The University of Maine wants to provide a limited number of students with International Presidential Scholarships in recognition of outstanding academic performance valued with a sum of US$15,000 per academic year. The deadline is ongoing.
University of Maine International Presidential Scholarships Eligibility Include:
- International first-year and transfer undergraduate students are eligible to be considered for this award.
- Students receiving the Canadian resident tuition rate are not eligible for this award.
- Sponsored students are not eligible for this award.
Selection Criteria Include:
- The International Presidential Scholarship will be awarded to the top tier of international applications each year.
- Female applicants and applicants from countries underrepresented in the University of Maine international student population are encouraged to apply.
Number of Awardees: Will be Limited
Value of Scholarship: $15,000
Duration of Scholarship: maximum of 8 semesters (4 academic years) for a student entering as a first-year applicant and 6 semesters (3 academic years) for a transfer student.
How to Apply for University of Maine International Presidential Scholarships
Applicants are considered for this scholarship when their application for admission is reviewed. No additional application is required. Applicants do not need to submit SAT and ACT scores to be considered for this award.
When is the application deadline?
There is no application deadline. Applicants to the University of Maine do not need to submit a separate application to be considered for the award.
When are awards made?
Awards are typically made along with an offer of admission to the University of Maine.
What is the selection criteria?
The International Presidential Scholarship is awarded to the top tier of international applications each year.
Is the award renewed automatically each year?
The award is not renewed automatically each year. Students must maintain full-time enrollment and a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 3.00 in order for the scholarship to be renewed. Additionally, the award is for a maximum of 8 semesters (4 academic years) for a student entering as a first-year applicant and 4 semesters (2 academic years) for a transfer student. Recipients of the award must also remain on a non-immigrant student visa F-1 or J-1 to be eligible to hold the scholarship.
Can this award be combined with other scholarships?
No, the International Presidential Scholarship cannot be combined with any other international scholarship. Students are eligible for other UMaine scholarships such as athletic or departmental scholarships
To apply, visit the University of Maine International Presidential Scholarships.
