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Overview
Scholarship type
Merit based
Number of scholarships to award
Multiple
Grant
Up to $2,000
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
Description
Merit-based scholarships are competitive and are awarded in recognition of exceptional or outstanding academic achievement.
The first step to be considered for merit-based scholarships is to apply for admission.
Consideration may also be given to outstanding leadership, service, entrepreneurship, citizenship, or creativity. Portfolio evaluations or other evidence of creative excellence will also be considered for applicants to art, crafts, design, film, and photography programs.
To receive full consideration, applicants for fall entry must apply by applicable deadlines. Students who meet the eligibility requirements for multiple RIT merit-based scholarships will be awarded the highest valued scholarship unless otherwise indicated.
Benefits
Recipients will receive a total of $2,000 through the William A. Johnson Jr. Scholarship.
May be combined with other RIT merit-based scholarships.
Eligibility
- Offered to admitted first-year students students who have been recognized as Urban League Black Scholars.
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Any
Locations
United States
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
15 Jan 2027
All admitted incoming students are reviewed by the Scholarship Selection Committee to determine if they qualify for standard RIT merit-based scholarships. No separate application is required and demonstrated financial need is not considered when selecting recipients.
Applicants for admission will automatically be considered. Must apply for admission to RIT by January 15 to be considered.