National Scholar admission

Right here in your home state, you have access to one of the best-ranked universities — not just in the country, but in the entire world. Within ASU, Barrett, The Honors College is considered “the gold standard” in honors education across the country. Students travel from across the world to attend this institution because of the opportunities available to them.

Arizona National Merit Semifinalist 

If you are named a National Merit Finalist, you are eligible for ASU's New American University National Scholar award of $16,000 per year. The award is renewable for an additional three years, worth $64,000 over four years at ASU. To receive the National Scholar award, you are required to select ASU as your first choice institution with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by May 1, 2024. Upon that, ASU will upgrade your award. This will replace any previous New American University merit scholarship. 

Renewal criteria for the award can be found at tuition.asu.edu/scholarship-renewal-guide 

Arizona National Recognition Awardees 

As a College Board National Recognition Program Awardee (National Hispanic, National African American, National Indigenous, and National Small Town/Rural Recognition Awardee), you are eligible to receive ASU's New American University National Scholar award of $16,000 per year upon admission. The award is renewable for an additional three years, worth $64,000 over four years at ASU. This will replace any previous New American University merit scholarship.

For the ninth year in a row, ASU is ranked as the most innovative school in the nation, and No. 1 in the U.S. for global impact and sustainability. Within ASU, Barrett, The Honors College is considered “the gold standard” in honors education across the country. Barrett draws the brightest students from around the nation. As a national scholar, you will be able to thrive in a community of motivated individuals poised to change the world. 

A culture of innovation is firmly established throughout ASU and is reflected in our students, faculty and staff and the amazing things they’re doing. This culture of innovation is why we repeatedly rank No. 1 in meaningful areas.

Nonresident National Merit semifinalists 

ASU is pleased to offer a $16,500 national scholar award if you are named a National Merit Finalist, have selected ASU as your first choice by May 1, and have been admitted and ultimately enroll in Barrett, The Honors College at ASU. This award will replace any previous New American University award and is not stackable with other New American University awards. If you decide not to apply or enroll at Barrett, you will still receive your original New American University award from ASU.

This is a $16,500 award for a total of eight semesters, with a value of $66,000 over four years.

Nonresident National Recognition awardees

As a College Board National Recognition Program Awardee, you are eligible for ASU’s New American University National Scholar award. This is a $16,500 award and to be eligible you must be admitted and enrolled at Barrett, The Honors College at ASU. This award will replace any previous New American University award and is not stackable with other New American University awards.

This is a $16,500 award for a total of eight semesters, with a value of $66,000 over four years.

Renewal criteria for the award can be found at students.asu.edu/scholarships/renewal. 

National Scholars can apply for additional scholarships and financial aid to help cover the remaining cost of attendance. This list is meant to provide suggestions for additional funding options and is by no means comprehensive. Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships as early as possible since many ASU and Barrett scholarships close in February.

• ASU’s scholarship portal: Specific criteria can be set to narrow the search if desired. This is a dynamic list, so keep an eye on it for additions throughout the year.
• Barrett scholarships: Most of these scholarships close on Feb. 1, 2024, and require applicants to be admitted to Barrett by March 8, 2024.
• Grady and Kathryn Gammage Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship requires applicants to be National Merit Semi-Finalists, National Merit Finalists or College Board National Recognition Program recipients and closes on Feb. 1, 2024.
• Departmental scholarships: Many colleges and departments within ASU offer scholarships for specific majors.
• Complete the FAFSA: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid becomes available in December. Some merit or need-based scholarships require a current FAFSA to be on file with ASU. It’s a good idea to complete this each year, even if you think your family’s income may not result in aid. The ASU priority date for FAFSA submission is Jan. 15 each year.