First-year merit scholarships are based on both academic and extracurricular achievement. The applicant's academic achievement will be based on their official high school transcript. The applicant's Extracurricular achievement will also be based on their work (part-time or summer jobs); volunteerism or community engagement; family responsibilities; school or community clubs/organizations; and other experiences that have been meaningful to them. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information.