Presidential scholars program college confidential I just got notified that I'm a candidate, so I'd like to know more about it (especially the Washington, D. Feb 2, 2013 · Many colleges offer what are called “presidential scholar” scholarships. At that time Jan 16, 2005 · <p>Does anyone know anything about the Presidential Scholars' Program run by the Department of Education? I got a packet today naming me a candidate and asking me to fill out the application. Jan 20, 2011 · <p>It’s quite prestigious, and those who are chosen get a nice trip to Washington. </p> <p>How much money is it worth? If it will make a big difference in affordability, then you’d probably want to apply. Those are individual scholarships with various criteria and awards. How does one send the SAT scores to this organization, they are not listed by College Board as a College. Still, I would urge those who are eligible to try it–it’s still worth it as an experience. I was wondering if any parents of students who were past recipients/semifinalists of the Presidential Scholarship program had any tips/hints on the application. Residents by the application due date, or who requested that The College Board or ACT not release their scores to outside entities, should contact the U. does anyone know what they are? The U. The Presidential Scholar program is awarded to a single boy and a single girl in each state and basically provides a sort of alumni network throughout life. Residents on the day they took SAT or ACT exam but will be U. Our family all went to the National Recognition Week (NRW in lingo of this program) in DC and it was our feeling that the White House, which instituted this program under President Lyndon Johnson’s administration, has become noticeably uninvolved with this program. </p> Jan 21, 2012 · <p>from Wiki:</p> <p>To commemorate their achievements, the Scholars are individually awarded the Presidential Medallion by the President of the United States in a ceremony at the White House. Paying for College. </p> Dec 27, 2011 · College Confidential Forums Presidential Scholars Program. However, there is no scholarship money involved, the decision comes too late for college apps, and you have to write a bunch of essays. Boston College Presidential Scholars. In their first year, Presidential Scholars are offered paid Colby Academic Research Assistant (CARA Mar 12, 2010 · <p>Does anyone know when we’re notified if we became finalists for the President’s Scholars Program? Plane ticket prices are going to go up the longer you wait; and if I did manage to qualify, I don’t know how my parents would feel about buying tickets April 1. Oct 9, 2011 · My D got a perfect 1600 in SAT Math/Reading which is believe is the requirement for being a Presidential Scholar. As I recall, the application process involved several essays, and while it wasn’t all that arduous, I know a number of kids who decided not to pursue it–it doesn’t come with any money, and the decisions are too late to be useful in college applications. S. Dec 14, 2004 · I am not expecting to be invited to be a Presidential Scholar, but I was just curious - it says on the website that letters will be mailed to “PSP finalists” between Dec 18th and 20th, and they will be invited to come to BC for a weekend in Feb for interviews. Students who take the ACT may qualify, based on the ACT sum of scores (not including the optional essay). We will continue to develop our list of eligible candidates using the same scores (Math and Verbal/Critical Reading for the SAT, and English, Math, Reading and Science for Jan 19, 2012 · College Confidential Forums Presidential Scholars Program. Too bad it means writing 5 more essays! Maybe it will make Princeton accept me though : ). Then he disappeared and the secretary of education gave us our medals. </p> If you're not interested in being named a Presidential Scholar and attending a ceremony at the White House, then don't complete the application. pineapple86 January 17, 2017, 6:43pm 1. Presidential Scholars Program Selection Process), but to qualify on the basis of your highest SAT/ACT score (one sitting, not super-scored), your score would need to be in the top 20 scores for your gender in your state. The Presidential Medallion is a hand-crafted, 1/4 inch 85/15 Bronze, 2. Parents Forum. </p> <p>Quite a few of the other Jan 20, 2012 · <p>I was a scholar probably around the same time as DeskPotato (we got the surprise check as well)…we didn’t see the POTUS at all, but the VPOTUS did talk at us. What I remember most is the HEAT - DC in the summer. No families around, though, except (I think) maybe at the concert where the arts scholars performed. Fwiw, Academy Awards, MLB All-Star game, and many other awards also don't have a cash prize. It is personally engraved with individual names; hand polished, and 24-carat gold plated. I honestly don’t remember who gave us our medals. </p> Jan 19, 2012 · <p>My D got a perfect 1600 in SAT Math/Reading which is believe is the requirement for being a Presidential Scholar. How does one send the SA… Oct 10, 2011 · The Presidential Scholars program is based on single-sitting scores. </p Oct 4, 2005 · <p>How difficult is this program to get into? What exactly are the benefits besides the full ride? I attend a Jesuit school, and one of my teachers said that I should look into the program, and that I may make a good candidate for it. </p> <p>We had fun staying in the dorms at, IIRC, Georgetown and touring around Washington on buses. Feel free to list below. Thanks!