The Honors College Residency Award is awarded to a select group of Honors College applicants. The award pays up to $1,500 per year ($750 per semester for up to eight semesters) toward the following university room and board charges: residence hall room and board, university apartment rent, and/or commuter meal plans. There is no additional application required for this scholarship and recipients will be notified as they are selected. Ball State University is test optional and students can decide whether they want to submit their SAT or ACT scores or not. Submission of a one-page statement, resume, or recommendation as part of the online application is not required. If a student is missing a required coursework, falls below admission criteria, or graduated from a non-accredited high school, the university recommends that they complete this step.