholarship covers up to eight semesters of continuous undergraduate study (fall and spring semesters only). Recipients must meet the following requirements: 

• Earn 15 or more credit hours per semester
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and remain in good standing in the Honors College each semester
• Complete four online financial literacy sessions

Other information

• Scholarships will be disbursed in equal amounts between the fall and spring semesters
• Room charges are covered for double-occupancy housing only and for the spring and fall semesters only. Costs not covered by the Presidential Scholarship include:
  • Tuition and fees for the summer semester
  • Summer semester housing
  • Charges incurred due to selecting a single room
• The total financial aid package including scholarships cannot exceed the total cost of attendance at Central State University
• Scholarships are subject to the availability of funds and may be adjusted as needed

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Deadline to apply | Feb. 18, 2022

Funded by the Strada Education Network, the Strada Presidential Leadership Scholarship focuses on investment in students. Through this scholarship program, recipients will be provided leadership development, academic support, and critical social engagement resulting in positive postsecondary learning opportunities that lead to meaningful career pathways for Strada Scholars.

Strada recognizes the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in providing economic and social mobility to America’s next generation of leaders and undertakes this initiative to provide institutional and systemic improvements for the participating institutions and the students they serve.

Grant amounts

• $7,000 per year (4 years)
• $1,200 per year (3 years) for internships
• $1,200 per year (3 years) for leadership development

Criteria

• 3.5 unweighted cumulative high school GPA
   
• Recipients must be Entering Freshmen
   
• Enrollment and maintaining good standing in the Honors College
  Apply to the Honors College
   
• Recipients must be full-time students
   
• Recipients agree to:
  • Participate in leadership development opportunities annually/regionally
     
  • Participate in mentoring and career coaching throughout academic tenure
     
  • Participate in internships or other work-based learning experiences
     
  • Willingly engage with Strada and its system of record, providing testimonials and experiences
     
  • Share testimonials and experiences
     
  • Be a changemaker who anticipates and engages with University Administration to build creative solutions

Supported by the Choose Ohio First program, the Marauder Choose Ohio First and Choose Ohio First Honors scholarships offer an opportunity for new freshmen from the state of Ohio to enroll at Central State. This is a renewable, competitive scholarship, offering students up to $32,000 over four years. Students must achieve program objectives to receive renewable annual awards of $8,221. APPLY NOW

Criteria

• Must be a resident of Ohio
• Earn a 3.5 unweighted cumulative high school GPA
• Enroll in the Honors College (Honors scholarship only) — apply now
• Maintain status as an Honors student in good standing (Honors scholarship only)
• Students must major in one of the following: Science and Math Education, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics, or Water Resource Management

NOTE: Incoming freshmen can receive the Freshman Scholarship or the Freshman Honors Student Scholarship. They cannot receive both.

• 3.7-4.0 GPA — $4,500
• 3.5-3.69 GPA — $3,500

The Incoming Freshman Honors Student Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship open to incoming freshmen honors students based on their unweighted high school GPA. Half of the scholarship will be applied in each of the fall and spring semesters. 

To be considered, students must meet the following criteria:

• Be admitted to the Honors College — apply now
• Earn a 3.5 or higher unweighted high school GPA
• Demonstrate evidence of extracurricular and/or service activities
• Meet the FAFSA deadline (Dec. 1) to be considered for this award. International students will be required to submit a copy of their I-20 instead of the FAFSA
• Remain an honors student in good standing for the second semester of freshman year
• Attend four financial literacy workshops during the academic year (provided by the Financial Aid Office)

NOTE: Incoming freshmen either receive the Freshman Scholarship or the Freshman Honors Student Scholarship. Students cannot receive both.

The Freshman Scholarship is open in the following amounts for students who meet the corresponding criteria. Students are considered upon admission to the University.

Maximum scholarship award

• 2.7-2.99 GPA — $1,000
• 3.0-3.29 GPA — $2,000
• 3.3-3.69 GPA — $3,000
• 3.7-4.00 GPA — $4,000

The Continuing Honors Student Scholarship is an academic, merit-based scholarship for continuing Honors students with 30 or more credit hours by the end of the spring semester each year. The credit hours must be earned during the fall and spring semesters only of each academic year. Half of the scholarship will be applied in each of the fall and spring semesters. 

