Presidential Award for Academic Excellence

Slippery Rock University, established in 1889, is a member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. The University is designed by its normal school heritage and described by its commitment to intellectual development, leadership, and civic responsibility. SRU offers students a comprehensive learning experience that knowingly combines academic instruction with enhanced educational and learning opportunities that will help them succeed in their lives, professional careers and be engaged citizens.

To make your education more affordable, SRU offers all new undergraduate international students non-need based financial aid award valued at approximately $3,500 deducted from the full out-of-state tuition rate. Combined with a new $1,500 scholarship and a B average over 4 years (i.e., minimum 3.0 GPA) you could save $20,000.00! It even gets better. After spring/summer if you have a cumulative 3.5 GPA or higher you could receive an additional $500.00 scholarship!

Eligibility Criteria/ Scholarship Guidelines

Award is granted after an international student has completed either their first year or first semester (spring only) at SRU.

Must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher to receive an award.

Must be an international student enrolled full-time. Exceptions can be made for students in the last term who are enrolled less than full-time BUT must be registered for graduation.