Scholarship Opportunity

BGSU Alumni Laureate Scholarship

Offered by Bowling Green State University

Honors scholarship and leadership program for incoming first-time students committed to community service.

Minimum GPA3.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Enter BGSU as a first-time student with at least a 3.5 cumulative high school GPA.
  • Submit ACT composite 27 or SAT 1280 and demonstrate leadership and community involvement.

Requirements

  • Be admitted to BGSU and submit Honors application, official transcript and test scores by November 15, 2026.
  • Complete the regular Honors written responses plus the additional 400–500-word Alumni Laureate essay before submitting; later additions are not allowed.
  • Finalists interview. Recipients maintain a 3.0 GPA, Honors good standing and program commitments including 15 service hours per semester, meetings and professional development.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to BGSU and access the Honors application after admission.
  2. 2Include the additional Alumni Laureate essay when submitting the Honors form.
  3. 3Monitor email for finalist decisions and interview instructions.

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