Student Government Scholarships
The Student Government gives out over $25,000 worth of scholarships to undergraduates, based on merit, academics, leadership, community service, and financial need. Below are the scholarships, please print and fill out as many that apply to you. These scholarships can be found in the Student Government office as well. Best of luck!
About the Scholarships
The following is a list of available scholarships:
(Please Note: all recipients awards will be credited to their Montclair State University student account.)
- Outstanding Student Award
- 3.5 GPA, At least sophomore status.
- This award is intended for full-time students who have maintained a high standard of excellence in their academic endeavors while committing time to either SGA chartered organizations or the campus community. Awards will be based on the quality of service and GPA.
- Dr. Edward Martin Scholarship
- 2.75 GPA, Full-time students only, At least sophomore status.
- This award is in recognition of Dr. Edward Martin, former Dean of Students at Montclair State University. The SGA Fund, Inc. will award two scholarships to full-time students who have exhibited excellence in leadership and service to the campus community.
- Eby Ohamadike Scholarship Award
- No GPA requirement, All full-time students.
- This award is dedicated to the memory of Eby Ohamadike and intended for a full-time student who has dedicated time and effort to educate the campus community on cultural diversity and pride in their particular cultural background. In addition, the recipient must have exhibited a desire to bring different sects of campus together in celebration of collective heritage.
- Freshman Scholarship Award
- 3.0 GPA, Full-time freshman only.
- This award is intended for freshman, full-time only, who show campus involvement. A two page written essay must describe how your first year at Montclair State University has helped you to grow as an individual.
- Transfer Student Scholarship Award
- 2.75 GPA, At least sophomore status.
- This award is intended for full-time students of at least sophomore status who have transferred into Montclair State University. Awards will be based on GPA and campus involvement.
- Non-Traditional Student Scholarship
- 3.0 GPA, At least sophomore status.
- This scholarship is intended for full or part-time students over the age of 25 who attend either weekend or evening classes and exhibit academic prowess and a desire for learning to enhance their career or personal goals. A personal statement is required.
- Amanda Quesada Memorial Scholarship
- 2.75 GPA, At least sophomore status.
- This scholarship is in intended for full or part-time undergraduate students. Essay on how you have demonstrated school pride and participated in philanthropic endeavors and volunteer work, at least one but no more than five photographs demonstrating such community services are required.