Scholarships of Distinction from Hendrix College

Scholarships of Distinction from Hendrix College

HENDRIX FACULTY EXPECT STUDENTS TO ADHERE TO HIGH PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC STANDARDS. AND WE DO. ONCE YOU VE EARNED THE RESPECT OF YOUR PROFESSORS, YOU WANT TO KEEP IT. YOU DON T WANT TO LET THEM DOWN. ANNIKA MOE, APPLE VALLEY, MINNESOTA Hendrix students thrive on meeting the challenges they encounter and taking advantage of the opportunities they have to excel in academics, extra- and co-curricular activities, and creative endeavors. That s why Hendrix offers a comprehensive array of achievement-based scholarships that recognize and reward your demonstrated success in a variety of areas academics, leadership, the performing arts, the fine arts, and other areas of distinction. Your record of noteworthy achievements is a signal that, like our current students, you too will thrive on the challenges and opportunities you discover in our learning community.

Academic Scholarships $2,000 per year full comprehensive fee (tuition, room, board, and mandatory fees) for up to four years of Students who submit a completed admission application to Hendrix are automatically considered for Academic Scholarships. The scholarship committee examines students high school GPA and standardized test scores in addition to leadership and extracurricular activities and letters of recommendation. Application Process: Students must be admitted into the College. A campus visit is required. Deadline: Priority consideration for Academic Scholarships is given to those students who submit completed admissions applications to Hendrix postmarked by December 1. Notification: On a rolling basis. Hays Memorial Scholarships Full comprehensive fee (tuition, room, board, and mandatory fees) for up to four years of Students with a minimum high school GPA of 3.6 in college preparatory courses and a minimum composite score of 32 on the ACT or a minimum combined score of 1410 on the SAT. The Hays Selection Committee also considers leadership and extracurricular activities, the on-campus interview, and letters of recommendation. Application Process: Hays Applications are mailed to qualified applicants in December and are available online through the Financial Aid Web site. The Hays Selection Committee interviews candidates on campus in February. Interested students must apply for admission by December 1. Deadline: The completed Hays application must be postmarked by January 15. Notification: The four winners of the Hays Memorial Scholarship are announced in early March. Arkansas Governor s Distinguished Scholar Awards Full comprehensive fee (tuition, room, board, and mandatory fees) for up to four years of full-time enrollment Accepted freshman applicants who receive the $10,000 Arkansas Governor s Distinguished Scholarship and who have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5, a minimum composite score of 32 on the ACT or a minimum combined score of 1410 on the SAT; or who have been selected as National Merit Finalists or National Achievement Scholars. Application process: Applications for the Arkansas Governor s Distinguished Scholarship may be obtained through your high school counselor s office. Application is made directly to the Arkansas Department of Higher Education. Deadline: Students must submit the application for the Governor s Distinguished Scholar Awards to the Arkansas Department of Higher Education by February 1. Notification: The State of Arkansas notifies Hendrix of eligible students. This award is automatic upon receipt of the Arkansas Governor s Distinguished Scholarship. National Merit,National Achievement,and National Hispanic Finalists $1,000 per year for up to four years of National Merit, National Achievement, and National Hispanic Finalists who name Hendrix as their first college choice. Application process: Test scores on the PSAT/NMSQT determine selection of these awards through The National Merit Scholarship Program. Deadline: The test must be taken by the junior year of high school. Notification: This award is automatic upon notification from the College Board of the student s selection to one of the above awards. Robert and Ruby Priddy Scholarships Amounts vary Students from middle income families who do not qualify for larger merit-based scholarships or for federal grants but who show exceptional promise for success at Hendrix and for leadership and service. Application process: Students must make an official visit to the Hendrix campus and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Deadline: The priority date for the FAFSA is February 15. Notification: Priddy Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis.

Odyssey Distinction Awards $1,000 to $5,000 per year for up to four years of full-time enrollment (may be awarded in addition to other Hendrix scholarships) Your Hendrix Odyssey: Engaging in Active Learning is a completely new way to experience a college education. Hendrix has redefined higher education as a far-reaching, wide-ranging journey that extends beyond the major, GPA, and list of completed courses. We celebrate all the accomplishments and activities of a student s college career that contribute to his/her growth as a person. The Odyssey Distinction Awards are designed to recognize these accomplishments at the secondary school level and encourage students to pursue similar experiences at Hendrix. The awards are presented in six categories: Artistic Creativity, Global Awareness; Professional and Leadership Development; Service to the World; Undergraduate Research and Special Projects. Accepted applicants to Hendrix College. Application Process: Students who submit a completed admissions application to Hendrix are automatically considered. Recipients are selected by a scholarship committee and the amount of the award is determined by the committee based on their assessment of out-ofclass accomplishments in high school. Unlike most of the Hendrix academic scholarships, the Odyssey Awards can be added to other scholarships a student may receive from the College. Notification: Odyssey Distinction Awards are granted on a rolling basis.

