Scholarship Opportunity

Shawnee State Paws Up Scholarship

Offered by Shawnee State University

Admission-based support for incoming freshmen who do not qualify for a federal Pell Grant.

Minimum GPA2.8+
EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Enter Shawnee State as a first-time freshman with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 and ACT Composite of at least 18.
  • Do not qualify for a federal Pell Grant. The Paws Up description does not publish an SAT or Accuplacer alternative.

Requirements

  • Admission serves as the scholarship application. Submit academic records and ACT scores; provide financial-aid information to establish non-Pell eligibility.
  • The Fall 2027 campus calendar lists December 1, 2026 early consideration, February 1, 2027 scholarship priority, March 1 FAFSA priority and June 1 final consideration while funds last. A separate Paws Up closing date is not specified; confirm with Financial Aid.
  • Confirm continuation and compatibility with other aid in the award offer. The Paws Up paragraph retains an older description of other merit awards; use the current merit tables for those separate programs.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for admission and submit transcripts and ACT scores.
  2. 2Complete the FAFSA and confirm non-Pell eligibility with Financial Aid.
  3. 3Review the Paws Up offer and its renewal conditions.