Scholarship Opportunity

NAU Incoming Honors Merit Scholarship — Fall 2027

Offered by Northern Arizona University Honors College

Limited merit scholarship consideration through the incoming first-year Honors admission application.

Minimum GPA3.0+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Fall 2027 Honors admission priority for merit consideration

OpensSeptember 1, 2026
DeadlineNovember 15, 2026

Eligibility

  • Incoming first-year NAU student applying to Honors; admitted to NAU with login and 3.0 unweighted high-school core GPA.

Requirements

  • Honors application by November 15, 2026 at 11:59pm gives Fall2027 merit consideration; later applicants reviewed only if funds remain.
  • Honors admission includes two essay responses and resume/activity list; no separate incoming merit form specified.
  • National Scholars Honors stipend cannot combine with Honors Merit Awards. Confirm award duration and other aid packaging.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to NAU, then complete its2027 Honors admission application and both responses by the merit priority date.