The Dean's Scholarship is awarded to entering traditional first years on the basis of having attained a solid A or A- average, high academic performance in a competitive curriculum, and above 1490 on a 1600 scale or its equivalent on standardized testing (if submitted). Recipients are among the top 10 percent of all admitted students. The Dean's Scholarship for transfer students is an annual award of $20,000. Typically, 10 percent of admitted students are recipients of this award. To be considered for this award, students exhibit strong academic performance in a rigorous college/university curriculum; as well as present exceptional personal characteristics, commitment, leadership, and/or service. All transfer applicants are eligible to be considered for this award. Transfer students are required to pay an application free for admission. Different admission deadlines are available for freshman students and transfer students. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.