McKnight Scholars Leadership Program
What you'll receive:
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A full out-of-state tuition waiver for four years
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$5,000 per year for four years
- A McKnight Scholars study abroad program
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Exclusive access to leadership courses
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Individual mentoring from fellow McKnight Scholars
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Leadership aptitude testing and coaching
- Connections to current and past McKnight Scholars
About the application process
- Applicant timeline
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Nov. 1 (midnight): First-round application and nomination deadline
- Dec. 31: First-round selection notifications are made (selection, denial or movement to the next round)
- Feb. 1 (midnight): Second-round application and nomination deadline
- March 31: Second-round selection notifications are made (selection or denial)
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- Selection criteria
Typically, approximately 50 students are chosen each year based on the following requirements:
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Out-of-state, incoming student
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Acceptance to OSU
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Proven leadership ability
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Commitment to service
Additional criteria that is considered but not required includes:
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27 ACT or 1220 SAT or above
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3.75 GPA
- Preference for rural communities
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- Do I need to submit an official transcript for my McKnight Scholarship application?
Full admission to OSU is required which does include a transcript. No additional transcript needs to be attached.
- What standardized tests are required to apply?
Standardized tests are not our main focus in selection. However, we do look at either an SAT or ACT as a sign of academic potential. One of these scores must be provided for consideration.
- Who should I ask to fill out a nomination form for me?
Identify individuals who you have a good relationship with and that will be reliable in completing the form. Since the nominations are sent via the website, you will not know when they have submitted the feedback. Remember, a nomination IS a recommendation.
- Do I have to complete my OSU application before I submit the McKnight Scholarship
application?
Yes, a completed application and acceptance to OSU is required to be considered.
- Will the McKnight Selection Committee have access to my OSU application?
We pull some important information from your common application to the university. The scholarship office administers the selection process using your information provided in the application process. A committee connects that information to your application for the McKnight Selection Committee to make all decisions.