• 3.7-4.0 GPA — $4,000
• 3.5-3.69 GPA — $3,000

Eligibility: To be considered, students must meet the following criteria:

• Be admitted to the Honors College and remain in good standing
• Work toward earning Honors designations
• Earn 30 credit hours or more (for the academic year in the fall and spring semesters only), which are required for the completion of their program of study
• Achieve a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA by May 5 (end of spring semester)
• Meet the FAFSA deadline (Dec. 1) to be considered for this award. International students will be required to submit a copy of their I-20 instead of the FAFSA
• Attend four financial literacy workshops during the academic year (provided by the Financial Aid Office).

The Continuing Student Scholarship is an academic, merit-based scholarship for continuing students with 30 or more credit hours by the end of the spring semester each year. The credit hours must be earned during the fall and spring semesters only of each academic year.

• Award: $1,000-$3,000

Eligibility: To be considered, students must meet the following criteria.

• Earn a total of 30 or more credit hours for fall and spring semesters only, which are required for the completion of their program of study
• Achieve a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA by May 5 (end of spring semester)
• Meet the FAFSA deadline (Dec. 1) to be considered for this award. International students will be required to submit a copy of their I-20 instead of the FAFSA
• Attend four financial literacy workshops during the academic year

Example: A student received the Continuing Student Merit-Based Scholarship in the previous academic year (spring and fall). The student completed FAFSA by Dec. 1 of the current year. The student completed 15 credit hours in the fall and 16 credit hours in the spring, bringing the academic year total to 31 credit hours. The cumulative GPA for the student is 3.1, and they do not have a previous back balance. The student is eligible to receive the scholarship based on the established criteria. Referencing the chart below, the award amount would be $1,000.

• 3.7-4.0 GPA — $4,500
• 3.5-3.69 GPA — $3,500

Maximum scholarship award

• 3.0-3.39 GPA — up to $1,000
• 3.40-3.79 GPA — up to $2,000
• 3.80-4.0 GPA — up to $3,000

The Continuing Student Scholarship will be added to eligible students' accounts in mid-June. Eligibility is determined based on completed credit hours and GPA. No application is required.

Transfer scholarships are available in the following amounts for transfer students who meet the corresponding criteria.

Transfer scholarships are awarded based on the number of credit hours a student is transferring into the University. A student is required to have a minimum of 31 credit hours to be considered for the Transfer Scholarship.

Eligibility

For scholarship consideration, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed and on file with the University. Students may file a FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov using Central State University’s school code of 003026.

We recommend that students and families file their income taxes prior to completing the FAFSA; however, students may complete the FAFSA beginning Oct. 1 with estimated tax amounts. After filing taxes, students may go back to enter the correct tax information.

The FAFSA priority deadline is Dec. 1 of the year prior to entering the University. International students will be required to submit a copy of their I-20 instead of the FAFSA.

Maximum scholarship awards with an associate degree

• 2.7-3.29 GPA — $2,000
• 3.3-3.69 GPA — $3,000
• 3.7-4.0 GPA — $3,500

Maximum scholarship award with 31-60 credits

• 2.7-3.29 GPA — $1,000
• 3.3-3.69 GPA — $2,000
• 3.7-4.0 GPA — $3,000

Transfer scholarships are renewable for up to three years based on a student’s academic performance. Students are considered upon admission to the University.

Students who receive a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and earn at least 30 semester hours will be eligible for a scholarship with the continuing student scholarship criteria.

Students are automatically considered for these scholarships with a completed Central State University enrollment application, FAFSA, and an official college transcript.

NOTE: Incoming Transfers that are eligible either receive the Transfer Scholarship or the Transfer Honors Student Scholarship. Students cannot receive both.

The Central State General Alumni Association offers a $2,000 scholarship for Central State University students.

 Criteria:

• Must have at least a 2.5 minimum cumulative GPA.
• Be entering into junior or senior year.
• Be involved in at least one activity at Central State University.

Applications and supporting documentation must be turned in together by the deadline.

