Navigating Scholarships at Columbus State University: A Comprehensive Guide

Columbus State University (CSU) offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help students achieve their educational goals. This article provides a detailed overview of the scholarships available at CSU, eligibility requirements, and the application process.

Understanding Financial Aid at CSU

Financial aid at CSU encompasses various forms of assistance, including loans, grants, and scholarships. Students seeking financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application is crucial for determining eligibility for federal and state grants, which are awarded based on financial need and do not require repayment. Information and assistance regarding financial aid can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office or area high schools.

Eligibility for Financial Aid

To be eligible for financial aid, students must meet certain criteria and adhere to specific regulations. Students must attend the classes in which they have enrolled. Eligibility is computed based on the number of hours enrolled for each term awarded.

Maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

To maintain eligibility for financial aid, students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). SAP includes both qualitative and quantitative measures, considering factors such as GPA and the number of credit hours attempted.

Undergraduate Students: Undergraduate students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. The maximum timeframe for degree completion will be in violation of the SAP policy. The maximum timeframe for undergraduate students is 184 attempted hours or 15 full-time terms. A student must successfully complete some hours with a minimum GPA of 2.0 for the term.

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Graduate Students: Graduate students must maintain a graduate GPA of 3.0. To remain in good standing, graduate students must complete five graduate semester hours with a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the term.

Any term with grades of F, WF, W, U, I, or IP, will result in termination of eligibility. Students must successfully complete a certain percentage of attempted hours to maintain financial aid eligibility. All coursework, including accepted transfer hours and hours earned at CSU, is evaluated.

General Academic Scholarships

CSU offers a range of academic scholarships to recognize and support students with strong academic records. Several scholarships require a minimum SAT score of 1200 or ACT score of 26, and a high school GPA of at least 3.5, and participation in a specific program during the junior or senior year.

Academic Decathlon Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to academically talented entering freshmen. The minimum requirements include a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and an SAT score of 1100. The maximum amount awarded is $500.
Chattahoochee Valley Community College Honors Scholarship: Awarded to the top two graduates of Chattahoochee Valley Community College.

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Columbus State University Alumni Scholarship: Awarded to graduates of CSU with a bachelor's or master's degree. The minimum GPA required is 3.0 and students must be enrolled for at least three semester hours. The maximum amount awarded is $1000 per semester.
Columbus State University Foundation Scholarship: Awarded to graduates of CSU with a bachelor's or master's degree. The minimum GPA required is 3.0.
Miss Columbus State University Scholarship: Awarded to the winner of the Miss CSU Title.

Endowed Scholarships

CSU provides numerous endowed scholarships, each with its own unique criteria and focus.

Frank D. Brown Scholarship: This scholarship considers academic achievement, leadership potential, and financial need.

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George and Linnie T. Byrd Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement and financial need.
Herbert H. and Grace A. Cheves Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students from specific counties in Georgia (Marion, Talbot) and Alabama (Lee, Russell), considering academic achievement, leadership potential, and the potential contribution to society.
Hughston Foundation Scholarship: Preference is given to Hughston employees.
Jessie J. Taylor Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students who have completed at least one year of college and are pursuing a degree in social work, medicine, or psychology.
Judge John S. and Pearl A. Thompson Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students pursuing studies in law, letters, or education.
Paul S. and Mary Ellen Amos Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship recognizes and supports students demonstrating leadership abilities or community service.
Ralph H. & Annie G. Babbit Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to children of CSU employees, considering academic achievement, a cumulative GPA of 2.5, and demonstrated financial need.
Robert C. Barnes Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating academic achievement. The maximum amount awarded is $1,500 per year.
T. Ed and Virginia Carson Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high school achievers attending CSU and may include a $100 book allowance.
Charles R. and Catherine B. Allen Scholarship: Awarded to students based on community and student activities.
Patricia A. Barineau Scholarship: Awards vary based on annual appropriations.

Departmental Scholarships

Many departments within CSU offer scholarships specifically for students majoring in those fields.

Visual and Performing Arts Scholarships

Norman Rothschild Art Scholarship: Awarded to art majors with demonstrated high aptitude in the visual arts.
Celia B. and Kenneth F. Backman Scholarship: Awarded to students involved in university activities, and departmental and/or community service. The maximum amount awarded is $1,000 per year.
Bert S. Harp, Sr. Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in music.
Dwight Curtis Floyd Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship Fund: Awarded to talented students majoring in music.
George H. Brawner, Sr. and Betty F. Brawner Music Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in music.
Gerald B. and Charlotte A. Gilbert Music Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in music.
Helen Roberts Endowed Music Scholarship: Awarded to talented students majoring in music.
Jill Howard Music Education Fund: Awarded to talented students majoring in music with an emphasis in voice.
L. Martha S. and James W. Key Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to students pursuing music education.
Presser Foundation Music Scholarship: Awarded to a rising senior majoring in music.
Ruth S. Schwob Music Scholarship Endowment Fund: Provides support to talented students majoring in music and music education.
Schwob School of Music Scholarships: Available for various instruments including brass, strings, vocal, wind, and percussion.
Young Artist Competition: Applicants must be students in grade 11 or 12 at the time of competition.
Department of Theatre Assistantships: Awarded to theatre majors with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The maximum amount awarded is $1,400 for one year.
Department of Theatre Scholarships: Awarded to theatre majors with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The maximum amount awarded is $800 for one year.
Emily Woodruff Scholarship: Awarded to the top academic theatre majors who are classified as sophomores.
Springer Theatre's Bill Evans Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to theatre majors who are sophomores or above. The maximum amount awarded is $500 for one year.

Business Scholarships

AICPA John L. Carey Scholarship: Awarded to accounting students in the College of Business with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3.

Education Scholarships

Elizabeth W. Corn Scholarship: Awarded to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.2, and who are aspiring to be teachers in Georgia schools.
Maude T. Lane Scholarship: This scholarship supports individuals who have served as paraprofessionals or teacher's aides in Georgia's public schools throughout the previous school year. Recipients must be enrolled full time at CSU majoring in education.

Science Scholarships

Coca-Cola Scholarship: This scholarship supports students in the environmental sciences program.
James R. Smith, Jr. Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in or directly related to environmental science.
Dr. Barbara Runnels Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in pre-medical studies. Has an application deadline of May 1st each year.

Nursing Scholarships

F. L. Griffin and Louise B. Griffin Endowed Scholarship: Awarded to students in the nursing program with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
Jane T. Lester Scholarship: Awarded to students with scholastic achievement who have maintained a 2.5 GPA.

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