NLU Merit Scholarship Application Instructions

The application for the NLU Merit Scholarships will open for 2018-2019 on February 1, 2018 and close on Monday, April 9, 2018. Deadline extended to Monday, April 23, 2018.

‌‌Step 1: The Essay

The essay is a significant consideration in the scholarship award process. Please submit a one-to-three-page essay, and please include your name and NLU ID number on the first page. 

Your essay should be written specifically to apply for the merit-based scholarships, and it should address the following question.

• What do you want to accomplish with your degree from NLU?

In addition, it is essential that your essay detail distinctive service-related contributions that you have made prior to or during your time at NLU.  Since there are many NLU students with high academic standing, you should be sure to address the special considerations that make you particularly worthy of receiving this scholarship (e.g., accomplishments, personal challenges, need). 

If you need assistance writing your essay, you can make an appointment to meet with a writing specialist either in-person or online using the online request form.  Also, you can submit your essay for review through the drop-off essay review online submission form.  Contact Learning Support at lls@nl.edu or by phone at 312-261-3374 with questions.

The deadline to request essay assistance is Friday, March 30, 2018. Deadline extended to Friday, April 20, 2018.

Step 2: Your Resume

You must submit a resume.  Your resume is an opportunity to highlight any accomplishments that make you an ideal merit scholarship recipient. Examples of additional resume sections might include Honors, Activities, Achievements, Foreign Languages Spoken or Volunteer Experience.

The Career Development Office can assist with resume writing. Contact them at careerdevelopment@nl.edu or 312-261-3270 to schedule a resume review. To ensure all students who would like assistance are able to be serviced, resume reviews will not be scheduled after Friday, March 30, 2018. Deadline extended to Friday, April 20, 2018.

Step 3: Letter of Recommendation from an NLU Faculty Member

You must submit one letter of recommendation from an NLU faculty member or adjunct faculty member who has had you in at least one class within the last 12 months.  The letter should be emailed by the professor directly to stapplications@nl.edu. Please request the letter of recommendation well in advance of the April 9th deadline. Deadline extended to Monday, April 23, 2018.

Step 4: The Application

The Merit-Based Donor Scholarships Application can be found online by clicking here.

Review the general eligibility requirements for Merit-Based Donor Scholarships:

• Demonstrate evidence of academic achievement
• Have successfully completed at least one term at NLU prior to April 4, 2018.

If you meet these requirements complete the first two sections of the scholarship application: Contact Information and Student Profile.

Review the‌ Merit-Based Donor Scholarship List and determine for which scholarships you meet the eligibility criteria. When completing the online application, select these scholarships from your respective CPSA or NCE program.

Each scholarship has specific requirements, so applicants should be sure they are applying for only scholarships for which they are eligible, but that they are also applying to all scholarships for which they are eligible.

Read the information at the bottom of the page. If you agree, sign the application at the bottom of the page and hit “submit.” You have now completed the application form.

Final Considerations:

You must have completed your Merit-Based Scholarship application by the April 9, 2018 deadline (Deadline extended to Monday, April 23, 2018.) for the 2018-2019 scholarship. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed. Questions can be directed to stscholarships@nl.edu.

Please note that NLU Scholarships only cover tuition charges and are not refundable to the student.  Students must adhere to all the University policies noted in the Catalog in order to remain eligible to receive NLU Scholarships.

Please Note: All National Louis Scholarships require U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status. Undocumented students who meet the criteria may apply to receive the Pathways Scholarship for Undocumented Students. International students who meet the criteria may apply to receive the NLU Alumni Scholarship.