Application for National Alumni Scholarship

Submit applications to financialaid@centralstate.edu or the Financial Aid Office, Attention: Mr. Kelvin Yarrington, Scholarship Coordinator.

Delta Zeta Alumni Foundation will issue two $2,000 scholarships renewable for a second year. In the second year, the foundation will add an additional two $2,000 scholarships — renewable for a second year — bringing the total each year to $8,000 in scholarships awarded to four students. 

This is an academic, merit-based scholarship for incoming male freshmen honors students and continuing sophomore honors students majoring in Business or Education. The scholarship will be applied to the student's account for the fall semester. No monies are given directly to the student. Apply now

Honors scholarship criteria

• Be admitted to the Honors College — apply now
• Have a declared major in Business or Education
• Earn a 3.5 or higher unweighted high school GPA
• Demonstrate evidence of extracurricular and/or service activities
• Remain an Honors student in good standing

Continuing Honors scholarship criteria 

• Be admitted to the Honors College — apply now
• Work toward earning Honors designations
• Keep a declared major in Business or Education
• Achieve a minimum 3.5 or higher GPA by May 5 (end of spring semester)
• Earn 30 credit hours or more (for the academic year in the fall and spring semesters only), which are required for the completion of their program of study
• Demonstrate evidence of extracurricular and/or service activities on campus
• Remain an Honors student in good standing
• Agree to have their picture posted as an awardee on the Delta Zeta Alumni Foundation website

The C. Joyce Finley-Jackson Endowed Scholarship, offered by the Akron Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., will grant a $500 scholarship as a tribute to Carol Joyce Filey-Johnson. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is a historically Black sorority that was established in 1913 with a service-focused mission.

Criteria:

• Must be a current, full-time Central State University rising sophomore, junior, or senior with at least a 2.5 minimum cumulative GPA.
• Open to women from northeast Ohio
• Proof of need (as determined by the University)
• Must complete a 250- to 500-word essay describing a time in the student's life that shaped who they are as a person and how this will help them succeed at Central State

For more information, email aacscholarships1960@gmail.com.

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At Central State University, we recognize that success requires us to need to bring together individuals of different perspectives, cognitive styles, backgrounds, and demographics. Our "Different Together" value celebrates the effort to foster an inclusive environment that amplifies the voices of all Finitians and thrives on their collective contributions.

Finit's Different Together Scholarship was born from this value and is tied to our commitment to the success and well-being of our entire campus community and our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This program connects emerging talent in the community to the larger Finit network nationwide. 

Scholarship details 

Two qualified students will each receive a $5,000 scholarship annually. All applicants who meet the criteria outlined below will be considered. Applications will also be considered for future internship opportunities. 

— Student submissions open: Aug. 21, 2023

— Deadline for submissions: Sept. 1, 2023

— Finit review and interviews: Sept. 5-22, 2023

— Awards presented: Sept. 30, 2023

Submission criteria 

— Sophomore and junior students majoring in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems 

— Must be a U.S. citizen

— GPA of 3.0 or higher

All entering freshmen, first-time band students, and transfer students must audition to be eligible for an Invincible Marching Marauders Scholarship. Students do not need to be music majors to audition for a band scholarship.

The audition is a vital part of evaluating the student's musical and technical proficiency in their instrument. Band audition requirements

Band scholarships are awarded annually and are divided equally between fall and spring semesters.

The student’s compliance with the terms of a contract will be reviewed each semester by the director of bands and the chair of the Department of Fine and Performing Arts. This award will be renewed upon the recommendation of the director of bands if the student is determined to be complying fully with the contract.

The student's total financial aid package may not exceed the total amount required by the University for tuition, fees, and room and board. Adjustments to aid may be necessary to comply with federal and Institutional rules and regulations.

Eligibility requirements

• Maintain full-time status and complete a minimum of 30 credit hours by the end of the spring semester each academic year.
• Maintain good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Enroll in marching band, pep band, concert band, and any other ensembles as determined by the director of bands.
• Earn a grade of B or higher in all ensembles.
• Attend and participate in all rehearsals and performances, including pre-semester events.
• Ensure employment schedules do not conflict with rehearsal or performance schedules.
• Receive approval from the director of bands in the case of class schedule conflicts.
• Maintain a regular, individual practice schedule and meet the performance standards of all ensembles.
• Attend all principal applied lessons and other class lessons as determined by the director of bands and the requirements of the student’s degree program.
• Maintain behavior in keeping with policies outlined in the student handbook, band handbook, and course syllabi.

