Florida A&M University National Alumni Association Scholarship Program In USA

Purpose:

This scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who have been accepted to FAMU and demonstrate excellence through academic achievement and special talent.

Eligibility for the Florida A&M University National Alumni Association (FAMUNAA):

• Applicants must have a 1330 or greater SAT score or a 28 or greater ACT score.
• GPA requirements are, for Incoming Freshmen: 3.0 Unweighted and for current FAMU Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Transfer Students: 3.5.

Documents required:

1. Clear headshot
2. Completed and signed FAMU NAA Scholarship Application
3. Essay:

• The essay should be 300-500 words. Candidates should address their college goals and choice of major, what they intend to do with their education, and why a scholarship is important to them. Include any academic and non-academic accomplishments, personal characteristics or experiences that make them uniquely worthy of scholarship consideration.

1. Two (2) letters of recommendation of your choice:

• One from a teacher
• One from your current school counselor
• One from a community leader, employer or church member

1. Copy of official acceptance letter from FAMU (i.e., the letter sent via postal mail, not the email version).
2. Copy of official high school transcript
3. Copy of official ACT or SAT test scores .