Undergraduate Institutional and Merit Awards

Academic (merit) scholarships are awarded to new entering full-time first-year students with exceptional academic achievement. Eligibility depends upon demonstrating notable academic potential through high school performance and standardized testing (if submitted).

Range of awards: Awards range from $10,000-$33,000 per year for full-time (12+ credits) incoming first-year students.

Special provisions and renewal criteria: Refer to the Terms and Conditions for the Adelphi University High School Achievement, Deans and Presidential Awards.

For full-time (12+ credits) entering new first-year students whose profiles meet the requirements for an academic award and who demonstrate exceptional talent in theatre, dance, art, music or communications. You must audition or submit a portfolio for the department of your chosen major, and a declared major in your talent area is required to be eligible for a combination award.

Range of awards: Combination awards are based upon the individual’s audition or portfolio review and academic record. Both academics and talent are carefully considered in determining the combined awards.

Special provisions and renewal criteria: Refer to the Terms and Conditions for the Adelphi University High School Achievement – Talent, Deans – Talent and Presidential – Talent Awards.

The Honors College Scholarship is offered to newly admitted full-time (12+ credits) first-time first-year students who are accepted into the Honors College. This scholarship is designed to recognize outstanding achievements and will supplement other scholarships and awards for which you are eligible.

Range of awards: The award is $3,000 per year and may be combined with other scholarships and/or grant awards not to exceed tuition and fees. Students must remain enrolled in the Honors College to keep this award.

Special provisions and renewal criteria: Refer to the Terms and Conditions for the Adelphi University Honors College Scholarship.

The Levermore Global Scholars Award is offered to newly admitted full-time (12+ credits) first-time first-year students who are accepted into the Levermore Global Scholars Program. This scholarship is designed to recognize outstanding achievements and will supplement other scholarships and awards for which you are eligible.

Range of awards: The award is $3,000 per year and may be combined with other scholarships and/or grant awards not to exceed tuition and fees. Students must remain enrolled in the Levermore Global Scholars program to keep this award.

Special provisions and renewal criteria: Refer to the Terms and Conditions for the Adelphi University Levermore Global Scholars Award.

These awards are available for first-year students who have achieved either the Eagle Scout, Girl Scout Gold or Explorer Award in high school. Students must submit proof of the receipt of their award to the Office of University Admissions. These awards are valued at $1,000 per year.

Special provisions and renewal criteria: For additional renewal criteria, refer to the Terms and Conditions for the Adelphi University Scouting Awards.