University of Akron Williams Honors First-Year Scholarship

Eligibility

• Apply to UA for Fall 2027 and, after university admission, apply to the Williams Honors College.
• The Fall 2027 first-year Honors criteria require at least a 3.6 GPA and an ACT OR SAT score, plus a written essay and extracurricular involvement.
• Enroll in a bachelor's degree program for at least 12 credits per semester to receive Honors scholarship funds.

Requirements

• Submit the Honors application by April 1, 2027 for general scholarship consideration; February 1 is the earlier prestigious-scholarship deadline. Accept the Fall 2027 Honors seat by May 1.
• All Honors applicants are considered without a separate general Honors scholarship application.
• For annual renewal without reapplication, retain cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 after year one, 3.30 after year two and 3.40 after year three.
• ACT or SAT is required for the Fall 2027 first-year Honors pathway; neither specific exam is individually mandatory.

How to Apply

1. 1Apply for Fall 2027 UA admission and obtain admission before submitting the Honors form.
2. 2Submit the Honors application with essay, involvement and one accepted entrance exam.
3. 3Review the award amount and enrollment/renewal terms.