National Merit Finalist Scholarship

The National Merit Finalist Awards help ACU compete for the highest tier of academically gifted students. These students are vital to the continued upgrading of academic standards and strengthening of academic climate on campus. The university wants to promote their fullest growth - ethically as well as professionally - after they arrive. Thus, NMF awardees must not only prove their academic drive by earning high grades and by completing several Honors College courses, they must also adhere to campus standards of conduct. 

Requirements for National Merit Finalist Awards

Details are available from Ms. Smith at the Honors College (contact information below). Direct all questions and petitions to her.

1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA, at least 3.5.

2. Make due progress toward graduation in nine semesters. National Merit Finalist Scholarships are limited to nine consecutive long semesters OR your graduation, whichever comes first. The scholarship may be used for summer terms.

3. Remain in good standing according to all ACU policies and regulations, including chapel attendance.

4. Participate in the Honors College (HC) by completing four honors courses within your first year.

5. Submit a new FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) every year.

Contacts and administrators

For applicants:  Mark Lavender (lavenderm@acu.edu) 
Admissions and Recruiting
ACU Box 29000, Abilene, TX 79699-9000
Phone: (325) 674-2641 Fax; (325) 674-2130
Office: Hunter Welcome Center, Rm 149

For recipients: Stephanie Smith (stephanie.smith@acu.edu)
Administrative Coordinator, ACU Honors College
ACU Box 29142, Abilene TX 79699-9142
Phone: 325-674-2728. Fax: 325-674-6581
Office: Zellner Hall, Rm 100