Central State University Chorus offers a limited number of scholarships to music and non-music majors. Auditions are required for all scholarships, contingent upon full participation in the CSU Chorus. Learn more

All enrolled Central State University students are eligible to audition for the Auxiliary Corps, which includes the Banner Girls, who march in front of the Invincible Marching Marauders, the Dancing Belles, and the Ultimate Treasures flag corps. Scholarship award amounts vary.

To be eligible, the student must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher. For more information, contact Robin Davis at rdavis@centralstate.edu.

Central State University is providing free tuition scholarships for students from the following public-school districts: Dayton Public Schools, Trotwood-Madison City Schools, Xenia Community Schools, and Springfield City Schools.

Applicants must be new first-time freshmen applying for the fall 2024 term. Graduate, transfer, readmits/previously enrolled, transient/visiting, non-degree seeking, and currently enrolled students are not eligible. All students are required to live on campus for the first year.
 
QUALIFYING SCHOOLS

• Belmont High School
• Dayton Digital Academy
• Dayton Early College Academy
• Dayton Regional STEM Academy
• Horizon Science Academy
• Meadowdale Career Technology Center
• Mound Street Academy
• Paul Lawrence Dunbar High School
• Ponitz Career Technology Center
• Springfield High School
• Springfield STEM Academy
• Stivers School of the Arts
• Thurgood Marshall High School
• Trotwood Madison High School
• Xenia High School

Students will receive up to $5,000 for two consecutive terms of free tuition only. This grant will not cover fees or room and board.
 
A FAFSA must be submitted, and students will not be eligible to receive any additional institutional aid during this award period. 
 
For more information, email Marchea Wiley at mwiley@centralstate.edu.

Be advised funding is announced in January, and not all scholarships are funded every year.

Dean Fred Aikens, D.M. Award — $500

This scholarship is presented to a student who, in the dean’s opinion, demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities while serving as officers of their respective student organizations and displaying professional dress during the academic year.

The AEP Foundation Scholarship — $1,500

This scholarship is presented to any student majoring in the College of Business. The student must be participating in the NextJob program, maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher, be a U.S. citizen, and be involved in campus activities.

The AEP Scholarship — $250

This scholarship is presented to any student majoring in the College of Business. The student must be participating in the NextJob program, maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher, be a U.S. citizen, and be involved in campus activities.

Air Force Communication Electronics Association Scholarship — $1,000

This scholarship is presented to a junior and a senior student who has demonstrated success in management information systems or electronics and math and science. The student must be a U.S. citizen and have completed 30 semester credit hours (or equivalent) but not more than 100 semester credit hours (or equivalent). A transfer student must have completed at least one term as a full-time student at Central State University.

Air Force Communication Electronics Association Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to a junior and a senior student who has demonstrated success in management information systems or electronics and math and science. The student must be a U.S. citizen and have completed 30 semester credit hours (or equivalent) but not more than 100 semester credit hours (or equivalent). A transfer student must have completed at least one term as a full-time student at Central State University.

The Joseph P. Blackshere Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to a rising junior or senior student, with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, who has demonstrated leadership qualities, professional dress during the academic year, and maturity through organization participation. The student will also participate in the University's Advisory Council during the upcoming academic year.

Burger King Corporation Scholarship — $500

The selection of scholars is based on the student’s academic record, financial need, community activities, demonstrated leadership roles, and/or offices held in student organizations. Recipients must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA.

Business Administration Chairman’s Award — $200

The Chairman’s Award is presented to students majoring in Business at Central State University. Recipients of this award will have demonstrated leadership, service, and academic success.

College of Business Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is awarded to students studying Business Administration with preference given to students with a concentration in marketing and management. Scholarships are awarded to students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a semester basis. Students must demonstrate a financial need. The scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the dean.

