The YSU Foundation, with an endowment of over $321.5 million, is committed to providing this "edge of excellence" for the University and the students it serves. The Foundation, whose sole purpose is to benefit Youngstown State University, provides more than $11 million in scholarship assistance annually for its students. Students must submit the YSU Undergraduate Admission Application (with transcripts) by February 15 to be considered for scholarships through the Scholarships for Excellence Program at Youngstown State University. With the exception of the University Honors College Application, there are no other application forms needed for YSU's Scholarships for Excellence. Students cannot be awarded more than one scholarship through the Scholarships for Excellence program.
Test Optional Scholarship Awards
Test optional merit-based scholarships will be awarded to incoming freshmen students admitted under YSU's test optional admission policy. Scholarships will range in value from $1,000-$3,000 through the Freshmen Scholarships for Excellence program. Additional $1,000 to $3,000 test optional merit-based scholarships may be awarded to Honors College applicants who qualify for Sokolov Honors College. For More information.
Freshman Scholarships for Excellence
Incoming freshmen scholarships recognize the academic achievements of new high school graduates. These scholarships are automatically awarded to beginning first-year students who have been admitted to the University. Full-time enrollment is required for disbursement.
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† Composite for critical reading and math score only
Sokolov Honors College Awards - (Incoming Freshmen)
Qualified recipients of these awards become part of the prestigious Honors College. Tuition scholarships ranging from $1,000-$3,000 and housing scholarships from $1,000-$3,000 may be awarded and combined with Freshman Scholarships for Excellence. Applicants will also be considered for the full-ride Leslie H. Cochran University Scholarship. These Honors College scholarships are awarded to first-year students coming directly from high school. Recipients become part of the University Honors College, which may include:
- Honors College membership
- Honors housing
- Participation in specially planned on- and off-campus events
- Community service projects planned and coordinated by University Honors
- Early course registration
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If applying to Honors as a high school candidate, all application materials must be submitted by February 15. A completed application will include both an Application for Admission to YSU and the Honors College application.
Transfer Scholarships
Transfer scholarships are available and offered through the generosity of the YSU Foundation. Transfer students are encouraged to apply early for financial aid and to observe the February 15 deadline for our transfer scholarships. Awards will be prorated if attending part-time (minimum 6 hours required).
Special note for mid-year transfer students: If you have a Federal Pell Grant, YSU's six-digit code must be listed as one of your college choices on the FAFSA to have your aid transferred. If not, update your FAFSA to include YSU's code (003145). If you had a Stafford or PLUS loan, you will have to reapply. You will also need to cancel any pending disbursements (if any) on the loan you had at your previous school by contacting your previous school's financial aid office.
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Academic Achievement Award - (Current Students)
Current YSU students are awarded the Academic Achievement Award based on academic accomplishment. Award will be prorated if attending part-time (minimum of 6 hours required).
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**Current students who have received any of the above Scholarships for Excellence are not eligible to receive the Academic Achievement Award as students cannot be awarded more than one scholarship through the Scholarships for Excellence program.**
Miscellaneous Scholarships
YSU students should submit the YSU Foundation Scholarship Application and visit the online scholarship search to research miscellaneous, college and departmental level scholarship opportunities.
Athletic Scholarship Endowments
Click to view athletic scholarship endowments at Youngstown State University.