Merit-Based Scholarships
Every student who applies to RIT is considered for our merit-based scholarships.
In addition, there are other scholarship opportunities that may require additional applications to be combined with a merit-based scholarship.
Merit-Based Scholarships
All admitted incoming students are reviewed by the Scholarship Selection Committee to determine if they qualify for standard RIT merit-based scholarships.
No separate application is required and demonstrated financial need is not considered when selecting recipients.
- Merit-based scholarships are competitive and are offered in recognition of exceptional or outstanding academic achievement.
- Consideration may also be given to outstanding leadership, service, entrepreneurship, citizenship, or creativity. Portfolio evaluations or other evidence of creative excellence will also be considered for applicants to art, crafts, design, film, and photography programs.
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To receive full consideration, applicants for fall entry must apply by applicable deadlines. Students who meet the eligibility requirements for multiple RIT merit-based scholarships will be offered the highest-valued scholarship unless the indicated scholarships can be combined.