College of Business Student Recognition Award — $200

This award is the highest award given by the College of Business. The award is given to a graduating senior who exemplifies the model College of Business student. The selected student will have demonstrated leadership, professional dress, student organization involvement, and civic activities during the academic year.

The Ron Cosey Memorial Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to a sophomore or a junior student majoring in Business Administration with any major concentration. The recipient must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be involved in student activities on campus.

Fifth Third Bank Scholarship — $2,500

This scholarship is presented to any student majoring in the College of Business. The student must be participating in the NextJob program, maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA, be a U.S. citizen, and be involved in campus activities.

The Vernon Ford Foundation Scholarship — $1,000

This scholarship is presented annually to a College of Business student with an option in marketing or finance. Each recipient receives a scholarship for tuition and fees for the academic year. Students must be in the top third of their class, possess strong leadership skills, exhibit professional dress during the academic year, and have a record of participation in civic or campus activities.

Hospitality Management Award — $200

This award is presented to a student with an option in hospitality management. The recipient of this award will have demonstrated leadership and service through their involvement in the Hospitality Management Club and a dedication to academic excellence by obtaining a 3.0 or higher GPA.

Harry G. Johns Scholarship Book Fund — $1,000

This scholarship is presented to an honor student in the College of Business majoring in accounting. The student must be entering their junior year.

Key Bank Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to any student in the College of Business who is majoring in accounting or finance. The student must also show stability in their major. The recipients must maintain a 2.7 or higher GPA and demonstrate a financial need.

The Richard D. Kidd Memorial Award Scholarship — $500

This scholarship was established by Mrs. Mary Kidd as an endowed fund in memory of her late husband and former dean of the College of Business Administration. This award scholarship is presented to a student who has demonstrated yearly academic progress, overall cultural maturation, professional dress, and student organization involvement.

The Isaiah Lipsey Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented by Mr. Isaiah Lipsey, a College of Business alumni and management major. Each scholarship recipient must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior management major and must maintain a 2.8 or higher GPA.

The Tiara Love Scholarship — $500

This scholarship was established by Ms. Tiara Love, a College of Business alumni. The scholarship is presented to any College of Business major. The recipient must maintain at least a 3.0 or higher GPA.

The Adigarapatti Rangarajan (Professor Raj) Memorial Scholarship — $500

This is presented in memory of Raj, a beloved faculty member in the College of Business. The award recipient must have achieved at least a 2.75 GPA with a major in accounting and demonstrated leadership and commitment through participation in University organizations and professional dress during the academic year.

The Charles Ted Sampson Jr. Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to high-achieving students in the field of Marketing. The recipient of the scholarship must be a rising senior with preference given to students who do not receive financial aid. The student must be an Ohio resident with at least a 2.8 GPA and a declared major in business administration with an option in marketing or manufacturing engineering student.

The Chuck Showell Academic Scholarship in Business Administration — $500

This scholarship is presented to any student majoring in business administration or accounting. The recipient must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and be involved in the College of Business through University clubs or the Student Advisory Council.

The Almon Sims Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented by Mr. Almon Sims, a College of Business alumni and marketing major. The recipient of the scholarship must be a sophomore or junior marketing major and must maintain at least a 2.8 GPA. 

The Jonas L. Waits Scholarship — $500

This is presented in memory of Jonas L. Waits. The recipient must be a College of Business sophomore or junior major and must maintain at least a 2.8 GPA.

Walmart Transportation Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to any student in the College of Business who best represents the four basic beliefs of Walmart — respect for the individual; service to the customer; striving for excellence; and integrity always. The recipient must also maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.

The Herbert H. Willis Student Development Scholarship — $1,000

This scholarship is given to an aspiring student in accounting or finance to encourage academic progress toward excellence.

The Dr. Rodney E. Wyse Scholarship — $500

This scholarship is presented to a rising junior or senior student with a minimum 3.0 GPA. The recipient must have demonstrated leadership qualities, professional dress during the academic year, and maturity through organizational participation. The student will also participate in the University's Advisory Council during the upcoming academic year. 