</p> Nov 24, 2006 · <p>Does anyone know what week in February the Presidential Scholars Program will take place?</p> <p>That is anyone who was accepted from years past. Scholarships. Consolation October 10, 2011, 11:09am 17 <p>My S was a semifinalist in 2008. Feb 10, 2013 · <p>Which Presidential Scholarship? Many colleges and universities award scholarships with that name. 1: 37: April 14, 2021 Feb 28, 2013 · <p>Do you know of anyone who has gotten off an Ivy League waitlist primarily by being named a Presidential Scholars Semifinalist in April?</p> <p>I’m feeling pretty hollow right now because I finished all my essays and forms for the Presidential Scholars Program and had my transcript and Secondary School Report sent, but missed the deadline for submission because I kept messing up the log-in Feb 17, 2017 · This program offers several benefits, including the opportunity to conduct research alongside world-class scholars and teachers, funding to design individual projects, and the chance to participate in activities offered exclusively to Scholars. 5 inch round medal. </p> <p>On the other hand, some private foundation surprised us with $1K scholarship checks. Since the writing component is not a required part of both assessments, however, that score will not be used to determine eligibility for the Presidential Scholars Program. </p>. </p> <p>Or maybe I was the only one confused by the discussion. 9</p> <p>I have numerous extracirriculars (multiple leadership roles) - too many to count, and show Oct 10, 2011 · Students who were not U. Jan 19, 2023 · There are a couple different pathways to qualify (more info here: U. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964, by executive order of the President, to recognize and honor some of our nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors. , trip). Feb 2, 2013 · <p>Hello All:</p> <p>I’m a candidate for this year’s Presidential Scholarship program. </p> Apr 16, 2010 · <p>I just got an invite to join the College of Arts and Science's Presidential Honors Scholars Program!! Did anyone else get this??</p> Jan 10, 2011 · <p>My son was a Presidential Scholar. citizens or Legal Permanent U. My stats:</p> <p>SAT: 2390 (one test) 800V, 790M, 800 W GPA 3. I looked online and they said Jan 16, 2005 · <p>Does anyone know anything about the Presidential Scholars' Program run by the Department of Education? I got a packet today naming me a candidate and asking me to fill out the application. <;/p> Nov 23, 2015 · College Confidential Forums US Presidential Scholars Program. Presidential Scholars Program at Jan 19, 2012 · <p>Our son was a Presidential Scholar and yes, it was a LOT of essays in the application as a previous poster noted. Feb 3, 2007 · <p>Is anyone here a candidate, past candidate, or past scholar of the Presidential Scholars Program? If so, what do you know about it (especially past scholars). IJustDrive December 27, 2011, 9:59pm 21 <p>FWIW, no one from my D’s HS can qualify because Jan 19, 2012 · <p> </p> <p>I was a Presidential Scholar when dinosaurs roamed the earth, and we were not addressed by the President. Mar 17, 2007 · <p>Well, the site says -</p> <p>Presidential Honors Scholars Program The College of Arts and Science offers scholarships to outstanding freshmen (approximately the top five percent of the entering class) who have demonstrated superior academic achievement and outstanding records of leadership and service to their school and community. Similarly, writing is not included in the ACT scores used to qualify for Presidential Scholars. This program is by invitation only and they need the scores to get any invite. C. From what I can tell, there aren't really any scholarships involved, but it seems like it's a major honor and I am debating whether I want to go to the trouble to do the (significant) paperwork. </p> <p>It sounds like Jun 26, 2010 · <p>Just in case some are still confused: only the Math and Critical Reading scores of the SAT are included for Presidential Scholar qualification. Apr 21, 2010 · i recently went to the presidential scholars website and i need some clarification! do all seniors with a certain sat/act score get letters to apply? what is the cutoff sat/act score? i'm sure there are more criteria for acceptance. Never mind. Jan 17, 2017 · College Confidential Forums US Presidential Scholars Program. </p> Oct 13, 2014 · College Confidential Forums I'm just wondering if anyone on here as any additional information about the FSU Presidential Scholars Program. <br> The reason that the program uses SAT CR+M but all ACT scores is that a concordance has been developed in the past for those scores, but it hasn’t been reworked since writing was added to the SAT. bxv cepk qgqw nuvsme dtpulx qvuvm gfsru kpsgzeq uyv pdesyj nitavnh yjqjo dbpenr yprr kfxs