Morehouse College is a highly competitive and highly selective historically black college. The rate of acceptance here is less than 70%. The average SAT score is around 1045 in the past year. Most of the students accepted are from out of the state. The college’s goal is to accept future leaders. You should remember this when you plan to apply here. The admissions department strives to admit the top scholars in their collection of applications. A prime consideration for acceptance will be your grade point average. This is because it will show them that you possess academic ability and drive. The deadline to apply for this college is February 15th.

There are various Morehouse Scholarships that you can apply for from this institution. The college gives many grants to students in recognition of their achievements either in academics or a proven skill and talent. If you want to apply for these grants you need to complete the financial aid application by April 14th. It is recommended, however, that you fill out the application as soon after January 1st as you can.

The academic awards are given to new freshmen based on excellent high school performance and required test scores from either SATs or ACTs. If you are accepted for this award you will be notified during the admissions process. There are also awards made to students who exhibit athletic ability in intercollegiate sports. If you are eligible for an athletic award, contact the Director of Athletics. If you have talents in areas of music and band need to contact the Chairman of the Music Department.

Many departments give monetary award to students due to their major course of study. If you are one of those students, you will need to contact that specific academic department and find out if there are any more funds available. The ROTC program is a constant presence at Morehouse College, and offers financial assistance. Each branch of ROTC service has their own requirement for acceptance. You will need to contact the head of the ROTC unit on campus for all the necessary information.

In addition to all of these helpful awards, you can look into grants for study abroad programs and well as other private and off campus grants. These awards are still offered to students applying to this campus. The Morehouse Scholarships offer quality assistance to students who wish to attend a black college and become the next future leader in your community.