Questions? Contact Fred Aikens
E: faikens@centralstate.edu
O: 937-376-6642

Fine and Performing Arts Scholarships

For information about Fine and Performing Arts Scholarships, contact Dr. Jenny Cruz (music) at jcruz@centralstate.edu or 937-376-6404 or Mitch Eismont (art) at meismont@centralstate.edu or 937-376-6154.

The Creating Excellence in Agricultural Workforce (CREW) Scholarship is available to students majoring in sustainable agriculture, environmental engineering, manufacturing engineering, water resources management, agribusiness, or agricultural education. The scholarship award is $3,000 per year for up to four years. Apply now

For more information, contact Tara Anderson at trobertson-anderson@centralstate.edu.

Choose Ohio First Computer Science Programs of Innovation (COFCPS) Scholarship offers up to $10,000 per student per year for up to four years. Recipients must be computer science majors or those seeking a certificate in cyber security. Contact Dr. Manizheh Nafari at mnafari@centralstate.edu for more information.

The Climate Smart Agriculture Center Scholarship is designed for students majoring in Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Engineering, or Water Resources Management. Receive up to $14,000 per year for up to four years. Eligible students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

The Climate Smart Summer Bridge Program accepts applications from incoming freshmen who have committed to attending Central State University to major in an AGRISTEM or agriculture program. This five-week residential camp runs from June 25-July 28. In addition to receiving college credit, participants will be eligible to receive up to $14,000 in scholarship awards to complete their degree at Central State and have opportunities to engage in research and work for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Learn more about Climate Smart scholarships

The Ohio Agribusiness Association Scholarship is available to returning students majoring in agricultural education, sustainable agriculture, or agribusiness concentration. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30, and two $1,000 awards are distributed in January. Contact Jon Henry at jhenry@centralstate.edu for more information.

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation is available to returning students majoring in agricultural education, sustainable agriculture, or agribusiness concentration. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30, and two $1,000 awards are distributed in January. Contact Jon Henry at jhenry@centralstate.edu for more information.

The USDA-NIFA 1890 Student Scholarship is open to students majoring in agriculture-related majors with a 2.8 or higher high school GPA or 3.0 collegiate GPA for transfer and continuing students. It is open to Ohio residents for up to $60,000 per student over four years. Contact Dr. Sharath Krishna at skrishna@centralstate.edu for more information.

USDA Scholarship Program 

The USDA 1890 David Scott Scholarship supports recruitment and retention, student engagement, mentoring, and training for undergraduate students at Central State majoring in Ag/STEM-related fields in JWGCESTA.

The scholarship was renamed in honor of U.S. Congressman David Scott, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, who successfully spearheaded legislation in the Build Back Better Act to provide permanent funding for student scholarships at the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant HBCUs.  

The four-year scholarship awards eligible students up to $8,000, which can be used toward tuition, books, and room and board. High school seniors, college transfer students, and current Central State students with a current GPA of at least 2.8 are eligible to apply. Successful awardees will be expected to maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 while receiving scholarship support. Apply now

The Honors College supports several prestigious national and international awards and scholarships. Some of these scholarships require representatives from Central State University to nominate students and others are open to all applicants. Please communicate with the appropriate campus representative below to ensure you are following proper procedures when applying for a given scholarship or award.

• Barry Goldwater Scholarship | This prestigious scholarship is for college sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. The Goldwater Foundation is helping ensure that the U.S. is producing the number of highly-qualified professionals the Nation needs in these critical fields. Goldwater campus representative: Dr. Wishart
• Boren Award | A Boren Scholarship funds study abroad by U.S. undergraduate students in world regions critical to U.S. interests with a focus on language development (you do not have to be proficient in the language). Boren Award recipients commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a longer-term commitment to government service. Boren campus representatives: Dr. Paul Schlag and Ms. Jennifer Hathaway
• Gilman-McCain Scholarship | The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. Gilman-McCain campus representative: Ms. Jennifer Hathaway
• Truman Scholarship | The Harry S. Truman Scholarship awards merit-based scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service. Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, participate in leadership development activities, and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government. Juniors apply for the Truman Scholarship and must be nominated by the University. Truman campus representative: Dr. Paul Schlag

The Tiffany & Co. About Love Scholarship program, in partnership with BeyGOOD and the Shawn Carter Foundation, has pledged $2 million in scholarship funding for students in the arts and creative fields at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Tiffany & Co. About Love Scholarship will be awarded to five small private and select state schools, including Central State University.

