APPLICATIONS FOR THE FALL 2010 SEMESTER – INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS UP TO $5,000 PER YEAR
We welcome all students at Grand Valley, whether it is for a year-long exchange program or bachelors degree. For students wanting to study one year at Grand Valley, we offer students the opportunity to choose courses from our flexible general education requirement as well as having the ability to choose from the hundreds of available classes. For students wanting a degree, we offer over 200 different degree programs, where students can learn from highly qualified professors and use the advanced facilities on campus. Grand Valley offers an affordable education and we have been named one of America*s top 100 Education Best Buy for 14 straight years.
International Merit Scholarship: Every year, Grand Valley awards a limited number of International Merit Scholarships to incoming international students who have demonstrated an outstanding academic achievement record.
The value of this scholarship is $5,000 per year.
All students who submit a complete application for admission by May 1 are eligible for this merit-based scholarship.
In addition, students must write an essay of approximately 1,000 words on the following topic: "What will I do to bring cultural and international perspectives to Grand Valley that will enhance the learning environment for the entire GVSU community?"
Typically, qualified students have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, but decisions are based on academic credentials, the scholarship essay and information provided in the application materials. Transfer students from U.S. four-year colleges and universities, and students being fully funded by their government are not eligible.
Renewal: Undergraduate students must maintain a 2.85 grade point average, maintain full-time enrollment, and maintain valid immigration status. Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 grade point average, maintain full-time enrollment, and valid immigration status.
For more information, please visit:
http://admissions. gvsu.edu/ admissions/ international/ scholarships
Admissions Office: Grand Valley State University
1 Campus Drive
Allendale MI 49401-9403; Phone (616) 331-2025
1-800-748-0246, admissions@gvsu. Edu