PRESIDENT'S SCHOLARSHIP WEEKEND
Join scholars from around the country
January 22–23, 2027
What if you could attend a premier Catholic university on a full-ride scholarship?
Ave Maria University's President's Scholarship Weekend is an exclusive event where exceptional students can be considered for significant scholarships—including awards that cover full tuition, fees, and room and board. No matter what, every participant is guaranteed at least $26,000 in scholarships. See what's needed to be invited and attend!
STEP 1: APPLY & BE ACCEPTED
Start by completing your application to Ave Maria University by December 15, 2026. The AMU application is free and it only takes five minutes to complete! Apply now.
- Submit all official transcripts and test scores.
- Connect with your admissions counselor.
- Complete your admissions interview.
- Be accepted to AMU.
STEP 2: MEET SELECTION CRITERIA
To be invited, students must:
- Be an incoming first-year student.
- Hold a minimum 3.7 unweighted GPA.
- Score at least 30 ACT, 1360 SAT, or 95 CLT.
STEP 3: COMPETE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
At the President's Scholarship Weekend, attendees compete for Ave Maria University's top awards. All participants will receive at least $26,000 in scholarships.
- President's Scholarship—Full cost of attendance (tuition, fees, and room and board), totaling more than $192,000.
- Provost Scholarship—Full cost of tuition and fees, totaling more than $132,000.
- Additional President's Merit Scholarships: $30,000, $20,000, $12,000
Participants may also be invited to participate in the Honors College—an extra $12,000.
All attendees will receive the $2,000 Overnight Visit Scholarship.
Please note: Each scholarship listed above reflects the total amount awarded over four years. Divide each amount by four to determine the yearly award.
Questions?
Please contact the Office of Enrollment at (239) 280-2556 or admissions@avemaria.edu.
Schedule of Events
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Check-In, Activities Fair, and Breakfast
Location: Bob Thomas Student Union Building (SUB), Ballroom
Enjoy a light breakfast while connecting with AMU ambassadors and staff, and discover opportunities in student life, campus ministry, and clubs.
9:30 a.m.
Welcome Address
Location: SUB Ballroom
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Campus Tours
Location: Depart from SUB and end at Academic Lawn
Go on a personalized tour of AMU's campus.
12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
Daily Mass
Location: Ave Maria Parish
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Presidential Luncheon with President Middendorf
Location: SUB Ballroom
2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Interviews with Faculty and Mock Classes
Location: Faculty Offices and William C. Demetree Lecture Hall
Students meet individually with faculty for their interview and attend mock classes with professors.
2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Parent Sessions
Location: O'Bryan Performance Hall
Parents will hear from AMU staff and learn about financial aid, faith formation, and campus life.
4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Meet Ambassadors
Location: Female Students - SUB Ballroom; Male Students - Thomas and Selby Prince Building Lobby
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Settle In
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Provost Dinner with Dr. Roger Nutt
Location: SUB Ballroom
Parents depart after dinner.
7:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Evening Activities (Students)
Location: Student Park and Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
Enjoy s'mores by the bonfire, play an energetic beach volleyball game, spend some time in adoration, and socialize with the other attendees.
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“Your arrival at Ave Maria University marks the beginning of a wonderful new chapter, one that will be filled with growth in knowledge, discovery of God's calling for your life.”
— Mark Middendorf, Ave Maria University President