Performing and Fine Arts Scholarships $500-$5,000 per year for up to four years of Applicants for admission to Hendrix who demonstrate talent in the areas of music, theatre, and art. An intended major in music, theatre or art is not required. Application Process: An on-campus audition with a member of the faculty is required for music and theatre awards. Those applying for art awards may submit 10-12 slides of artwork with a written explanation of the art for consideration. Deadline: Priority consideration for these scholarships is given to those students who submit completed admission applications to Hendrix by February 1. Hendrix College Leadership Awards $1,000-3,500 per year for up to four years of Accepted applicants to Hendrix who have a demonstrated record of leadership experience, activities and honors. Application process: Applications are distributed in acceptance packets and are available online through the Financial Aid Web site. Deadline: Applicants must submit a Leadership Scholarship application postmarked by February 1. United Methodist Youth Fellowship Leadership Scholarships $1,000-3,500 per year for up to four years of Accepted applicants to Hendrix with leadership experience in local and regional United Methodist Youth ministries. Application process: Applications are distributed in acceptance packets and are available online through the Financial Aid Web site. Deadline: Accepted applicants must submit a UMYF Leadership application to Hendrix postmarked by February 1. Hendrix-Lilly Service Scholarships $3,500 per year for up to four years of Accepted applicants to Hendrix who have a record of effective and enthusiastic participation in volunteer service projects and who demonstrate a resolve to make leadership through volunteer service a part of their future. Application process: Applications are distributed in acceptance packets and are available online through the Financial Aid Web site. Deadline: The scholarship application must be submitted to Hendrix postmarked by February 1. For More Information This brochure describes only achievement-based awards funded directly by Hendrix College. Of course, Hendrix also participates in all state-funded and federally-funded need-based financial assistance programs. For more information about these and other financial aid programs, visit www.hendrix.edu/financialaid/. You can also contact us directly to obtain more information, to request special scholarship application forms (also available at www.hendrix.edu/financialaid/scholarships/) Hendrix College 1600 Washington Avenue Conway, Arkansas 72032-3080 (800) 277-9017 (501) 450-1362 E-mail: adm@hendrix.edu Hendrix adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to age, race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. Further,the College is committed to the maintenance of an atmosphere of civility and respect for all students,faculty,and staff.

Hendrix at a Glance COLLEGE: Four-year, private, residential, coeducational college of liberal arts founded in 1876 and affiliated with the United Methodist Church; Phi Beta Kappa chapter LOCATION: Conway, AR, suburban city of 43,000, 30 minutes from downtown Little Rock (pop.: 500,000) STUDENTS: 1,100, from 38 states and 14 countries; 10 percent minority enrollment ACADMIC PROFILE, CLASS OF 08: Midrange scores: 1190-1390 SAT and 24-30 ACT; 38 percent in top 10th of high school class, 69 percent in top quarter FACULTY: 83 full-time, 100 percent with Ph.D. or terminal degree STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO: 12:1 AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 15 MAJORS: 29 undergraduate majors, 30 minors; M.A. in accounting POST GRADUATE: The majority of our students enter graduate or professional school either immediately after graduating or the following year. Approximately one-half enroll in graduate school within the first year of graduation; while other graduates seek employment and report finding a job within six months of graduation. RESIDENCE OPTIONS: Co-ed and single sex; six residence halls, six residence houses (80 percent of students live on campus) CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS: 70+ ATHLETICS: NCAA Division III, Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference; Baseball (M), Basketball (M & W), Cross Country (M & W), Golf (M & W), Soccer (M & W), Softball (W), Swimming and diving (M & W), Tennis (M & W), Track and field (M & W), and Volleyball (W) CAMPUS: 160 acres, encompassing academic, residential and recreational resources, plus arboretum, nature trail, lily pool, gazebo, pecan court, pine woods FACILITIES: Include new life sciences center, renovated physical sciences center, chapel, auditorium, theatre, art gallery, gymnasium, fitness center, student center TUITION FOR NEW STUDENTS ENROLLING IN FALL OF 2005: $21,336 (anticipated comprehensive fee for students enrolling at Hendrix for the first time in academic year 2005-06, including tuition, room, board, and general fees: $27,950) FINANCIAL AID: 92 percent of students receive some form of achievement-based and/or need-based state, federal or institutional assistance; $15,799 average award office of admission 1600 washington avenue conway, arkansas 72032-3080 ph: 501-450-1362 or 800-277-9017 fax: 501-450-3843 email: adm@hendrix.edu web: hendrix.edu Majors Accounting American Studies Art Biochemistry/Molecular Biology Biology Chemistry Computer Science Economics Economics and Business Elementary Education English Environmental Studies French German History Interdisciplinary Studies International Relations and Global Studies Kinesiology Mathematics Music Philosophy Philosophy and Religion Physics Politics Psychology Religion Sociology/Anthropology Spanish Theatre Arts Pre-professional Programs Engineering Law Medicine (and other health-related fields) Ministry Social Work Teacher Education Veterinary Medicine