The Priddy Foundation Scholars Program at Midwestern State University

The Priddy Foundation Scholars Program provides scholarships for first generation students, in addition to supporting students throughout their four years of education at Midwestern State University. Opportunities for “The Priddy Scholars” include student success workshops, career planning assistance and study abroad.

Eligibility
-Students must come from families with adjusted gross incomes (AGI) of $50,000 to $125,000. For students from families with an AGI of less than $50,000, please visit the Mustangs Guarantee Program webpage for information on available financial aid.
-Must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the following fall term.
-Students must apply to the program by July 21 for the fall term.
-Students must be a first-generation college student. A student is considered first generation if neither parent (or guardian) graduated with a four-year college degree.
-Students selected into the program must have a high school GPA of at least a 3.0, as a first year (freshman) student. Transfer or upperclass candidates must have a college level cumulative GPA of 2.5.
-In order to continue in the program, students must complete all required program activities and maintain a 2.5 cumulative MSU GPA.

Duration
The award is a four-year award, pending Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), completion of 30/60/90 hours each academic year, and completion of Priddy Scholars requirements.

Program Requirements

First year
-Reside in a first-year residence hall.
-Participate in a first-year learning community.
-Participate in weekly meetings covering topics such as time management, money management, working with up to date technology, and study skills.
-Complete an interest inventory and work with the professional staff in the Career Management Center to select a major.

Sophomore year
-Reside in a scholar community in Legacy Hall.
-Select and complete a community service project as a group.
-Work with the Career Management Center on career options.

Junior and senior years
-Participate in study abroad.
-Participate in undergraduate research or a creative arts endeavor.
-Participate in an internship.
-Work with the Career Management Center on resume building, post-graduation

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