Students must qualify for financial aid as determined by Central State, and the scholarships will be awarded to students who meet all eligibility requirements. This scholarship supports incoming and current students interested in pursuing degrees in creative fields (visual arts, media, performance, design, etc.), history, and communications. Priority will be given to students who are facing financial hardships and in need of emergency financial assistance, and award sizes will range per student based on need.

Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information and to apply.

The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program fellowship welcomes applications from young people interested in careers in international service. For those who want to become foreign services officers in the U.S. Department of State, the Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program provides benefits of up to $90,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships on Capitol Hill and at U.S. embassies, and provides professional development and support activities.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is available for U.S. undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at a two- or four-year college or university to participate in study abroad programs worldwide. The study abroad program must be at least 4 weeks long.

Boren Awards for International Study is available to U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central, and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

The CIEE-International Study Programs Scholarship

Each year, CIEE awards over $1 million in scholarships to students who plan to study overseas in its programs. This financial aid can be applied toward, or even defray, program fees and travel costs. You do not need to have already been accepted into a program to be considered for a scholarship award, but you need to apply early.

Phi Kappa Phi Grants

Study-abroad grants are designed to help support undergraduates as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad. Fifty $1,000 grants are awarded each year.

The Robert E. Bailey Scholarship is intended to promote the participation in CIEE programs of individuals or members of groups that have traditionally been underrepresented in study abroad, especially ethnic minority students.

The Diversity Abroad Scholarship Program offers five $500 scholarships for the fall semester and five $500 scholarships for the spring semester. Scholarships are only for students participating in a study, internship, volunteer, or language immersion program abroad offered by a DiversityAbroad.com partner organization.

The Global Access Initiative (GAIN): Scholarship Program was created to help students overcome major barriers to studying abroad, namely costs and curriculum requirements. GAIN aids in the diversification of study abroad by providing overseas opportunities for students who are economically challenged, from diverse backgrounds, or from underrepresented fields of study.

Scholarships for Multicultural Students Studying Abroad

Study Abroad in Japan: Bridging Scholarships

The Bridging Project offers scholarships to American undergraduate students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan. Undergraduate students majoring in any field of study are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Japanese language study is not a prerequisite. Recipients receive a stipend of $2,500 (for students in semester-long programs) or $4,000 (for students in academic-year programs). For more information, contact ATJ at aatj@aatj.org or 303-492-5487 or fax 303-492-5856.

Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) awards scholarships to students who demonstrate financial need represent a group that is traditionally underrepresented in study abroad and are participating in programs in non-traditional destinations. Scholarship programs include:

• The Hilary Echo Douglas Memorial Scholarship for Vietnam and other cultures with a commitment to service.
   
• The Rainbow Scholarship for a deserving LGBTQ+ student.

Fastweb.com offers a database of available scholarships and grants.

Mobility International USA offers financial resources for people with disabilities to fund international opportunities.

International Scholarships is an online scholarship database that provides a listing of grants, scholarships, loan programs, financial aid, and other information to assist college and university students.

For more information on study abroad scholarships contact, contact 937-376-6128 or international@centralstate.edu.

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GE Appliances, a Haier company (GEA), and HBCU Connect are joining forces to connect Historically Black College and University students and grads with great career opportunities, internships, and event scholarships in 2023.

GE Appliances HBCU Connect Scholarship Program

New for the 2023 partnership between GE Appliances and HBCU Connect is the rollout of a special scholarship for students enrolled in a four-year degree program at an accredited HBCU graduating between May 2024 and December 2026. The spring scholarship will offer one student $1,000 toward tuition, room and board, or books.

Who's eligible

• Must be a full-time student enrolled at a U.S.-accredited HBCU pursuing a bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, HR, Liberal Arts, Data Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Psychology, or Business Analytics.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Must live within the 50 states of the United States.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring future visa sponsorship for employment.
• Finalists will be given special consideration for an internship or co-op opportunity at GE Appliances.

