Description
Full-tuition scholarship for students interested in studying STEM fields at Trinity.
A select group of applicants will be invited as finalists for Semmes Scholar Day, where two or three outstanding incoming first-year students will become Semmes Distinguished Scholars in Science.
This scholarship includes a $5,000 stipend to be used for research support, professional travel, materials and supplies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible:
Undergraduate, First-Year students planning to major in biology, biochemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering science, geosciences, mathematics, neuroscience, or physics and astronomy.
Who is not eligible:
Transfer, continuing, or graduate students
Test scores:
Standardized Test Scores (Optional)
Trinity does not have a preference for ACT or SAT. Trinity uses the highest test scores for each test and subtests submitted for consideration.
GPA:
Awards are determined based on the official high school transcript and rigor of curriculum. Core GPAs are recalculated on an unweighted 4.0 scale.
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How to Apply
Separate application required.
STEP 1
Apply to Trinity by Early Decision or Early Action
Apply for Trinity undergraduate admission through Early Decision I (ED) or Early Action (EA).
Deadline
Nov. 1
STEP 2
Submit the Semmes Scholars Application
The Semmes Scholarship requires an application and an expanded resume in addition to your application for admission to Trinity University.
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Deadline
Nov. 7
STEP 3
Finalists attend Semmes Scholars Day
After review of all applications, a select group of applicants will be invited as finalists for Semmes Scholar Day.
Deadline
February 3
Important Details
Selection Criteria
- Consideration will be given through the standard admissions process.
- Recipients are selected without regard to income.
Renewal Information
- Applicants must declare interest in majoring in a STEM field at Trinity
- Renewable annually for up to 8 semesters
- Award recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress and at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Academic progress is reviewed at the end of each academic year.
- Must be enrolled full-time for each semester
Additional Details
- Semmes Scholars are not eligible to receive other institutional grants or scholarships
- Scholarships are applied toward fall and spring tuition only, and are not available for summer study
- Scholarships do not require repayment.