Wisconsin Merit Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to UWO students who meet the following criteria:

  • Admit Term: Summer 2026 or Fall 2026
  • Enrollment Status: Full-time upon enrollment
  • Intended Major: Any Bachelor’s Degree
  • Must have graduated from a Wisconsin high school

Selection is based solely on merit. The scholarship will be awarded to the eligible student with the highest ACT/SAT score. In the event of a tie, high school class rank will be used to determine the recipient.

Award Payment: Split evenly between Fall 2026 & Spring 2027. If the recipient is not enrolled in the required number of credits for the indicated semester, the award payment will be forfeited. This is a one-time award; it is not renewable.

Award
$5,000
Categories
Admissions, Incoming Freshman Award
Deadline
02/06/2026