Scholarship deadline: Oct. 9, 2023

Apply now

The New York Pass Education Scholarship by Go City offers six single-day passes to visit major New York City attractions and a one-time, $4,000 academic scholarship award. 

The deadline to enter is 11:59 p.m. Sept. 29, with the winner announced on Oct. 20. 

The scholarship may be used for tuition, room and board, books, or travel. Funds will be transferred directly to the winner. 

The day pass allowance can be used by multiple people. For example, you can use six-day passes for one person or three-day passes each for two people. Any day passes can be used on selected days and do not have to be used on consecutive days. 

Eligibility 

You must be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or currently studying in the U.S. on a student visa at a college or university in the U.S. at the time your entry is submitted. Only one submission per person will be accepted. 

How to apply 

Before applying, read the following instructions and eligibility requirements.

1. Look through the New York Pass website and tell Go City the attractions you'd love to experience most and why, using no more than 280 characters — the length of a tweet. 

2. Email your entry to scholarships@gocity.com. 

3. Provide your preferred contact email address and your name and state that you attend Central State University. If you prefer not to be contacted about future promotional activity, state that you would like to opt out. 

The winner will be determined by an applicant’s eligibility under the scholarship requirements and the strength of an applicant’s entry as determined by the selection committee. 

Go City reserves the right to use the name of the winner to feature on its website and social media accounts. Please refer to the full privacy policy here. 

By entering, you hereby warrant that all information submitted by you is true, current, and complete. Go City Group reserves the right to verify the eligibility of all entrants.  

Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of Go City and no scholarships or passes will be awarded as a result of improper actions by or on behalf of any participant. 

A 1099 form will be sent to the winner, and the prize is subject to regular U.S. taxes.  

Exclusions

Go City current or former employees and relatives of current employees are not eligible. 

For more information, contact Go City at scholarships@gocity.com. 

The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship Program is a renewable, merit-based scholarship of $5,000 for students pursuing a bachelor's degree in education or a STEM-related field and who are permanent residents of Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky (see list of eligible ZIP codes). The deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2023.

Eligibility 

• High school graduate attending a four-year institution in the 2023-24 academic year.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Submit online application.

Qualified Geographic Region

Eligible ZIP codes

Kentucky

Boone: 41005, 41022, 41042, 41048, 41080, 41091, 41092, 41094

Campbell: 41001, 41007, 41059, 41071, 41072, 41073, 41074, 41075, 41076, 41085, 41099

Kenton: 41011, 41012, 41014, 41015, 41016, 41017, 41018, 41019, 41051, 41053, 41063

Ohio

Brown: 45101, 45115, 45118, 45119, 45121, 45130, 45131, 45154, 45167, 45168, 45171

Butler: 45004, 45011, 45012, 45013, 45014, 45015, 45018, 45025, 45026, 45042, 45043, 45044, 45050, 45053, 45055, 45056, 45061, 45062, 45063, 45064, 45067, 45069, 45071

Clermont: 45102, 45103, 45106, 45112, 45120, 45122, 45140, 45145, 45147, 45150, 45153, 45156, 45157, 45158, 45160, 45176, 45245

Hamilton: 45001, 45002, 45030, 45033, 45041, 45051, 45052, 45111 45174, 45201, 45202, 45203, 45204, 45205, 45206, 45207, 45208, 45209, 45211, 45212, 45213, 45214, 45215, 45216, 45217, 45218, 45219, 45220, 45221, 45222, 45223, 45224, 45225, 45226, 45227, 45228, 45229, 45230, 45231, 45232, 45233, 45234, 45235, 45236, 45237, 45238, 45239, 45240, 45241, 45242, 45243, 45244, 45246, 45247, 45248, 45249, 45250, 45251, 45252, 45253, 45254, 45255, 45258, 45262, 45263, 45264, 45267, 45268, 45269, 45270, 45271, 45273, 45274, 45275, 45277, 45280, 45296, 45298, 45299, 45999

Warren: 45005, 45032, 45034, 45036, 45039, 45040, 45054, 45065, 45066, 45068, 45153, 45162

Indiana

Dearborn: 47001, 47018, 47022, 47025, 47032, 47060

Franklin: 47010, 47012, 47016, 47024, 47030, 47035, 47036

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