Scholarships

The Presidential High School fund was established for students of character graduating from high school.  This scholarship is awarded to ONE student per high school based on your academic and extracurricular achievements.

It is our wish that graduates of high school who wish to receive a private, university education receive this scholarship based upon the following criteria:

• the applicant's desire to attend the University of Great Falls to pursue a course ofstudy leading to a degree in any field

• proven academic potential with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA

• a minimum ACT Score of 22 or a combined SAT score of 1040 ( 520 math, 520 verbal).

• demonstrated service and leadership ability

 

The Presidential Scholarship is renewable each year based on 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher and is $7,500, approximately half of tuition.The award will be payable upon receipt of registration at UGF and will be divided between the fall and spring semesters of the recipient's academic year at the University of Great Falls. .

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Click here for an application.

2. Submit the following to the University of Great Falls by April 1, 2007.

• scholarship application  (attached)

• official copy of your high school transcript

• two letters of reference (one should be from a teacher or employer
  essay

• SAT/ACT Scores

• Complete an application for admission to the University of Great Falls

• Mail your application and other materials to:

                                                            Director of Admissions
                                                            University of Great Falls
                                                            1301 20th Street South
                                                            Great Falls, MT  59405.

Recipients of scholarship awards will be notified on or before April 15, 2007.

 

 

 

Achievement Scholarships
Freshmen and transfer students are eligible for the achievement scholarships. These scholarships are awarded based upon academic performance. Scholarships may be renewed upon yearly review.
Qualifying GPA’s range from 2.25 to 4.0

Providence Scholarship
$5,000
Morlacci Scholarship
$4,000
Trustee Grant
$3,200
Achievement Grant
$1000

 

The University of Great Falls offers numerous Athletic and Fine Arts Scholarships to our students. These scholarships are available to student athletes, musicians, artists, writers, and actors.

The scholarships range in dollar amount and are awarded based on need, commitment, and merit.

Download the Fine Art and Athletic Scholarship Application

 

As a sign of our long-term commitment to the Catholic Church in Montana, the University of Great Falls in honored to extend the Montana Catholic Parish Scholarship.

A one time $500 scholarship is offered to every graduating highschool senior who belongs to a Catholic parish within the state of Montana.

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The University of Great Falls was founded by the Sisters of Providence, who are also the foundresses of Providence Services. As a result, all employees of Providence Services Organizations and their immediate families are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the cost of tuition.

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Enrolled UGF students who are planning on attending next year may apply for gift scholarships, which will be awarded for Fall Semester 2007 and Spring Semester 2008.  These awards are for one year only and are not renewable.  The applicant must demonstrate academic and leadership potential. 

Interested individuals should complete the enclosed Scholarship Application cover sheet and attach a working copy of their college transcript, a resume, and a personal statement. To receive priority consideration, applications must be received by February 28, 2007 in the Financial Aid Office, ATTN: Financial Aid Director, University of Great Falls, 1301 20th Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405.

Items to consider including in your personal statement or resume are:

            Memberships in campus organizations
            Memberships in community organizations
            Leadership roles within organizations
            Personal, educational, and career goals
            Special awards and achievements

Personal statements should not exceed two typed, double spaced pages.

By submitting a scholarship application you are authorizing the release of information contained on the application as well as other appropriate information on file in the Offices of Financial Aid, Admissions, and Records for the purpose of determining eligibility for a scholarship administered by the University of Great Falls.  In addition, you authorize the release of your name, major, and class for publicity purposes.

All scholarship recipients are required to write a thank you letter to the donor and provide a copy of it to the Financial Aid Office before the scholarship funds are disbursed to your account.

Download the list of Continuing Student Gift Scholarship
Click here to download the application.

 

 

The Leadership and Community Service Scholarship was established for students who actively participate in community service activities, as well as their involvement in leadership roles in extra curricular activities.   This scholarship will be awarded to ten (10) Freshmen or Transfer students at the University of Great Falls.

This scholarship award is based on involvement in leadership and community service activities and will be divided between the fall and spring semesters of the recipient's academic year at the University of Great Falls.  The award will be payable upon receipt of registration at UGF.  A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants.

                                                   APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Click here to download the Application.

2. Submit the following to the University of Great Falls by April 1, 2007.

• scholarship application  (attached)
• official copy of your high school transcript
• two letters of reference (Both should indicate you involvement in leadership and volunteer activities)
• essay (see question on attached sheet)
• Complete an application for admission to the University of Great Falls
• Mail your application and other materials to:

Director of Admissions
University of Great Falls
1301 20th Street South
Great Falls, MT  59405.

Recipients of scholarship awards will be notified on or before April 15, 2007.

 

 

 

The Alumni Scholarship who is the son or daughter of an alumnus (graduate) of the University of Great Falls or the College of Great Falls.   This scholarship will be awarded to ten (10) Freshmen or Transfer students at the University of Great Falls. The award will be payable upon receipt of registration at UGF.

A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants.  The following are qualifications for the scholarship:

• Son or daughter of a graduate of the University/College of Great Falls
• 2.5 GPA or higher
• Letter from parent stating year of graduation at the University of Great Falls

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Click here to download the Application.

2. Submit the following to the University of Great Falls by April 1, 2007.

• scholarship application  (attached)
• official copy of your high school transcript
• letter from parent
• essay (see question on attached sheet)
• Complete an application for admission to the University of Great Falls
• Mail your application and other materials to:

                                           Director of Admissions
                                           University of Great Falls
                                           1301 20th Street South
                                           Great Falls, MT  59405.

Recipients of scholarship awards will be notified on or before April 15, 2007.

The Mathematics Education Scholarship Award was established to encourage Montana high school graduates to become Montana certified teachers of mathematics.    Scholarships will be awarded up to five (5) new students at the University of Great Falls.   A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants.   Students must have a grade of a B- or higher in all of their math classes including algebra, geometry and trigonometry. 

The award will be payable upon confirmation of attendance at UGF.  Upon completion of the application process students will be assigned to a designated advisor within the mathematics area.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Click here to download the application.

2. Submit the following to the University of Great Falls by April 1, 2007.

• scholarship application  (attached)
• official copy of your high school transcript
• ACT or SAT scores
• Letter of recommendation from a HS math faculty member
• essay (see question on attached sheet)

• Complete an application for admission to the University of Great Falls indicating the intent to major in Mathematics and Secondary Education or a minor in Mathematics with an Elementary Education major.
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• Mail your application and other materials to:

                                           Director of Admissions
                                           University of Great Falls
                                           1301 20th Street South
                                           Great Falls, MT  59405.
Recipients of scholarship awards will be notified on or before April 15, 2007.

 

CONTINUATION CRITERIA:
Students will be eligible to receive the award for their second year at UGF based on full time enrollment and satisfactory progress.  They must have a 3.0 GPA, and successfully complete at least one course required by the Mathematics major/minor program of study AND one course required by the education program.  Students may also be eligible their third and fourth years of attendance to apply for Science and Math Access to Retain Talent-SMART grant through the Financial Aid process. 

 

This scholarship is awarded to Phi Theta Kappa transfer students. Recipients must maintain a 3.5 GPA while at the University of Great Falls.The Phi Theta Kappa Award is a one time $1,500 scholarship.

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