Dorrance Scholarship

Eligibility

• Be an Arizona resident and current graduating high school senior.
• Be a first-generation college student, meaning no parent, stepparent, or legal guardian holds a four-year degree from any country.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, weighted or unweighted.
• Earn at least an 1110 SAT score, 22 ACT composite score, or 72 CLT score.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Plan to attend Arizona State University at Tempe, Northern Arizona University at Flagstaff, or the University of Arizona at Tucson.
• Agree to live in on-campus housing during the first two years.

Requirements

• Complete the Phase I online application.
• Submit required verification documents.
• Provide the FAFSA Submission Summary.
• Complete written responses during the semifinalist phase.
• Submit two letters of recommendation if selected as a semifinalist.
• Participate in an in-person finalist interview if selected.

How to Apply

1. 1Review the eligibility requirements before the new application cycle opens.
2. 2Complete the Phase I application and submit verification and FAFSA materials.
3. 3If selected as a semifinalist, complete the Phase II application and written responses.
4. 4Request and submit two recommendation letters during Phase II.
5. 5If selected as a finalist, attend the required in-person interview.
6. 6If awarded, complete orientation and the five-week Summer Bridge Program before freshman year.