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Office of Major Scholarship Advisement

Nationally Competitive Scholarships and Fellowships

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We provide information, advice, and support for students who wish to apply for nationally competitive major scholarships.

The OMSA scholarships are highly competitive, typically requiring a minimum overall grade point average of 3.75 or higher. In addition to academic excellence, each scholarship requires that a student have an outstanding record of: service, leadership, research, or all of the above.

If you believe you have the potential to compete successfully for one or more major scholarships, take the following steps:

Check out the website: Study the available opportunities.

Schedule an Appointment: If you have a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or above, request a copy of the application materials by contacting the Director of Major Scholarships, Pam Gwaltney, OMSA, Morris Library, Room 110C or email gwaltney@siu.edu.

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