The University of Notre Dame is now accepting applications for the prestigious Stamps Scholars Program for the 2024/2025 academic year. This program is aimed at international students who are qualified and looking to pursue undergraduate studies at the University of Notre Dame in Notre Dame, Indiana, USA.
The Stamps Notre Dame Scholarships are designed for individuals who exhibit strong academic performance, show exceptional leadership capabilities, and possess outstanding character. This competitive scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, covering tuition, fees, and estimated costs for books, personal expenses, and transportation for a maximum of four years of undergraduate education.
Overview:
- Scholarship Sponsor: University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, USA
- Host Institution: University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, USA
- Funding Amount: Fully funded
- Number of Awards: Multiple
- Study Level: Undergraduate programs
- Eligible Nationalities: International students
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Stamps Scholars Program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must be an international student
- Demonstrate exceptional academic achievements
- Show a strong commitment to service and community involvement
- Exhibit proven leadership skills
- Possess outstanding moral character
- Open to applicants from any field of study
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 throughout their studies. If a scholar’s GPA falls below this threshold after their second semester of freshman year or at any subsequent semester, they will enter scholarship probation, allowing them to retain the scholarship for one additional semester. Scholars must then raise their GPA above 3.0 to continue receiving the award. If the GPA remains below 3.0 for two consecutive semesters, the scholarship will be revoked, although it can be reinstated if the GPA improves to 3.0 or higher.
Furthermore, scholars must maintain good academic and disciplinary standing. If a scholar faces academic or disciplinary probation or dismissal, they will automatically forfeit their scholarship and scholar status.
The scholarship is available for up to eight semesters (ten for the five-year Architecture program), and eligibility does not extend for any semesters where requirements were not met.
Scholarship Benefits
The Stamps Scholars Program offers several benefits, including:
- An annual scholarship that covers tuition, fees, and estimated costs for books, personal expenses, and transportation for up to four years of undergraduate study.
- A fully-funded, week-long Outward Bound Wilderness Leadership Canoe Expedition in Minnesota’s Boundary Waters.
- An enrichment fund of $12,000, which encompasses the cost of the Outward Bound program, available for self-designed enrichment projects approved by the Notre Dame Scholars’ Program. This fund can be utilized for various pursuits such as study abroad opportunities, unpaid service, research, internships, or creative projects that align with the scholar’s personal and professional aspirations.
- All expenses covered for participation in the biannual Stamps Scholars National Convention held in Atlanta, Georgia.
Application Process
How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates for the Notre Dame Stamps Scholars Program should submit their applications online.
Prospective scholars must follow the standard admission and financial aid application procedures of the University of Notre Dame. The selection process for the scholarship is integrated into these admission processes. It is strongly advised that all applicants also apply for financial aid.
Candidates who submit their applications to the University of Notre Dame by the Restrictive Early Action and Regular Decision deadlines will automatically be considered for merit scholarship awards.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024
This comprehensive program not only supports academic endeavors but also fosters leadership and character development among international students at one of the most prestigious institutions in the United States.
To learn more about the scholarship, visit their official website
